James "Jasie" Clayton Choat
James "Jasie" Choat Obituary
Born on November 9, 1935 in Portland, Oregon to Sam and Kate Choat.
Passed away at home on 9/7/25 after an extended illness. He was surrounded by family.
He graduated from North Bend High School in 1953 and from the University of Oregon in 1957.
In 1955, he married his high school sweetheart, Bonnie May Prosa.
They celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary with a family gathering on August 28th.
He joined his family business, Industrial Steel and Supply in 1957, as the warehouse manager, but his career actually started at the age of 10, when he could be seen sweeping floors, moving stock and helping customers.
After retiring in 1999, he built a shop which became a gathering place for many local Model A owners who profited from his knowledge and mechanical skills.
He and his wife took several extended trips with the Myrtlewood A Car Club, often being the last car in the caravan so he could be available to help others who had mechanical difficulties.
The highlight of his year was gathering and loading up items for the Albany and Portland Swap meets.
He was a talented craftsman, designing and building his own home.
He loved the tranquility of a day on the bay in his drift boat, chasing the steelhead.
He was an avid fan of NBHS Bulldog and Oregon Duck football.
His favorite family trips were to Disneyland, Disney World and the Holy Lands.
He quietly donated his time and resources countless times over the years, preferring to avoid any recognition for his generosity. A loving husband, father, grandpa, and brother who will be greatly missed.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Bob and Bill.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Choat; sister, Pat Choat Pierce; daughters and sons-in-law, Debbie and Bob Johnston and Nancy and Gary Lohkamp; 4 grandchildren and 4 great- grandchildren
The family is planning a celebration of life to be held on his birthday 11/9/25
Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131 www.coosbayareafunerals.com
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