Thomas J Coleman, III
November 3, 1948 - July 25, 2020
Thomas Joseph Coleman 71, fondly known as “Tim” by family and friends, departed his earthly life on July 25, 2020. Tim was born on November 3, 1949 in Chicago to Thomas Joseph and Patricia Jean (Jacobson) Coleman, the sixth child and first son of nine children. Tim attended St. Peter Canisius Grammar and Weber High schools. He then had a very successful thirty-year career as a Certified Public Accountant, after which Tim returned to school to fulfill a lifelong dream to teach. Tim earned his master’s from Roosevelt and Elmhurst Colleges, and taught in the Chicago and Indiana school systems up until the Covid-19 shelter in place orders. Tim is survived by his first love Carla, sister Maureen, brothers Terry and Christopher, many cousins, nieces, and nephews. He will be lovingly remembered for his big heart, sense of humor, and wry smile. Burns Funeral Home (Hobart) entrusted with arrangements. www.burnsfuneral.com.
Thomas Joseph Coleman 71, fondly known as “Tim” by family and friends, departed his earthly life on July 25, 2020. Tim was born on November 3, 1949 in Chicago to Thomas Joseph and Patricia Jean (Jacobson) Coleman, the sixth child... View Obituary & Service Information