Born in Lebanon Oregon, October 19, 1943, Gary Coleman lived most of his life in Salem, Oregon. He graduated from North Salem High School.
Gary was a hard worker, loving husband, and amazing Father, he was also a generous friend to many.
He had a great love for 18 wheelers of all kinds and ran his own business Coleman Transport for many years. Solely taking on all of its responsibilities. When he wasn’t driving a truck, he was working on one.
At home he was loving and patient. Married to his first wife Susan having two children James and Cindy. Then on May 28th, 1984 he married Valerie who he spent the remainder of his life with, 29 wonderful years. Together having children Alvin, Marsha and Teresa. He is also survived by 17 grandchildren.
Gary will be dearly missed by many people. Though he is now with our Lord, he is always in our hearts.
Services will be held on Wednesday, August 14, 2013 at 1:00pm at Howell Edwards Doerksen Funeral Home.
