Jerry DeWitt Coleman

November 14, 1940 - July 22, 2010
Jerry DeWitt Coleman

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Jerry D. Coleman, 69 of Wilmington passed away on Thursday July 22, 2010 at home with his family by his side.

He was born November 14, 1940 in Columbus County to the late Walter and Cora Belle Coleman.

He is survived by his wife, Brenda, his daughters Lynn Vann, Danna (Ivan) Batts, Sharon (Tracy) Parker, Six grandchildren, Savannah Furr, Derrick Vann, Brittany Batts, Travis Batts, Ashley (Daniel) Sarvis, Stephen (Brooke) Batts. Three great- grandchildren, Lainey Grace Vann, Jameson Sarvis, and Griffin McGuire. One brother, Dallas (Alva) Coleman, And his faithful canine companions, Gracie and Hobo that were always by his side.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 4:00 – 6:00 P.M at Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service. A private memorial will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice 1414 Physicians Drive Wilmington, NC 28401, or the American Cancer Society.

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Wilmington Burial and Cremation Service, 1535 S 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910.791.9099


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  • July 23, 2010
    Sandy Steinau says:
    I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Savannah, I know he meant a lot to you and it's been a rough time, its a good thing you were with him. I'm glad Joe and you are together, he's got a big heart and is very comforting in hard times, take advantage of it.

  • July 23, 2010
    Charlie, Mickey, David Steinau and familiy says:
    To Sharon and Savannah We are truly sorry for the loss of your father and grandfather. Please accept our sympathy. Savannah, you shared wonderful memories of you and your grandfather when we were in Portland. Thank You for that. He will always be with you, only now, he will be strong and vibrant to help you in your life. That has been my experience with my father's passing. Please take care of yourself during this most delicate time. Love, Charlie Mickey and David Laura, Ted and Ian and allison Julie, Chris and Caden Sandy and Matt

  • July 24, 2010
    Jenny Money says:
    I am so sorry about your loss. May you find peace and healing in the memories that you have, and knowing that he is no longer suffering.

  • July 24, 2010
    Bob, Marti, Kirstin and Tre Jordan says:
    Brenda, Lynn, Danna and Sharon: Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. We are sorry that we can't be with you for the visitation. Love and sympathy to all of you.

  • July 23, 2010
    Anita Richardson says:
    Saying goodbye to a loved one is a very difficult thing to do. I send to you all my heartfelt condolences. God bless you all and know that his spirit will live forever in your hearts. I remember Mr Coleman to always be a kind man and he will be missed.