Coleman, Marie Ellen's Obituary
Marie Ellen Coleman, 93, of Wildwood, FL passed away Monday, June 23, 2025. She was born July 18, 1931, in Flint, MI to Frederiek E. and Hazel E. (nee Cobb) Palmateer.
Graduated from Kearsley High School in 1950.
On July 28th of 1951, she married the love of her life, Keith.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers: Richard and Nelson Palmateer.
She is survived by her loving husband of 74 years, Keith C. Coleman, Daughter Sherry & Herb Hoover, Son Ronnie Coleman & partner Janice, Daughter Tami Coleman, Son Darren Coleman, sister, Evelyn Delbridge; 7 Grandchildren, 12 Great Grandchildren, 2 Great-Great Grandchildren.
She was known for her love of photography, becoming known as 'Connie Kodak'. An avid reader and Sudoku player. She worked at AC Sparkplug for ten years, in Flint, Michigan. She was a devoted Wife & Mother. Then in August of 1971, the family moved to Lake Carmel, New York where she opened her own cleaning business named M.E. Cleaning and was in business for 15 years. Then in 1994, Marie & Keith moved to Wildwood, Florida, where they still reside to this day.
Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life Memorial service will be held 12:00 pm Thursday, July 3rd at Banks/Page-Theus Funeral Home 410 Webster St. Wildwood, FL.
The Family would like to extend their gratitude to all employees of Cornerstone Hospice.
The Interment will take place at Flint Memorial Park Cemetery, in Mt. Morris, Michigan, too be announced.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate any gift cards for Keith to use for future lunches or dinners.
Online condolences may be left by visiting https://www.bankspagetheus.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Banks/ Page-Theus Funerals and Cremations, Wildwood, Florida.
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