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GERALDINE COLEMAN Obituary


GERALDINE M. COLEMAN  
On April 3, 2014, GERALDINE MESSICK COLEMAN (age 88), beloved wife of Ronald Coleman, and devoted mother of Gale Prisaznick, Alan and David Coleman. She is also survived by sister Rubie Morris and three loving grandchildren, Marc Hauge, Bethany and Rachel Coleman. Family and friends take comfort in knowing she passed peacefully and with grace.Her memorial service will start at 2 p.m. at Central United Methodist Church, 4201 Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203, with reception following. Interment will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Central United Methodist Church.

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Published by The Washington Post on Apr. 8, 2014.

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April 9, 2014

So sorry for your loss but keep the scripture in mind at James 4:8 "Draw close to God and he will draw close to you" Take care.

VIVIAN DEANE

April 8, 2014

This fine lady will never be forgotten. No matter what we always shared lots of laughter!!

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