Floyd W. Coleman

March 20, 2015

Floyd W. Coleman, 80, of Pensacola, died Sunday, March 15, 2015. He was born in Enon, FL and graduated from Ernest Ward High School. Floyd served in the U.S. Army before a 30 year retirement from Bellsouth in 1987. While employed he was an active member of Telephone Pioneers and involved in community work.

Floyd was a devoted husband, father and follower of Jesus Christ. He was ordained into the ministry at Enon Baptist Church where he became interim pastor. After moving to Gonzalez in 1974 he became a member and a deacon at Gonzales Baptist Church. He was a 50 plus year member as 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason and a Shriner belonging to Hadji Shrine Temple Highlanders Unit. Floyd also volunteered his free time as a driver and transported children to and from the Shriners Hospitals for Children. Floyd owned and operated Gulf Breeze Propellers, Inc. He was truly one of a kind to many, all of whom have been deeply impacted by his loving, generous spirit and will never be the same without his presence in their lives. Floyd never hesitated to help anyone at any time whether a stranger, friend or family.

He was preceded in death by his son, Timothy Coleman; and his parents, John H. and Stella Coleman.

Floyd is survived by the love of his life of 50 years, Myrtle G. Coleman; son, Michael W. Coleman; sisters, Sharon “Bobbie” Dawson and Faye (Pete) Peterson; and grandchildren, Cam and Braidon Fredricksen.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 21, 2015, at Faith Chapel Funeral Home North with Rev. Ray Chewning officiating.

Burial will follow in Enon Baptist Church Cemetery.

Faith Chapel Funeral Home North is in charge of arrangements.

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