Thomas "Tommy" Michael Coleman

Thomas "Tommy" Michael Coleman obituary, Waverly, TN

Thomas "Tommy" Michael Coleman

Thomas "Tommy" Coleman Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Luff-Bowen Funeral Home - Waverly on Jul. 10, 2023.

Thomas “Tommy” Michael Coleman, age 71 of Waverly, TN passed away Saturday, July 8, 2023 at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Tommy was born on July 22, 1951 to the late Wilford “Wiz” and Winnie Lagan Coleman.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 43 years, Diane Coleman of Waverly, TN; daughter, Amy Beth Coleman of Waverly, TN; son, James Michael Coleman of Memphis, TN; grandchildren, Caitlyn Whitsett and Landyn Coleman; siblings, Janice Polly, Terry Coleman (Joanie) and Philip Coleman (Venita).Tommy is also survived by his dog, Rosey and cat, C.C.

Tommy is preceded in death by his parents.

A graveside service will take place Tuesday, July 11, 2023 at 2:00 P.M. at J. Warren Cemetery in New Johnsonville, TN.

Arrangements are entrusted to Luff-Bowen Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made by visiting luffbowen.com.

2400 HWY 13 N, Waverly, TN 37185

931-296-2437

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