Homegoing Celebration -fo r-
Mr. Donnie Coleman, Sr.
2:00 P.M. Tuesday, December 11, 2007
Rock Hill Baptist Church
130 Rock Hill Road Saluda, SC
Reverend Herbert Martin, Pastor Reverend Dr. Amos Harling, Officiating

-Obituary-
Sunrise: M arch 16,1947 * Sunset: December 6,2007
Mr. Donnie Coleman, Sr., son of the late Horace and Lizzie Simpkins Coleman was born in Saluda County, on March 16, 1947. He departed this life Thursday night, December 6, 2007, in the Lexington Medical Center, West Columbia, SC, after declining health.
He was educated in the public schools of Saluda County, South Carolina.
At an early age, he joined the Rock Hill Baptist Church. He was a former employee of Westinghouse.
He was married to Carolyn Werts Coleman who preceded him in death. To this union six children were bom, one son, Darryl preceded him in death.
In addition to his parents, wife and son, two brothers, James Edward Coleman and Phillip Coleman also preceded him in death.
He leaves to cherish and honor his memory; four sons, Donnie Coleman, Jr., Summerville, SC, Tony S. Coleman, Columbia, SC, Eric (LaKeisha) Coleman, Carteret, NJ and Andre (Theda) Coleman, Lex ington, SC; daughter, Andrea T. Coleman, Saluda, SC; thirteen grandchil dren, one great grandchild; six brothers, Jack (Eva Mae) Coleman, Heyward (Norma Jean) Coleman, Norman (Veronica) Coleman, and Michael (Glenda) Coleman all of Saluda, SC, Larry (Wendy) Coleman, North Augusta, SC and Charles (Karen) Coleman, Rock Hill, SC;five sisters, Ethel (Bennie) Werts, Roslyn, NY, Alnita (James) Coats and Lisa Coleman both of North Augusta, SC, Denise Coleman, Saluda, SC and Debra (Joey) McClurkin, Newberry, SC; two other brothers-in-law, Mack (Nannie) Werts and Ulysses (Laura) Werts; four other sisters-in-law, Laura Donner, Decatur, GA, Earlean Graham, Doris Bellamy and Pearline Coleman all of Saluda, SC; two aunts; one great aunt; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, extended family and sorrowing friends.
-The Family-

~Order of Service^
Presiding....................... Reverend Herbert Martin M usician...................................................................... Xavily Gantt S o lo ...................................................................... Ms. Valerie Whitt Scripture.........................................................................23rd Psalm Prayer S ong.............................................................. Miss Marlisa Coleman Reflections.........................................................Mr. Larry Coleman Acknowlegements..................................................... Mrs. A. Butler S o lo ...................................................................... Ms. Valerie Whitt Words of Com fort.............................Reverend Dr. Amos Harlings
St. Mark Baptist Church Leesville, SC
Recessional Interm ent............................................................. Church Cemetery

P a llb e a r e r s ..... Flower Bearers

Sons/Nephews ............ N ieces

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I never thought that the time would come for us to say our goodbyes. But we have to, with tears in our eyes,
What I will remember the most about you is, How we use to butt heads about every issue, But now all I can think about is how much we will miss you.
You weren't always the best Dad, But you were all we had,
We wouldn't have traded you for anything in this world. Not even the world's largest pearl.
No large amount of money could ever replace you, And even if it could, I don't think that we would want to.
As time goes by it will heal our heavy hearts, Just know that there is nothing that can keep us apart. As long as we have our memories, we will be linked together forever.
A strong bond that can never be severed, You loved us unconditionally all the way to the end,
And now the healing process is about to begin, Our children will never forget you and Mama,
And neither will we. Because your memories will linger on in our hearts and minds
forever and faithfully. We Love You "DONNIE AND CAROLYN 4-Ever.
Your Children
~Acknowledgement~
The family of the late Mr. Donnie Coleman, Sr. wishes to thank our relatives and friends for the many acts of kindness shown to us during our hour or bereavement. Your expressions of kindness will always be remembered. May God continue to bless and keep all of you.
The Coleman Family

Repast in the Church Fellowship Hall"

Services Entrusted To:
Butler & Sons Funeral Home
306 North Bouknight Ferry Road Saluda, SC
(864)445-2623