Christopher Earl Coker, 44, passed away Friday, August 7, 2009 in Charleston, SC. Chris was born July 22, 1965 in Pinetops, NC, to Earl and Jackie Coker. He graduated from UNC-CH in 1987 with a degree in economics. Chris is survived by his parents, Earl and Jackie Coker of Pinetops and Raleigh, NC; broth Neal Coker of Raleigh, NC; sister Suzanne Coker of Pinetops, NC; sister Paige Coker of Raleigh, NC; sister-in-law Mamie Coker and nephews Burgess, Cameron, and Chase Coker, all of Raleigh, NC. Chris also leaves behind legions of friends whose lives he has touched.