Peacefully at the CHUS Hôtel-Dieu, on Saturday, March 16, 2013 at the age of 75. Thelma May Walker, beloved wife of the late Edgar Coates and loving mother of Gene, Dale, Hank, Lawrence, Patricia, Mona, Della, Wyatt and the late Dave. Thelma was the cherished grandmother of 20 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Thelma is survived by her brothers and sisters, Martha, Wendall, Douglas, Sharon, Dwayne , Raymond, Ray, Rodney and the late Nelson. Thelma will also be sadly missed by her "aunt Lee" and also by her many nieces and nephews and many friends. Resting at the Cass Funeral Home, 50 Craig St. S. Cookshire, where friends may call on Friday, March 22, 2013 from 7 to 9 pm and on Saturday, March 23, 2013 from 1 to 2 pm followed by the funeral service at 2 pm. Rev. Wanda Dillabough officiating. Interment in the Bury cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations in Thelma's memory may be made to the chairty of your choice.