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Dale Coleman Obituary
1940-2013: Dale Jean Stanley Cole Coleman, 73, of Panama City, FL passed away in her sleep Sunday, December 29, 2013, at her home. Dale was born in Endicott, NY, and lived in Panama City since 1984. She retired as a Register Nurse after working at the Tompkins County Hospital, Ithaca, NY and Bay Medical Center, Panama City. Dale was a member of the VFW, AmVets, Elks and Moose Lodge. She loved Bingo, Biloxi and Bowling, and coached Cinderella softball for many years. Dale was preceded in death by her husband, Martin Coleman and a brother, Donald Stanley. Survivors include her children, Timothy Cole (Donna) of Panama City, Cynthia Cole Jones (Richard) of Greenfield Center, NY, Donald Cole (Patience) of Gallatin, TN, Sherill Cole Speyer of Chandler, AZ and Amy Cole Matheson (Eric) of Ogden, UT; her step-children, Staci Coleman Creary of Panama City, Terry Cole (Mary) of Ithaca, NY, and Susan Cole Squire (Jim) of Medina, OH; her grandchildren, Christopher Cole, Matthew Cole, Kimberly Cole, Scott Cole, Bailey Cole, Tanner Cole, Jennifer "Jenna" Speyer, David "Digger" Speyer, Zachary Matheson, Kristoffer Matheson, Eric "Ricky" Matheson, Alexander Matheson, Krystal Matheson, Kjersti Matheson, and Kendrick Matheson, Misty Creary, Lexi Creary, Wendy Cole, Kelly Cole, Donald Squire, Robert "Robbie" Squire, William "Billy" Squire, Elizabeth "Beth" Squire Fredericks, and Stephen Squire; and her three great-grandchildren, Dayja, Mykayla, and Maddison Cole. Funeral services were held January 2, 2014, at the Kent-Forest Lawn Funeral Home Chapel with Mr. Jeff Anderson officiating. Donations in Dale's name may be made to a favorite charity. Kent-Forest Lawn, 2403 Harrison Avenue, Panama City, FL 32405 850-763-4694. www.kentforestlawn.com
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Sally Iacovelli
January 9, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Dale. She was and always will be remembered as a fun loving person. I met Dale while at one of my first National Bowling Tournaments back in the late 90's. We laughed and laughed, we bowled like crap and were all going to put our balls in the river on the way back, after a detour to the casino's, to the hotel. She always added her whit to our fun. Hugs and Kisses to all of her family. She gave us all a lot of her love through the sport of bowling and the good times we had together. God Bless RIP Dear Lady Friend. We love you always.
Marlene Cutler
January 3, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with all members of Dale's family at this time. Many happy memories will always be cherished by me and my family.
Vickey
January 3, 2014
Dale was the best coach, mentor and friend. She was always helping others and gave a lot of her personal time. I had a blast bowling with her too. I'm thinking of all her children of whom I grew up with. God bless you all in this time of sadness. Victoria Prouty Muse
Barbara Chase
January 2, 2014
To the Family of Dale Coleman: Condolences to each and every one of you for your loss. What a joy she was and I will always cherish the hours we spent playing bingo. Rest in Paradise, my sweet friend!!
Cathy Withiam Schuler
January 1, 2014
Amy and Sheri.....my condolences and prayers on the loss of your mom. Many great memories from the softball field...
Roberta & Rollie Barnett
January 1, 2014
Dale, I will always have great memories of softball with our girls and bowling. You were a wonderful friend. I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers, Rest in Peace my Friend.
January 1, 2014
Dale..I remember your great fun loving personality and the great bowling times on Friday nite at Ides. You will be missed. Lois Tillapaugh Beach
Lori Bellavigna-Robbins
December 31, 2013
Amy....Condolences to you and your family for the loss of you mom. Thoughts and prayers for you as you are faced with the days ahead......may time ease the pain and you cherish memories.........
andy lewis
December 31, 2013
Dale you were my friend, we shared many laughs together and our little talks will always stay with me, you saved Brandy, just the look in her eyes when she sat in your lap was saying, THANKYOU i will miss you love Andy
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