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William Downing Coleman

Charleston, South Carolina

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Colonel William Downing Coleman (USAF Ret.) ASHEVILLE, NC - Colonel William Coleman, USAF (Retired), age 85, died May 19, 2011, in Asheville, North Carolina. Colonel Coleman was a long-time resident of Seabrook Island, South Carolina. He was born in Fairfield, Alabama and joined the United States...

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great gentleman,best builder of my home,lots of fun cocontracting together!Happy memories!;-)

I am so happy to have been involved in a small portion of Bill's life. He and Betty and my Parents shared many wonderful moments together, as did we "youngsters". I know his passing leaves a void for my Mother and I, but the times we spent together will last forever. He had quite a life, it was fun to grab a piece of it.
With Sympathy and Love, Ray Sullivan

Many happy memories of Betty and Bill on Seabrook especially the building of my beautiful home!My prayers are for Dennis and sisters to relive the happy memories to ease your grief!
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May the joy of your happy memories far outweigh the sadness of this difficult time. The fond memories will last you forever.

Colonel “The Consummate Gentleman”
Truly an honor to have known the Colonel and grateful for many a day spent with him, Betty and Dennis on Seabrook Island. The Colonel and Betty defined southern hospitality; always gracious with unequaled warmth and charm. Those inherent traits live on, Dennis, as you carry the torch onward.
Jim Southard and Nancy Champagne

Deepest condolences. I had the pleasure of meeting The Colonel and Betty while on family vacations in Seabrook. Always a gracious host when we shared meals and took in the natural beauty of the marsh and river from his back porch. I was a novice fisherman who enjoyed going out with him. I do remember fishing with him and Dennie when we caught a large black-fin tuna, which happened to be a line-caught S.C. record fish for that year, if I remember correctly. A charming character whom I...

Denice and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your father's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I am touched that I had the opportunity to meet him on several occasions - someone who served our country for so long. God bless you all.

What an interesting life this man led, and how many people he touched during his years here. He will be missed by many. My sympathies to all his family members, especially Denice and Dennis. Sincerely, Linda Ensor

You have my deepest sympathy. During this difficult time I hope your hearts will soon be filled with memories of happy times together as you celebrate a life well lived.