James Ralph Coggins, II passed away suddenly November 8, 2023. Born March 4, 1989 to Rae Coggins (Joseph Hicks) and the late James R.
Coggins (Melissa Oster).

Beloved father of Johnathan Coggins. Loving brother of Ashley (Rich) Rao, Kimberly Coggins (Brandon Riedinger), Toni McKee, Anna Coggins and Matthew (Skyla) Coggins.

Dear uncle of Justyce Cooper, Jeremy Coggins, Maverick Riedinger, Kemper Riedinger, Raeā€™ana Rao, Suresh Rao II, Devraj Rao, Taileah Rao, Anthony Rao, Anale Rao, Ariana Rao, Brooklyn Rao, and Danielle Rao. Dear nephew, cousin, and friend to many including his employers.

James is preceded in death by his grandparents Charles and Linda Coggins, Judy Stallings, Raymond Wade, and sisters Jesse and Amanda Coggins.

James was a protector and fighter for his family. He loved spending time with his son and family. He was kind, giving, and humble. James believed in God and wanted to live his life for the Lord. He loved country music, and looked forward to dinner every day.

James was a hard worker and enjoyed landscaping, painting and was a tree arborist.

VISITATION: Thursday, November 16, 2023 at Michel Funeral Home
5930 Southwest Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63139 from 4-8 p.m.

SERVICES: Friday, November 17, 2023 at Michel Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m.

Interment St. Matthews Cemetery.

ARRANGEMENTS UNDER THE DIRECTION OF MICHEL FUNERAL HOME