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Elizabeth J. Coleman, born on September 24, 1944, in Portland, Maine, departed this world peacefully in Conshohocken, PA, on February 4, 2025. She was a beloved wife, mother, and nana, and her memory will forever resonate in the hearts of all who were fortunate enough to know her.
A proud graduate of West Catholic High School for Girls in 1962, Elizabeth went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree in Education from St. Joseph’s College in 1966. Her passion for learning and service shaped a lifelong dedication to helping others. She began her career as a teacher in Philadelphia Catholic schools before transitioning to her own business with Shaklee, where she spent over four decades promoting nutritional health and wellness. Through her unwavering commitment, she rose to the title of Coordinator, enriching countless lives along the way. Elizabeth’s devotion to the well-being of others was equaled only by the deep love and care she had for her family.
Elizabeth was an outgoing and loving spirit, nurturing an incredibly close-knit family throughout her life. She called Levittown her home for 17 years, later living in Lower Makefield for over 20 years and then Langhorne for 7 years. In the last 12 years, she resided in Conshohocken, where her warmth and kindness made her a cherished member of the community.
She leaves behind her loving husband, Joseph F. Coleman, Jr., her sons: Charles A. and Gina Coleman of Dripping Springs, TX; Blaise A. and Lisa Coleman of Malvern, PA; and Paul A. and Jamie Coleman of Plymouth Meeting, PA; as well as her daughter Maura E. Coleman of Quakertown, PA. Elizabeth was also a proud grandmother to 12 grandchildren: Delanie, Makenzie, Kassidy, Brady, Jack, Jake, Jade, Tanner, Chase, Brayden, AJ, and Annie, each of whom brought immense joy to her life. In addition, she is survived by her brothers Charles and Grace Shea of Levittown, PA, and Dennis and Nancy Shea of Media, PA, and her sister Rose Marie Seekamp of Oakland Park, FL. Elizabeth's heart held space for many nieces and nephews who will remember her loving spirit.
Among her proudest accomplishments was her active participation in her faith community at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, where she served as a lector and was an involved member of the Kyrie Group. Her artistic talents shone brightly in her hobbies, as she expressed her creativity through painting and sketching, producing stunning oils and watercolors. Additionally, she was a beloved baker, known for her famous Irish potatoes and the cherished Nana's Treats.Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, Charles Shea and Jean MacMillan Shea, her son Joseph F. Coleman III, and her brother Daniel Shea. Each of them was an integral part of her life and their legacies will continue to sparkle through the stories shared and the love passed down through generations.
A visitation will be held in her memory on February 10, 2025, from 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM at J. Allen Hooper Funeral Chapel and Cremation Services 41 W. Trenton Ave., Morrisville, PA, 19067 culminating in a Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Church, 201 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Morrisville, PA 19067 at 11:30 AM. Following the service, Elizabeth will be laid to rest at Holy Trinity Cemetery, River Rd., Yardley, with a celebration of her life to follow at Makefield Highlands Golf Club.The spirit of Elizabeth J. Coleman will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, a legacy filled with love, compassion, and a deep commitment to family. She will be deeply missed but never forgotten, as her impact on those around her is indelibly woven into the fabric of their lives.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please consider making a memorial contribution, in Elizabeth's name, to the Legacy of Life Foundation, 25 S. Main Street, #217, Yardley, PA 19067 (legacyoflifefoundation.org).
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