Darris Mondell Coleman Obituary in South Hill at Feggins Funeral Home

Obituary For Darris Mondell Coleman

VIEWING: Friday, December 16, 2022 Time: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PM

SERVICE: Saturday, December 17, 2022 Time: 11:00 AM Gethsemane Baptist Church, 512 West Atlantic Street, South Hill, VA 23970 Rev. Ronnie Betts, Pastor/Presiding Rev. Sterling Jones, Eulogist

INTERMENT: Coleman Family Cemetery, 1043 Coleman Lane, South Hill, VA 23970

MR. DARRIS MONDELL COLEMAN, son of the late Lue Ethel Chavis Coleman and John Thomas Coleman, Jr., was born July 17, 1971 in Richmond, VA and departed this life suddenly at his residence on December 9, 2022. He was also preceded in death by a grandson- Tajir Tyshawn Hayes.

At an early age he was baptized and joined Gethsemane Baptist Church, South Hill, VA.

Darris was a 1989 graduate of Park View Sr. High School. After graduation he went to Culinary School and was ranked 5th in his class of many. He was employed by Golden Corral and lastly with Smiths.

He enjoyed life. In his spare time he adored fishing, watching his favorite team, the Dallas Cowboys and above all, cooking to show off his culinary skills. Darris was fast talking and fast walking. His favorite sayings were “I got cha,” “I’m Out,” and “I Love you girl.” Most of all he loved his grandchildren and his foster family- The Smiths.

Darris leaves to cherish his memories: three children- Darrius Hayes, South Hill, VA; Shontarris C. Hayes, Richmond, VA and Kyheim Hayes, South Hill, VA; eleven grandchildren; eight siblings- Edith (Oscar) Coleman-Mosely, South Hill, VA; Shalotta (John) Seward, Lynchburg, VA; Inze LaVern Coleman-Dillard, South Hill, VA; Johnathan (Denise) Coleman, LaCrosse, VA; Rana (Leroy) Pearson, White Plains, VA; Shawn Coleman, Lynchburg, VA; Marquette Coleman and Cheserdee Coleman-Perry, both of South Hill, VA; step-father, Andrew “Hard Time” Grant of the home; foster parents- Willie Bob and Edwina Smith, South Hill, VA; foster siblings- Justin (Amber) Smith and Merlissa Wright, South Hill, VA; seven aunts-Martha Salley, Linda Dixon, Ella Gray, Lattice, Sandra, Barbara and Pauline Chavis; two uncles- Albert and Charles Coleman; devoted friends- Renea Davis, Riddick “Ricky” Baskerville, Bill Jordan, Nelson and Carolyn Walker, and Bill Ferguson and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

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Rest easy,my friend

Sorry for your lost, stay strong and its GOD Will to spare some and take some.
Costello & Roslyn Bracey North Chesterfield,Va.

I am sorry for your loss, I will keep your family in my prayers.

I can't believe you and Keith left us so soon😪 ❤️ you will certainly be missed, I'm honored that you considered me part of the family. Trusting in GOD to get us through!😭❤️💔

My prayers and sincere condolences to the family🙏🏽🙏🏽 May the out pouring of love extended to you offer some peace and comfort knowing you're not alone but surrounded with love and support from so many..May the Lord give you strength to get through the days, knowing Darius is flying high alongside yourfamily members who's watching over you all and always with you.God Bless

To my best friend I will miss you so much for all you ever done for me Gerald Sturdivant

praying for comfort and strength for the family.

Words cannot express the deep felt sympathy for the family!! Our prayers are with you always. Wallicia Baskerville and family

May peace be with the family now and forever

My Condolences and prayers to the Coleman Family.

My condolences to the Coleman family and all other families and friends. Praying for all.Gladys Day

Our condolences to the Coleman Family. Prince and Cylvia Thomas

Sending our heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family. Praying for strength and comfort during this time of sorrow. Jonathan Hardy & Wandra Singleton

My Sincere Condolences to the Coleman and Chavis Family Mary Selaine Garnes and family

Our prayers are with Rana Pearson and the Coleman Family during this time of bereavement. We pray the Lord will continue to give you strength every day and keep you in His loving care. Lovingly Submitted, Brunswick CCAP