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Coleman Whiting Obituary
Coleman John Whiting left this life Tuesday, May 24, at the age of 24. He lived a life full of creativity and passion. His charm, humor, and joy opened the hearts of everyone he encountered. His sudden death has overwhelmed family, friends, and those he worked with.
Coleman was a gifted artist: pencil, woodworking, furniture. He designed and created the Latitude Band watch and recently had a lead role in the independent film "Nevermind the Knife," working with writer/director Chraci Littlejohn. A sound engineer from the age of 13, he trained with Lawrence "Illoquint" Wilder, and worked the sound board for some of Seattle's most creative rap artists and singers. In front of the mic, he put his life into his lyrics.
He attended Seattle Public Schools; Lafayette Elementary, Washington Middle School, and Franklin High School (class of 2012). He attended Seattle Central and South Seattle Colleges.
Coleman is widely known as a pioneering cannabis activist. He co-founded LeBlanc CNE, Inc., did CO2 extraction at Green Lion, and helped to launch I-502 retailer Herban Legends. His compassion and concern for medical marijuana patients, which stemmed from his own struggle with epilepsy, is legendary. He refused to let his own medical condition dictate his life.
Coleman leaves behind a large loving family and circle of friends, including his brothers, Michael (Anna Cheng) and Bryan (Kimberly Johnson), parents Sharon (Peter Sexton) and Jerry (Lisa Spreacker), stepbrothers Lukas Sexton and Zack Spreacker (Daniela), stepsisters Katie Smith (Mark) and Hailey Sexton, grandmother Carmel Bryan Whiting, uncles David Whiting and Steven Whiting, aunts Ricki Schuberg-Myers and Kris Schuberg, and loving cousins, nieces, nephews.
A celebration of Coleman's life is planned for June 25 (details to follow at https://www.facebook.com/events/1752705528320204/). The family suggests donations to the Coleman Whiting Memorial Fund, www.ProjectCBD.org/coleman-whiting-memorial-fund, to support families in need of cannabis medicine.
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Sydney G
June 23, 2024
I just watched Nevermind the Knife and was so blown away by Coleman that I was looking so forward to looking him up. I was devastated to see the dedication at the end and I’ve only watch him on screen for 2 hours. I’m so sorry. We all lost a divine talent.
Karen Hilliard
August 1, 2016
Dear Jerry and family,I am so sad to hear of the passing of this bright and shining lad who touched my heart so quickly and deeply way back in 04 and then again In 05 when you introduced your boys to my Mom during a Boston visit. She never stopped talking about them and commented on how charming Coleman was. I am here for you...for all of you really if you want to tell me stories of Colman's life. I hope there will peace in your hearts one day and you will remember how much love he brought into this world and your life.With love, Karen
Joel Woodcock
July 9, 2016
Dear Sharon and Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of this news. What a beautiful young man. Please accept my deepest sympathy to all of the Whiting-Shuberg clan.
Darla Conteras
June 26, 2016
The Contreras Family extends their heartfelt sympathy to Coleman's family and friends. Our hearts hurt for your sorrow.
June 17, 2016
JERRY AND FAMILY, JUST READ EMAIL............WOW........IM SPEECHLESS
GOD IS CALLING HIM HOME TO BYPASS ALL THIS
TURMOIL THIS WORLD IS IN.
FRED
Aaron Varney
May 30, 2016
Blessed to know Coleman and spend time with him. I knew him as playful and serious, a combination the belied his age. In that, I saw a maturity and zest for life that I can only admire and emulate. His patience and care helping people in the cannabis community will be deeply missed. I will only feel sadness because of the joy he brought me. Love you Coleman!
To Jerry and the Whiting family, please know you are surrounded with love and support is always there.
Jacques White
May 30, 2016
We watched Cole grow up down the street from a playful child into a kind and thoughtful young man. Very sorry for such a great and untimely loss. His spirit will live on in all he touched.
Jacques and Beth
May 30, 2016
Completely heart breaking to lose this thought leader and inspiration so early in his life and when we all needed more of him. He shone and still shines though all of us and everything he touched. We will be beacons of celebration for his life as it continues on in each of us and our community. We feel you.
Kevin Jodrey
May 30, 2016
Wonderful young man whom I was fortunate to know. Rest easy my friend.
Jasmine L
May 29, 2016
Love this man. Always and forever Cole.
Diann Rundberg
May 29, 2016
Remembering him as such a beautiful child. So sorry for your loss.
Hugs to you Sharon and Jerry.
Thinking of you and your whole family at this sad time.
Sincerely, Diann & John Rundberg
Krystal DB
May 29, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort hear your heart-broken prayers and provide you with much needed comfort during the difficult days and weeks ahead (Isaiah 42:10).
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