Thomas W. Coleman

Albany-Thomas W. Coleman, 74, passed away Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at Albany Memorial Hospital. Born in Albany, he was the son of the late Otis P. and Anna DeRusso Coleman. He is survived by his wife of almost 51 years, Ann R. Stickels Coleman, and his children Thomas W. Coleman, Jr, Daniel J. Coleman (Nancy Horn), Kathleen A. Church (Todd) of Avalon, PA and George C.P. Coleman. Grandfather of Joshua Church (Danielle) of Riverview, FL, Elizabeth, Rebekah, Rachel and Daniel Church of Avalon, PA. Thomas was predeceased by his brothers Otis Coleman, Jr and John Coleman, and his brother-in-law Frank Raiti. Survivors also include his siblings, Charles Coleman (Theresa), Dora Ann Raiti, Bertha Mae Papale (Joseph), Marilyn Wilson (Daniel), Rosemarie Valle (Anthony) and sisters-in-law Sylvia Coleman and Peg Coleman. Also survived by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and two sisters-in-law Grace Getze (Charles), Mary Maude (Alan) and their families. Thomas served his Country in the US Army. He retired as a Lieutenant from the Albany Fire Department, where he proudly served for almost 40 years. He served for many years on the Executive Board of the Albany Permanent Professional Firefighters Association, IAFF 2007, rising to the post of 1st Vice President and the Albany Firefighters Benevolent Association, last holding the post of President. He was a member of the Albany Permanent Professional Firefighters Retirees Association and the Breakfast Club at Joe’s. Funeral services Monday, March 19, 2012 at 10:00 am in the McVeigh Funeral Home, 208 North Allen Street, Albany. Relatives, friends, and fellow firefighters are invited and may call Sunday, March 18, 2012 4:00 to 7:00 pm in the funeral home. Interment Our Lady of Angels Cemetery. Those wishing to remember Mr. Coleman in a special way may send a contribution to the Albany Firefighters Widows and Orphans Fund, AFFCU 532 Central Ave., Albany, NY 12206. To leave the family a special message on their guest book, obtain a prayer card or directions, or share a photo or E-card with them, please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com

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Thomas W. Coleman

September 18, 1937 - March 14, 2012