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ALTON, Va. - James L. Coleman, 24, of Alton, died Monday, May 9, 2005 at Danville Regional Medical Center.
Born July 1, 1980, he was the son of Debra Brandon and Joe L. Burnette.
He was a member of the New Calvary Missionary Baptist Church in Greensboro.
He was married to Lakia C. Coleman.
In addition to his mother, of Milton, his father, of Durham, and his wife, of the residence, he is survived by four children, Micah White, Jaylen, Andrea, Aniya Coleman, all of the residence; his stepfather, Cleveland D. Brandon of Roxboro; two sisters, Lamonica Brandon and Victoria Brandon, both of Milton; grandparents, Willie J. and Joanne Coleman and Ola J. Coleman.
The funeral will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 12 at the memorial building in Yanceyville with the Rev. Darryl Napper Sr. officiating. There will be a one hour viewing before the service. Interment will be at Saint James Baptist Church in Leasburg.
There will be at viewing noon to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Plenty Funeral Home Chapel.
Plenty Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Washington Post on May 11, 2005.

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Gale Noble

May 6, 2019

Lamont is so dear to me and my entire family as we called him "Stevie". Gone but never forgotten. Awesome to us and we are family..We love ourselves some "Stevie"

Denita Elmore

May 13, 2005

In my heart Lamont is not gone but just taking a vacation. He will always hold a special place in my heart as my little drummer boy. To his family I wish you all the best of luck and I will always keep you in my prayers. Hold on because we will all be with him on the other side oneday.

David, Donna and Taylor Cook

May 13, 2005

We are saddened to learn of the loss of James L. Coleman. Though we did not know him, we have been deeply blessed by knowing his brother, Rodney Coleman. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult and sad time.

Shamica Woods

May 11, 2005

Your families are in my prayers and my thoughts during this very difficult time. Remember always that Faith is not believing that God can, It is knowing that He will. He will bring you through this very difficult journey. My Deepest Sympathies.

GALE NOBLE

May 11, 2005

UNSPEAKABLE LOVE IN MY HEART ALWAYS AND FOREVER

Darnell Woods

May 11, 2005

"In body you maybe gone, but forever your spirit will live with us"

Deborah Woody-Williams

May 11, 2005

Please know that others share in your sorrow during the loss of your son/husband/brother. My prayers are with the entire family and I know that God will give you strength to endure. Bless you!

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