Benjamin Franklin Coates
According to his obituary Benjamin was baptized in Indian Territory (now Oklahoma) in 1853 and traveled to Utah that same year. Some documents spell his surname "Coats." His death certificate gives his birthdate as 20 September 1831. His name is "B. Franklin Coates" on his gravestone.
Born
1831 September 14
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Occurred On 1831 September 14
Traveled in Preston Thomas Company (1853)
1853 May 23 – November (Age 21) Pioneers in Company
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Started On 1853 May 23
Joined Company
Ended Circa 1853 November
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Died
1909 April 3 (Age 77)
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Benjamin Franklin Coates (1831 - 1909) Profile