Patricia “Pat” Ann Coleman, 74, peacefully ascended this life to rest on November 10, 2016 in Apopka, Florida.
Born December 19, 1941 in New Bedford Massachusetts, she was the first born daughter of the late Ellsworth R. Oliver, a descendant of the Ponkapoag Tribe, and the late Vera L. Tinsley. She lived most of her working life in Pensacola, Florida and retired from Pensacola Naval Air Station. She studied Sociology at both University of West Florida and Troy State. She was a generous supporter of the ASPCA and various other charities that helped save displaced and abused animals. She was a loving, devoted mother and daughter. Her laughter and gentle spirit will be greatly missed. She leaves to cherish her memory, daughter Kim Fennell (Anthony) of Apopka, FL., son Charles Coleman, Jr. (Karen) of Pensacola, FL.; seven grandchildren, Krytisha Labor, Kristie Coleman-White, Krychonda Baldwin, Kierra Coleman, Kiah Coleman, Anton Fennell and Andre Fennell; 4 great grandchildren; two sisters, Vera Price and Susan Flagg; one brother Ellsworth Oliver Jr.; Aunt Maggie Wilson; three nephews and two nieces; a host of other family and friends.
Memorial at Sea services will be held on December 3, 2016 in Clearwater, Florida
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name to: Pensacola Humane Society 5 N Q Street Pensacola, FL 32505
The family of Patricia Coleman wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the staff at the Hospice of The Comforter and Lorie Richardson for their caring support and prayers.