Florence M.

Coles

Florence Alexis Maclin Coles, 79, of Richmond, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Born October 10, 1946, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Andrew H. Coles Jr., and her parents, Pauline Paige Maclin and Alexander Maclin.

A 1965 graduate of Maggie Walker High School and Smithdeal Massey Business College, Florence married the love of her life, Andrew, in 1967. She accepted Christ at an early age and faithfully served at Ebenezer Baptist Church, Westwood Baptist Church, and later Saint James Baptist Church, where she was a Deaconess and member of the DC Jones Usher Board.

Florence retired from the Richmond Redevelopment & Housing Authority after more than 30 years as a dedicated secretary. She was known for her vibrant personality—witty, stylish, joyful, and unforgettable. To know Florence was truly to love her.

Surviving are her sons, Andrew "Scooby" Coles, III and Alexander "Alex" Coles; granddaughters Natavia and Lena-Alexis Coles; sister Sheila Maclin; niece, Kanika Hopkins; a host of cousins; other relatives; sister-in-law, Kathy Coffiel; longtime friends, Delores Branch, Jackie Cummings, Karen Jenkins, Mary Christopher, Sharon Broaddus, Joy Harper, Sandra Bush and Gloria Keith; dedicated neighbor, Edward Broaddus, Sr., and  many friends.

She will be deeply missed and forever cherished.

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, November 21, 2025. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 22 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Pastor Kevin Sykes officiating. Interment Westwood Baptist Church Cemetery. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhome.com