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“I love you uncle don you was a great dad and uncle. You always looked out for me and tiff for are best interest. Gave us advice and always wanted us...Read More »
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1 of 14 | Posted by: Janell ladesha austin tuft - IL
“Sorry to hear about your lost. Stay strong and put everything in God hands love you Tiphanie. stephanie asemota
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2 of 14 | Posted by: Stephanie Asemota - Montgomery, IL
“I want to send my condolences to my best friend family. I was heartbroken when she told me the news. I just knew when she had called me she was...Read More »
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3 of 14 | Posted by: Janaleta (Jamie) Davis (Tiffanie's Best Friend) - IL
“YOUR DAD WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED FOR HIS SPECIAL WAY OF MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE YOUR DAD WILL BE WARMLY...Read More »
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4 of 14 | Posted by: Richard & Rose Taylor - OH
“I would like to send my condolences to the Coleman-Young family during this difficult time. Don was a fun and very kind hearted person that will...Read More »
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5 of 14 | Posted by: Shavon Ingram 
- Atlanta, GA
“Love You always
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6 of 14 | Posted by: Briana - Chicago - God daughter
“All I can say is I'm going to miss you and my father. You both made some big impacts in my life and I am glad to have had you both in my life. I...Read More »
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7 of 14 | Posted by: Briana Drew - Chicago, IL
“I still can't believe you are gone, I know that you aren't in anymore pain and that you are at peace. It's funny how people meet and the effect they...Read More »
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8 of 14 | Posted by: Ellie Strivingtobethebestagain Vinnett - IL
“He always had a smile, he laughed and always carried good conversation and was fun to be around...Don was a very down to earth, friendly, outgoing...Read More »
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9 of 14 | Posted by: Delecia (Lisa) Gaines - Cleveland, OH
“As you grieve please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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10 of 14 | Posted by: ShaRon L Gardner - Dekalb, IL
“May God be with Don and he rest in peace, I am going to miss him.
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11 of 14 | Posted by: Mr. Mrs. Michael & Sharon oakley
“To my best friend - a large piece of me will forever be gone. Thank you for leaving me with three wonderful gifts Tiffanie, Madisyn and your...Read More »
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12 of 14 | Posted by: Marjorie Coleman - Elkhart, IN
“My heart and prayers are with my family during this time of mourning yet there is a Comforter in our Heavenly Father who loves us unconditionally.
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13 of 14 | Posted by: Eunice Frazier - Blue Island, IL
“The Staff of the Hallinan Funeral Home Wish to Express Our Deepest Sympathy to You and Your Family at this time
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14 of 14 | Posted by: Hallinan Funeral Home - IL
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Today, we celebrate and remember the life of our loved one, Donald Lavrae Coleman. Donald entered this life on August 7, 1962 and from that moment on he brought joy to all who came in contact with him. He learned to love and enjoy the life that was set before him from elementary school through high school and beyond. He had a love for sports and participated in baseball and bowling with many trophies
to display. He even had a love for dancing and was known by the nickname "Hollywood". In 1987 Donald Coleman was united in marriage to Marjorie Austin and from that union one child was born, Tiffanie Marie Coleman. As a husband and father, Donald learned responsibility and all the ups and downs that come along with it, yet he endured it all. He soon learned that he needed
help and looked to the only one that could help him - Jesus Christ. Donald accepted Christ as his Saviour and began a
new journey of life with Christ. Donald departed this life on July 25,2012 after a hard battle with cancer. Through it all he remained upbeat and
continued to encourage others. Donald leaves behind to cherish his memory his parents John and Mae Young (biological father - Perry Coleman
deceased), former wife Cathy Johnson, former wife Marjorie Austin-Coleman. Children: Tiffanie Coleman (Darius), Dexter Diggins, Twana Cooper-Coleman. Siblings include: Bill Frazier, John Young, Jr., Diane Young, David Young (Edith), Derrick Young, Deborah Young (deceased), Perry
Coleman, Jr., Kevin Coleman (Della), and Dwayne Coleman. Aunts: Judith Coleman, Barbara Holt, and Diane McCurry as well as a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and numerous friends who loved him and a very special blessing - Newborn Granddaughter Madisyn Marie Henry born 7/26/12. Also a very special thank you to Elina (Ellie) Vinnett and Eunice Reed for all of the help and support you gave to Donald..
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August 01, 2012