Mary Alice McVaugh

Mary Alice McVaugh, 93, of Villa Hills, Kentucky, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2026. Born in Detroit, Michigan, on April 23, 1933, but was raised in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada, she was the cherished daughter of Charles L. and Mary Emma McVaugh (Book).

She joins in rest her beloved parents, Charles and Mary Emma, her first husband Donn A. Coates, her second husband William Cox, her brother Tommy McVaugh, and her sisters Frances Langworthy and Sarah Swetka

Mary Alice leaves behind her loving children, Thomas A. (Michelle) Coates, Michael D. (Jennifer) Coates, Rebecca T. (Brian) Burris, and Carl F. (Beth) Coates. Her legacy continues through her grandchildren Emily T. Hunt, Martha M. (Tim Scott) Hunt, Sarah King, Dylan (Kelly Mills) Coates, Daniel (Amanda) Coates, James A. Coates, Foster Coates, and Clara Coates, as well as her great-grandchildren Lincoln M. King, Adelynn J. King, Oliver G. Whitcomb, step great granddaughter, Makenzee Scott, Nora Coates, Finley T. King, and Carson Coates. She is also survived by her sister, Christina McVaugh, along with many other family members and friends who cherished her.

Mary Alice lived life with zeal and joy. Her athleticism and love for the outdoors were matched by her passion for dancing. She loved working with children and found great happiness in her family. Her adventurous spirit led her to explore new places, and her vibrant personality and sense of humor left a lasting impression on everyone she met.

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