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Elizabeth Coleman Obituary

COLEMAN, Elizabeth "Betty" (McKinney) Elizabeth "Betty" (McKinney) Coleman, 77, of Manchester widow of the late John "Jack" Coleman, died peacefully at home on Monday (May 7, 2007) after a long illness. She was born February 12, 1930 in Manchester and was a lifelong resident. She is survived by a son and daughter-in-law Scott and Laura Coleman of Glastonbury; along with grandchildren, Michael and Elizabeth; a daughter Donna Serrell of Tucson, AZ; along with grandchildren Ryan Boland and Angela Palko; and great-grandson Evan; granddaughter Melissa Heavisides and her husband Stuart; along with great-granddaughters, Kylie, Samantha and Natalie; sisters, Margaret Bucchino and Martha Seavey both of Manchester; brothers Robert McKinney and his wife Mary also of Manchester, Russell McKinney and his wife Nancy of Wilmington, NC; and several nieces and nephews. The family wishes to extend thanks to Angelic Home & Health Care of Manchester for their support, especially Lovetta Dennis for her care of Betty during her illness. Family and Friends may call Thursday, May 10 from 5-7 p.m. at the Holmes Funeral Home, 400 Main St., Manchester. Burial will be private in the East Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse and Health Services, 8 Keynote Dr., Vernon, CT. 06066.

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Published by Hartford Courant on May 9, 2007.

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Laurie May

June 11, 2007

Donna and Scott, I remember many years ago all the fun times I had with both your parents as next door neighbors. I was sorry to just read about your mom, I still think of them as the age they were in the late 70's. I've thought of them often through the years.
Laurie Quaglia May

May 10, 2007

Laura & Scott,

My deepest sympathies at the passing of your mom. If there's anything you need, please don't hesitate to give me a call.

Elaine Griffin
Town of Hebron

Kathy (Knowlton) Hughes

May 9, 2007

Donna, Scott & families,

I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. What wonderful people your Mom & Dad were and what great times were had in the "old" neighborhood. I often think of the many good times we shared with the both them and the Goehrings. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Holmes Funeral Home

May 9, 2007

With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.

Nancy/Russ McKinney

May 9, 2007

To the family of Betty,
We are so very saddened by your loss. We have such wonderful memories of the great times we had together and will always cherish them in our hearts. We always looked forward to Betty and Jack's visit to N.C. and had a wonderful time together. Our love and deepest sympathy go to all of Betty's family. Love, Nancy and Russ

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