James Emory Coleman III's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Mechanicsville, Virginia

James Emory Coleman III

June 6, 1946 - October 18, 2025 (79 years old)

Mechanicsville, Virginia

James Emory Coleman III's obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Mechanicsville, Virginia

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James Emory Coleman III

June 6, 1946 - October 18, 2025 (79 years old)

Mechanicsville, Virginia

James Emory Coleman III Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Emory Coleman III (Mechanicsville, Virginia), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James Emory left this world on October 18, 2025 at the age of 79, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Mildred Coleman and Jim Coleman; and his brothers-in-law, Lloyd Hicks and Jimmy Hiner. He is survived by: his wife Cecelia Smith Coleman (Cely); his children, James E. Coleman, IV (Stacy) and Brooke Coleman Wick (Cameron); his grandchildren, Coleman, Ellie and Jack Wick; and his sisters, Catherine Hicks and Ann Hiner.

A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, October 28th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Historic Polegreen Church (6411 Heatherwood Dr, Mechanicsville, VA 23116).

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Good Doctors Foundation (http://www.gooddoctorsfoundation.org), Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center (http://www.masseycancercenter.org), or the charity of your choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Affinity Funeral Service



Tue

Oct 28

Celebration of life

11:00 AM

Historic Polegreen Church
6411 Heatherwood Dr, Mechanicsville, VA 23116

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