Leo Coleman, 98, of Gladwin, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at The Brook of Gladwin. He was born in Coleman, Michigan, on June 12, 1921, the son of Jesse & Ellen (Horden) Coleman. He was a veteran of the United States Army Air Corps, proudly serving his country during World War II. On February 11, 1944, he was united in marriage to his true love Isabel Black in Amarillo, Texas. She preceded him in death in 2010. He was owner/ operator of F & L Ford in Gladwin from 1962-1979 & later Coleman Asphalt in Gladwin until his retirement. He was an avid golfer & devout member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church & Knights of Columbus 5280 in Gladwin.
Left to cherish his memory are his children: Timothy (Sharon) Coleman of Coleman, Margot DeAman of Gladwin, Christine (D. Steven) Waugh of Gladwin, Mary Sullivan of Gladwin, Lisa Coleman of Gladwin & Robert Coleman (Regina West Coleman) of Gladwin. His children blessed him with 10 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren, several great great grandchildren. His is also survived by his sister: Eileen Gardner of Brighton, several nieces & nephews, special friend: Mary Griffore & the Library Club friends. He is preceded in death by his wife: Isabel, parents, son in-laws: James DeArman & David Sullivan, grandsons: Christian Coleman & Jesse Waugh.
Funeral Mass in honor of Mr. Coleman will be conducted by Fr. Marcel Portelli on Wednesday, October 30, 2019, 11:00 A.M. at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Gladwin, Michigan. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2019, from 4-8:00 P.M. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin, Michigan. He will be laid to rest at Old Calvary Cemetery, Midland, Michigan. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be considered to Heartland Hospice. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com
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