Edwin L. Coleman

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Celebrating the life of
Edwin L. ColemanNovember 06, 1923 - October 11, 2007

Edwin L. "Ed" Coleman, 83, died October 11, 2007 at Hospice House surrounded by his loved ones.

Mr. Coleman was born November 6, 1923 near Canoochee, Emanuel County, Georgia. He attended schools at Canoochee and Summertown and was a member of the Canoochee Missionary Baptist Church. His parents were Vesta Stoehr Coleman and Emmett Coleman. Mr. Coleman was the surviving sibling of a family of ten, becoming the patriarch to numerous nephews and nieces.

He served in the Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theater in PT Squadrons 15 and 18. Upon returning to civilian life, he worked for Georgia Supply Company for 30 years and retired from Bearings and Drives, Inc.

Mr. Coleman was a member of The Savannah Chapter of Ambucs, serving as President, District Governor and Regional Director and a member of the National Board of Directors.

Mr. Coleman's Masonic life spans over 50 years. He was a member of Landrum Lodge #48 F.&A.M.'s and a 32 degree KCCH Mason, Scottish Rite with the KCCH Honor and joined the Shrine in 1976. Mr. Coleman was installed as Potentate of Alee Temple Shrine in 1993. He was a member of Bryan County Shrine Club, the Alee Patrol Unit where he was a Past Captain, Tybee Lite Shrine Club serving as President for 5 years. He was an honorary member of the Alee Shriners Directors Staff, Mobile Unit, Hasan Shriners in Albany, GA, Al Sihah Shriners in Macon, GA and Yaarab Shriners in Atlanta, GA. He also held memberships in the Royal Order of Jesters, The Cabiri and was a Kentucky Colonel.

Mr. Coleman was an avid sportsman and enjoyed instilling this love in his children, grandson and great grandsons. Next to his love for his family, was working with the Shriners for the crippled children.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Nelda Durden Coleman; a daughter, Mary Lou Sanders; grandson, Craig Mills Sanders Dawn; great-grandsons, Matthew Coleman Sanders and Dylan Mills Sanders and a granddaughter, Jennifer.

Mr. Coleman also leaves many nieces and nephews who share the loss of a beloved uncle.

Pallbearers will be Mr. Coleman's nephews. Honorary Pallbearers are Past Potentates, Alee Patrol members and Bryan County Shrine Club.

Visitation: 5:00-8:00 P.M. Sunday, October 14th at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.

Funeral Service: 2:00 P.M. Monday at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with burial and Masonic Rites following at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Morris Slotin Fund, C/O Alee Shriners, P.O. Box 14147, Savannah, GA 31416 or Hospice House, P.O. Box 13190, Savannah, GA 31416.

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Nelda and Lou, Our prayers are with you at this time. Ed was such a great person and we have such fond memories of him.

- Phil and Darnell Sieg, Douglas, GA

Aunt Nelda and Lou, We are sorry to hear that Uncle Ed has passed. He was a wonderful man. You are in our thoughts our prayers. Love, Karen, Teresa, Debbie & David

- Karen Godwin Hoffman, Rock Hill, SC

May god bless you and your family.

- John Claxton, Jacksonville, FL

10/17/07: Nelda, we are so sorry to hear of Ed's death. We both loved and respected him a great deal. We were out of town the past 8 days and did not hear of it until tonight or we would have surely been there. We'll be in touch soon. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Fred and Janet Donica

- Fred and Janet Donica, Jesup, GA

I am sorry that I was unable to attend the viewing on Sunday because of other commitments. Also on Monday I was in the office and was unable to reschedule my patients. I feel that my life was blessed by knowing Ed. Unfortunately illnesses do occur that we cannot cure. The last time I saw him was at the hospital. He was surrounded by friends and family. Even though the end was near, his illness did not distract from his basic upbeat personality. Ed should be an inspiration to all of us.

- James Judy, , GA

Dear Aunt Nel and Lou, I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Ed's passing. He always had a quiet dignity that represented a calm, confident and content spirit. He was a wonderful gentleman. Savannah, will always mean fond memories of Uncle Ed and your family. May God grant you peace and comfort in this time of loss. Love, Connie Smith and Bill Stafford

- Connie Smith-Stafford, Largo, FL

We just want Nelda to know that Ed was one of the finest if not the finest man we have know. We loved both he and Nelda so very much. We thank God for knowing them. Rosie and David deBorde

- David & Rosie deBorde, Savannah, GA

To the family: We mourn with you over the loss of Mr.Ed. What a guy...always a smile for everyone. always wanted to know how things were in Emanuel Co. ..his birthplace...our prayers are with Ms. Nelda and family. Mack & Jeanette Griffin

- Mack Griffin, Swainsboro, GA

Nelda and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Just remember all the good times you had together. Ed was a fine man and always had a smile and kind words. He will be missed by all. You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow. God Bless you. Bob and Earldene Hughes Millen, Ga.

- Bob & Earldene Hughes, Millen, GA

Nelda & Lou I am so sorry for the loss of Ed. We ALL will miss him along with you. We had some wonderful times together. I will be leaving town this morning SAT not to arrive back home until Monday evening. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With Love, Jane

- Jane McIntosh, Savannah, GA

Aunt Nelda and Mary Lou, I have many good memories of Uncle Loren.I really enjoyed our last visit, when you all came out to see Mother. I always thought a lot of him, he was a very good man and seemed so happy with his life. Our prayers are with you. Jim and Carole

- Jim Coleman, Marshall, TX