Coleman Cain Markham Obituary
We bid farewell to Coleman Cain Markham of Wilson, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 18, 2025 at the age of 87. Coleman Cain touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Coleman Cain may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Daniel Coleman Markham and Gladys Cain Markham; and his wife Johnsie Russell Markham. He is survived by: his children, Russell Coleman Markham and Susan Markham Gregory; his son-in-law Kenneth Michael "Bo" Gregory; and his grandsons, Markham Hughes Gregory and Russell Banks Gregory.
Visitation will be held on Monday, July 21st 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Joyner's Funeral Home (4100 Raleigh Rd Pkwy W, Wilson, NC 27896). A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, July 22nd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the First Christian Church (207 Tarboro St NE, Wilson, NC 27893).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wilbanks Christian Church, c/o Mr. Sam Letchworth, 7337 Batts Road, Macclesfield, NC 27852.