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Irene Coleman Obituary
She was a native of Dinwiddie County and attended Dinwiddie County Training School. She was the daughter of the late Richard "Sunny" Johnson and Irene Hill Johnson. At an early age she confessed Christ as her personal Savior and became a faithful member of the Mt. Poole Baptist Church, where she served for many years as a member of the Hospitality Ministry.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by three sisters, Otis Crawley, Shirley Gee, Mable Taylor, and one brother, Thomas Johnson.
She leaves to cherish her memories, her loving and devoted husband of 55 years, Thaddeous Coleman; two devoted children, Dorothy Coleman and Leonard Coleman; one grandson, Derek Coleman, whom she raised, all of Ford; one godson, Michael Johnson (Taiwanda) of Petersburg; three godgrandchildren, Brianna Johnson, Brenda Johnson and Markos Johnson, all of Petersburg; three sisters, Maude Coleman of Church Road, Catherine Frazier (Walter) and Rachel Taylor, all of Ford; three brothers, John Johnson, Richard Johnson (Jeneva) and Samuel Johnson (Shelia), all of Ford; sister-in-law, Thelma Johnson of Ford; two brothers-in-law, Andrew Gee of Ford and Ernest Taylor of Petersburg; 13 nieces; 21 nephews; and a host of great-nieces, nephews, numerous cousins, other relatives and friends.
A homegoing service will be held at 2 p.m. on Thursday, June 18, 2009, at the Mount Poole Baptist Church, Ford, with the pastor, the Rev. Stephen Pugh, officiating and the Rev. Arlester Newsome Jr. eulogizing. Burial will commence at the church cemetery. Public viewing will be held from noon to 8 p.m. today at the Petersburg Chapel of Johnson Funeral Home, 451 Halifax St., Petersburg, Va.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Joseph M. Johnson & Son Funeral Home, 11107 Doyle Blvd., McKenney, (804) 478-4411.
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Memories and Condolences
for Irene Coleman
Rebecca Johnson-Evans & Family
July 14, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Ireatha Crews Barber
June 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bernice Coleman and Family
June 18, 2009
Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May the Lord Bless and Keep you.
Hazel Coleman
June 18, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
REBECCA BLAND
June 18, 2009
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS R WITH U AS U GO THROUGH UR TIME OF SADNESS.JUS REMEMBER SHE WILL ALWAYS BE THERE WITH U THROUGH UR GOOD AND BAD DAYS.JUS REMEMBER HER SMILE ON HER FACE WHEN SHE SPEAKS AND SHAKE UR HAND.SHE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.MY MOTHER REBECCA BLAND WILL TRULY MISS HER.THAT WAS HER PHONE BUDDY.OUR THOUGHTS N PRAYERS R WITH U.
June 17, 2009
Our Prayer is that God's love will sustain you as you continue to reflect on the life of your love one. Know that God is our strength and that He alone is able to comfort, cheer and console you during these difficult times.
Rev. & Mrs, Charles Middleton, Pikesville, Maryland
Bertha & James Dinkins
June 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Hattie Bonner & Family
June 17, 2009
Dorothy, You are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will strengthen you and your family at this time and may he find a comforting place in your hearts. "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning".
Wilbert & Thelma Coleman
June 17, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Angie Green
June 16, 2009
You have my condolences I am sorry to hear about Your Mom and Grandma. Our prayers are with you.
From Angie and Family
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