Carolyn Emma

Coleman

Carolyn Emma Coleman, of Richmond, departed this life on December 11, 2025. She was born on December 26, 1940 in Richmond, Virginia to the late Thomas Morgan and Corianne Stewart Morgan.

She received her formal education in Richmond City Public Schools and graduated from Maggie L. Walker High School. As a young adult, she began her career at Johnston-Willis Hospital and later joined Richmond Community Hospital in 1980. She faithfully served there until her retirement in 2005.

In 1953, Carolyn became a devoted member of Trinity Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia. She shared her gift of song as a member of both the Women's Choir and the Mass Choir, lifting her voice in praise and service.

Carolyn was a loving, warm-hearted and gentle soul. Though small in stature, she was truly a giant in life. In her home, you walked the chalk line and stayed in position not out of fear, but out of respect for the strength and order she carried with grace. She was always willing to help family and friends through hard times and difficult situations, offering support, wisdom and unwavering love.

Throughout her life, Carolyn faced sicknesses and ailments with remarkable determination, overcoming each challenge with courage. She delighted in sharing stories of her childhood in Richmond, painting vivid memories that brought joy to those listened. She had a special way of making everyone feel valued right down to the delicious strawberry bread she baked from the heart.

Left to cherish her memory are her devoted son, Randall K. Coleman; daughter-in-law, Patricia Brown-Coleman; two brothers, Angelo Morgan and Thomas Frank Morgan; sister, Marian Christian; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends who will miss her deeply.

Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Friday, December 26, 2025. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, December 27 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Interment Forest Lawn Cemetery. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhome.com

Her life was a testament to strength, kindness and love. Her presence will be forever remembered and her spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew her.