Joseph Lonzie "Rock" Coates, Jr., 55 of Pendleton, SC, died at his residence. He was born December 31, 1963 in Anderson to Joseph Lonzie Coates and the late Aileen Brown Sanders. Joe was a graduate of Pendleton High School and Western Carolina University. During his college years he played football for Southeastern University and later for Western Carolina University. He taught physical education and was coach for various schools. After his years in education, he later retired as a truck driver. In addition to his father, he is survived by a half sister, Tanya Sanders. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 17, 2019 at 11:00am at The McDougald Funeral Home chapel with Rev. Rick Manley officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Events Memorial service Saturday, August 17, 2019 11:00AM The McDougald Funeral Home 2211 North Main Street Anderson, SC 29621 Email: Gail@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com,laurel@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com Phone: (864) 224-4343