Robert Michael Coleman

Robert Michael “Mike” Coleman, 70 of Spring, TX, passed away peacefully in his sleep at home on the eve of September 26, 2018. He was born May 25, 1948 in Frankfurt, Germany. He was baptized at Saint Luke Lutheran Church (Cheektowaga, NY) and confirmed at Magnus Church (Luther City of Worms, Germany). Mike was the son of the late Henry C. and Dorothy Rose (Martin) Coleman of Mineral Wells, TX. He was preceded in death by a brother, William “Bill” M. Coleman. He is survived by his daughter Kim Tomlinson, son-in-law David Tomlinson and three grandchildren, Ryan, Sarah & Houston Tomlinson. Also a brother Shaun Coleman, sister-in-law Ginger Coleman and nephew & niece Carter Coleman and Kaitlyn Coleman. Finally, another nephew & niece, Chad Eric Coleman and Brandi Rose (Coleman) Pallett. He also has numerous cousins both in the US and the UK. Mike graduated Mineral Wells High School in 1966, then attended Tarleton State College. He finished his studies at the University of Texas where he received his bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and a minor in Economics. He was an avid sports fan for the hometown boys: the Rockets, Astros & Texans (season ticket holder from the beginning) all captured his attention, as well as his alma mater Texas Longhorns. He also loved the outdoors and spent time hunting, fishing, camping, diving, skiing, gardening and golf. Mike was also the family historian and traced the Coleman family lineage back to the first settlers. His entire career was spent in computer science, working with early mainframes up through modern Cisco systems. Most recently, he spent 2004-2012 in the Middle East working as a civilian contractor for the Army in Kuwait and then the Marine Corps in Iraq & Afghanistan. Mike was responsible for keeping their communications up and running. Upon his return stateside, he then retired to build his house and spend time with family and friends. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held on October 19, 2018 at 2:00 pm with a reception to follow. The location is Woodlands First Church, 11801 Grogan's Mill Road, The Woodlands, TX 77380 (http://thewoodlandsfirst.org/). Dr. Bruce Webb will officiate. Please feel free to wear your favorite sports team jersey to the service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial in Mike’s name to Toys for Tots (https://www.toysfortots.org), the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation (https://www.mc-lef.org) or the Mighty Oaks Foundation (http://www.mightyoaksprograms.org). The Addison family and staff extend their condolences to the Coleman family.

Robert Michael Coleman

May 25, 1948 - September 26, 2018