Roy Lee Coleman Obituary in Jackson at Service By COLLINS

Obituary For Roy Lee Coleman

Roy Lee Coleman

Sunrise: January 20, 1966 / Sunset: September 15, 2022

Service: Friday, September 23, 2022 at 1:00 PM, at Brownhill M.B. Church 120 Brownhill Road, Florence, MS 39073 Pastor James A. Washington, Jr., Officiating

Mr. Roy Lee Coleman was born January, 20, 1966, to the late Lee Dora McNair Lewis. He was the tenth of twelve children.

Roy grew up and lived in Florence all his life. He attended Florence High School where he was a star football player. The hard work and dedication landed him a football scholarship to Alcorn State University. He was part of the Alcorn Braves football team as an Offensive Lineman and Linebacker from 1984-1989. Roy was preceded in death by his mother, Lee Dora McNair Lewis; his sisters, Malinda Lewis, and Ernestine Williams; brother-in-law, Spurgeon Williams.

Roy leaves to cherish his memories five brothers: Allen Wade, Alvin (Hope) Wade, Scott Coleman, Elvis (Gwen) Wade and Jamie (Angela) Coleman, his primary caretaker. Three sisters: Allean (Rev. Gregory) Willis, Sallie Johnson, Essie Wade. A special nephew who assisted with his care, David “Bo” Lewis, an adoring niece, Kandis Lewis. A host of other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

Collins Funeral Home, Inc. Directors in Charge

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Sorry for the loss of your family member . In Christian love Laura Brannon class of 1990 Florence high school

Our most sincere condolences to the Wade and Coleman families. We will continue to pray for comfort for the families and friends of Roy.
Bruce and Jackye Bender

Dear Elvis & Family, God is our ever-present help and strength when we are dealing with the heartbreak of losing our loved ones and all of life's other issues. We are praying for your comfort and sending you our love. The Florence High School Class of 1978.