John R. Coleman II

John R. Coleman II, 78, entered Heaven's glory October 19, 2010 with his loving family by his side. Born November 1, 1931 to John and Maude Coleman in the town of San Antonio, Texas, he moved to the Coachella Valley where he met and married the love of his life, Maxine Taylor, in 1953. During the years he worked as a carpenter, he built a home for his family in Palm Desert where he and his wife both resided until the Lord took them home. Years later, he started his own landscape gardening business and was one of the best in his field because he truly loved what he did. He also served as deacon and teacher at the Calvary Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Coachella for many years and together with his loving wife taught their children and grand-children the importance of being saved and serving the Lord. He is survived by two sons, John Coleman III of Riverside, and David Coleman, of Palm Desert; three daughters, Kathryn Coleman and Julie Bono both of Palm Desert, and Rebecca Smith of San Diego, and one sister Lucille Winstead of North Carolina. He also leaves a legacy of love through 14 grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine, in 2007. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Forest Lawn Chapel, Coachella on Wednesday, October 27th at 10:00am, followed by a burial service at the Coachella Valley Cemetery.