Dan C. Coleman

Dan C. Coleman, who was born on September 27, 1957, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.

Funeral services will be held at 2 P.M. Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at Ward Wilson Funeral Home with Pastor Tim Bristow officiating. Burial will follow in Memory Hill Cemetery with Ward Wilson Funeral Home directing.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 12 to 2 P.M. Tuesday, prior to the service.

He lived a life marked by love, generosity, and kindness. He was known by all as “Poppy,” a title that reflected the deep affection his family and friends held for him and the joy he brought to those around him. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, brother-in-law and friend whose presence brought comfort, strength, and warmth to many.

Dan spent 40 years working for Michelin, where he was respected for his dedication, steady work ethic, and loyal service. His long career was a testament to his character and commitment.
Outside of work, Dan found joy in woodworking and landscaping.  He also had a servant’s heart, which was an example of his commitment and love for the Lord. If he saw a need or heard of a need, he was always willing to help. His kindness was not limited to words, but was shown through action, generosity, and a sincere desire to care for others. Dan’s generous heart got him into quite a few predicaments and gave him a lot of stories to tell. He had a dry sense of humor, but telling his tales was legendary among family and friends, especially his “chainsaw tale.”

Dan was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. J.C. and Dorothy Jean Coleman; his daughter, Amanda Coleman Hughes; and his brother, Ronald Lee Coleman.

He is survived by his wife, Glenda Roney Coleman; his son, Aaron Coleman and wife Anna; his brother, Berry Coleman and wife Lisa; his sisters, Gloria Myers and Diane Dean and husband Bobby; his son-in-law, Jon Hughes; his sister-in-law, Jeannie McGriff and husband Larry; his brother-in-law, Patrick Roney and wife Sally; his grandchildren, Hadley Hughes and Sophie Coleman; and several nieces and nephews. His love for his family was steady and unconditional, and he will be remembered for the devotion he showed to each of them.

He leaves behind a legacy of hard work, compassion, and family devotion that will continue to inspire all who were blessed to know him.

His memory will live on in the hearts of those he loved, in the lessons he taught by example, and in the many lives he touched through his kindness and care.

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