Benjamin Coates Research Paper

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It is with infinite sadness the family of Benjamin Joseph Coates said goodbye to him on February 7, 2081 in his home, at the age of 84. He died peacefully in his sleep the way he wanted to go. A true gentleman, loving husband and best friend of Cadence for 69 years, extremely proud father of Harley and Zelig, Proud Grandfather of Rose, Cecilia, Xavier and John. Adoring brother to Sydney Coates of Ohio and Fiona Coates of New Jersey. Ben was a salesman for many years before he made the switch to owning his own Company in 2023. Ben and Cadence opened Evil Corp. in 2024. He loved owning his own business as it gave him the opportunity to work on his video game collection. Ben in his last days was as funny and joyful as any other day of his life. …show more content…
After years of hardships and a brief period of not having a home as a child he has lived, he had a family he accomplished the main things in life he wanted to and knows that he is leaving behind a perfect family. He knew his time was coming and instead of fearing it he welcomed it and continued with his life as he usually did. The remainder of his family were all shocked because of how normal he was acting, after his retirement at the age of 75 he spent the remainder of his time overseeing his company and spending as much time as possible with his family. This is what brought on the surprise over his death for he treated that day ad if it was any other day. His family is currently sitting Shiva and are expected to return to their normal lives after the funeral. His loving friends and family will miss

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