Mary Alma Coleman, 101, of Steubenville, Ohio died Friday, October 2, 2015 at the Inn at Wyngate, Weirton, WV. She was born in Steubenville, Ohio on April 25, 1914 the daughter of the late John William and Myrtle George Robertson. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband Rall W. Coleman, whom she married on July 12, 1940, brother Jack Robertson and a sister Dorothy Jordan. She graduated from Mount Union College in 1935 with a BA degree in education and started her career teaching in the Cross Creek Schools, and later retiring from the Steubenville School District where she taught at the high school level. Mary was past president of Steubenville Education Assn., and held membership with the Jefferson County Retired Teachers & Ohio Retired Teachers Associations. She was a faithful member of Starkdale Presbyterian Church and its womens group; 75-year member of La Belle Chapter O.E.S. #414 and 56-year member of Delta Kappa Gamma Honorary Society; and Kappa Delta Sorority and Panhellenic Society and Prime Time Senior Center. Mary is survived by her daughters Joyce (Gerald) Palmer of Steubenville and Mary Ann Coleman of Baton Rouge, LA; seven grandchildren, John (Fern) Palmer of Carbondale, IL, Mary Ann Freeze of Steubenville, Marc (Tracy) Alaia of Trafford, PA, Maria (Michael) Burke of Ambler, PA, Geoff Palmer (Alexandra Robertson) of Steubenville, Jennifer (Robert) Shearer of Denham Springs, LA and Benjamin (Julie) Kennedy of Alexandria, VA, and 15 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Road, Wintersville on Friday from 4 – 7 p.m. Additional visitation Saturday at Starkdale Presbyterian Church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of funeral services at 11 a.m. Rev. Dr. Philip Makari officiating. Private burial at Fort Steuben. O.E.S. #414 services Friday at 6:30 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Mary Coleman Scholarship Fund, Steubenville High School, 420 N. 4th Street, Steubenville, OH 43952 or Donor’s choice. The family would like to thank the doctors, staff and hospice caregivers at the Inn at Wyngate for the exceptional care and concern given to Mary during her admission.
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A MONET'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was ordered on October 9, 2015
09/03/2024
Cathy and John Weber
We send your our sincere condolences on your loss. Mary was always the youngest person at heart that we ever knew. It was a privilege to have taught with her and to have attended concerts with her. She was always a true and caring friend. Memories of Mary will brighten our lives always.
09/03/2024
Bob Becker
Joyce and MaryAnn, please accept my sincere condolences. Your mother was a wonder, unforgettable lady that is loved and respected by all whom she met.
09/03/2024
Sylvia Aperfine
Joyce and family, You have my deepest sympathy and prayers . She was such a sweet lady!
09/03/2024
Dan Herron
Mrs. Coleman was an inspiration to me and to my education. She, along with Miss Giles, two of my English teachers at Big Red (class of 1971), inspired me to be an English major in college. I eventually became and am a college professor now because of their instilling in me a love of learning and eventually a love of teaching. Mrs. Coleman's AP English class at SHS was one of the best classes I ever had, high school or college. I owe her a great debt of gratitude.
09/03/2024
Dianna & Don Vandeborne
So sorry about your Mom. She was a great lady and we loved her as did many. We are going to be out of town Friday and Saturday. I know she is at peace and in heaven with your Dad. Prayers for all of you.
09/03/2024
Gloria Renda
I remember one wonderful thing Mary did for the Literacy Council. the As a literacy volunteer Mary read to the children of expectant mothers at the Ohio Valley Hospital Mothers' Clinic and impressed upon the mothers the importance of reading to their babies in utero. She was a grand lady. May she rest in peace.
09/03/2024
Mr. and Mrs. John Matysiak and Son, Karl
With deepest sympathy on your loss. Lovely lady with a great sense of humor.
09/03/2024
Jo Ann Brettell Dunham
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on October 7, 2015
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Robert Midler
Mrs. Coleman was an exceptional person and teacher, who took her calling with a seriousness of purpose that is rare. She contributed a lot to Steubenville, SHS, and to my knowledge of language. She taught my English class junior year and my AP English senior year (1970-71). Please accept my condolences.
09/03/2024
steve seminara
Mrs. Coleman was my English teacher at SHS in the late 60's. She was an absolutely wonderful individual who cared so much for her students. Always a kind word and always very concerned about a student's progress. She never forgot a face! She sent me cards for the birth of my children and for my marriage. So sorry to hear of her passing. However, she did leave a wonderful and inspiring life.
09/03/2024
Dianne Curry Fenyk
My deepest sympathy to you o the loss of your Mom. I first knew Mrs. Coleman through you, Mary Ann (we were friends in Jr. high and I spent time at your home...your Mom was always very kind, thoughtful and made me feel she was truly interested in me as a person). I transferred to Big Red and was lucky to have Mrs. Coleman as my home room teacher - she made me feel welcome immediately. Even better was the opportunity to have her for an English teacher...because of Mrs. Coleman's influence I was an English Major. After 50 years, I am still grateful for the good fortune of having Mrs. Coleman in my life - what a special lady she was!
09/03/2024
MR & MRS BURKE D. SULLIVAN,JR.
YOUR MOM WAS SUCH A WONDERFUL LADY AND LONG TIME FRIEND LOVED BY ALL.SHE WILL BE MISSED A GENERATION THAT WILL NEVER BE SEEN AGAIN AND THAT COULD BE LOOKED UP TO FOR ANYTHING.SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND MAY YOUR FAMILIES HAVE COMFORT AND PEACE AS YOU HAVE A CELEBRATION OF LIFE FOR HER.OUR LOVE BURKE & POLLY SULLIVAN FAMILIES.
09/03/2024
John and Cathy Craig
Our sincere condolences to the family. Mary was a wonderful person and will be missed by everyone who knew her.
09/03/2024
Dave Nicholson and JCRTA
Dear Joyce, JCRTA and I are sad to hear of Mary's Passing. She will be missed. I won't be able come to the funeral home for visiting hours or Mary's Funeral. But I will be keeping you and the rest of Mary's Family in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely yours, Dave Nicholson, JCRTA President
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