James Franklin Coker, age 73, of Anderson, SC, passed away Sunday, June 26, 2022, at his home. Born August 8, 1948, in Anderson County, he was a son of the late James Harold Coker and Evelyn McNeely Coker. James was a veteran of the United States Navy and was the recipient of the National Defense Service Medal. He was a graduate of Tri-County Technical College and was retired from BASF. He was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife, Shirley Willamson Coker; son, Russ Coker (Kimberly) of Anderson, SC; daughter, Kelly Southard (Elliott) of Anderson, SC; brother, Gene Coker (Christy) of Goose Creek, SC; sisters, Donna Daly of Myrtle Beach, SC, Linda Howell of Anderson, SC, Debbie Duckett of Iva, SC, Pam Brewer (Wayne) of Cleveland, TN, and Dawn Shiflett of Belton, SC; grandchildren, Lauren Barnes (Erik), Zachary Coker, Allie Elrod (Parker), Eli Southard, and Ryan Southard; great grandchildren, Aubrey Barnes, Aria Barnes, and Noah Blackston; uncle, Bob McNeely (Imogene) of Anderson, SC; and aunt, Hazel Mosley of Anderson, SC. Also surviving are many nieces, nephews, shipmates, past co-workers, and friends. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Dennis Coker. A graveside service will be held Friday, July 1, 2022, at 11:00 am at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens with Rev. Wayne Brewer officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Association of Anderson, 215 E Calhoun St, Anderson, SC 29621. The family will be at their respective homes. Events Graveside Friday, July 1, 2022 11:00AM Oaklawn Memorial Gardens 2323 Highway 81 North Anderson, SC 29621 Email: Gail@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com,laurel@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com Phone: (864) 225-1636