Coates, Robert M. 71, of Cologne, MN, passed away on August 16, 2014. Robert was preceded in death by his wife, Fae, grandson, Harrison and his parents, Raymond and Doris. He is survived by daughters, Monique (Gary) Lyle, Michelle (Peter) Browne, Heather (Charles) Green, grandchildren, Alexis Lyle and Jackson Green and brother Art (Candy) Coates. A memorial gathering will take place at the Cremation Society of MN-Edina Chapel on Wednesday, August 20, 2014 at 4:30pm, 7110 France Ave, Edina, MN 55435. A friend to many, loved by all. He will be truly missed.