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Frank Coble Obituary
Portsmouth - Frank Lewis Coble, 60, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, November 17, with his family by his side. He was pre-deceased by his parents, Clarence Leonard Coble and Yoko Coble King.
Frank was a graduate of Wilson High School and Old Dominion University. He was a Certified Life Underwriter and worked many years in the insurance industry. After his retirement, Frank enjoyed officiating youth soccer and helped many players learn to love the game.
Frank was an ordained deacon in the Baptist church and an ordained elder in the Presbyterian Church.
Frank is survived by his wife of 36 years, Teresa Goldman Coble, son Jay Coble and his wife Stephanie, son Joshua Abrams, sister JoAnn Chertoff, sister Diane Coble, brother Donald Wayne Coble, numerous nieces and nephews, and his in-laws.
The service will be on Monday, November 21, at 2:00 at Churchland Baptist Church, 3031 Churchland Blvd, Chesapeake, 23321.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the American Heart Association.
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Chris Sandquist
April 24, 2024
Frank and Terri are our daughter's godparents. We lost contact over the years but when I last spoke to Frank in 2008 we had just as many laughs then as we used to have 30 years prior. Rest in Peace, Dear Frank
Gillis Wilson
January 16, 2019
So very so to hear of franks passing,we both went to wilson high and we had homeroom together and a english class,he smiled all the time.
Scott Morlock
November 22, 2016
To Jay, and the Coble family. I am sorry to hear about Frank. I thoroughly enjoyed working with him reffing games. I bet I smiled every time I saw his name in my group. I hope the pain of your loss eventually is overtaken by the smiles and joy when reliving your memories with him.
November 22, 2016
Mike and I will always remember Frank from our days at WWHS and Port Norfolk Baptist Church. His sense of humor was one of his best qualities. Although we have all lost touch through the years some of our fondest memories from those days include Frank. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. Julie & Mike Boone
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Jimmy Eure
November 21, 2016
I remember Frank from WWHS. Wasn't he in 'Mame' playing Ito? Good times and memories from so many years ago. Terri and Donald, my sympathies to you and your family.
Terry & Cisco Lambert
November 21, 2016
Coble family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this of sadness. Frank was a wonderful man. We are happy that we had the opportunity to share time with him at Jay & Stephanie's wedding. May you have peace in knowing that he is resting comfortably now........
Mary Writesel
November 21, 2016
Terri and the entire Coble and Goldman family. I am so sorry for your loss. As I reflect on growing up with Frank, I will always remember the fun times we had at PNBC especially the musicals. He always made us laugh when everyone was being too serious. Frank will be missed by all of us. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Love,
Mary L. Writesel
Justina Confer
November 21, 2016
To the Coble family, please accept my condolences. I worked with Frank. I am saddened by this news.
Cindy Robins
November 21, 2016
To the Coble Family,
I knew Frank through soccer before I knew the rest of the family. He was respected and loved in the soccer community, having mentored so many and officiated for most everyone. Personally though, Frank was much more to me. I know your loss is great. I will keep all of you in my prayers. He will be missed.
November 19, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Frank in High School and church. He always had a smile and a shoulder if you had something on your mind. My prayers are with you and your family. My Condolences Kathy Blythe
American Heart Association
November 19, 2016
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family today and always.
Tony Nweke
November 19, 2016
My condolences to Frank's family & loved ones. I refereed youth soccer matches with Frank and found him a gentle & kind man; may his soul rest in perfect peace and he be welcomed by our Father in heaven.
Renita Schlein
November 19, 2016
Frank was my oldest friend in this world. We met as children while our fathers were stationed on Okinawa.I was able to reconnect with Frank through Facebook and had some great conversations with him. I will miss him. I am so very sorry for your loss and you all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
November 19, 2016
To the Coble Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew of Frank through my son. He always loved reffing with Frank and had nothing but wonderful things to say about him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Camille Cagle
November 19, 2016
Terri, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my prayers.
Anita (Mason) Young
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