Mr. Lnng Coleman

Celebrating The Life Of Lnng Coleman: Lnng Coleman was born to the union of Henry Coleman and Olevia Webster Coleman on May 10, 1941 in Detroit, MI. Lnng was a charismatic, charming, handsome, intelligent and hospitable man. At times, he gave more than he received in return. Lnng Coleman received his high school diploma from Romulus Senior High School in 1959. There he participated in Track, the Latin Club and was the first African American to join the Debate Club. He continued his education at Ferris State University eventually transferring to the University of Detroit where he earned his Bachelor of Arts Degree on April 29, 1972. Lnng completed his Master of Science in Administration Education Leadership on December 18, 1999, awarded through Madonna University. He also earned his second master's degree from University of Phoenix at 58 years young. Lnng enjoyed participating in numerous organizations over the course of his life, such as Kiwanis Club, Lions Club, Masonic Lodge, the Elks, bowling leagues, and the Romulus Democratic Club. He was one of the last authors of the City of Romulus’ Charter, serving on its Commission, before he was no longer able to serve. Lnng was one of the first African-American Councilmen and Trustee for the City of Romulus. Lnng was the first proprietor of an African American Motorcycle Funeral Escort Service. He was elected to the National Board on Child Care. At Oakland University, Lnng became the Vice President for the Child Care Coordination Committee. He was involved in Child Care Coordination of America and Proprietor of 5 Cities Child Care Centers operating on Wayne County Community College campuses when they opened. He was an educator in Inkster Public Schools as well as Detroit Public Schools. He taught at Southwestern H. S. for 16 years and retired teaching at Northern H. S. He also served as a Chief Union Steward while working for Detroit Public Schools. He relished working with children and individuals with special needs. For many young men and women without fathers, he was viewed by them, and others as everybody’s Dad. Those who knew him recognized him as a Jack of Many Trades. Lnng was known for giving rides to anyone who was interested in accepting a ride on any of his motorcycles. He enjoyed road trips, swimming, working with people in municipal government, making friends and celebrating life before becoming ill. As he was never one who lacked commentary, he was interviewed three days before making his transition. When asked if he had any regrets in this life, or if there was anything he’d change? He replied, “I wouldn’t change a thing, I enjoyed every minute of life. I watched how hard my mother and father worked all their lives and got shorted.” He was asked, what would his last words be to his children? He replied, “Know who you are, where you are going and have the right attitude. Work hard, make your mark in this life and let them know you were here. Be careful who you help because I’ve never called in any of my markers, that means I’ve helped a lot of people and helped put them in position, but where are they when I need them now?” When asked, what accomplishments made him proud? He replied, “Every time I got one of those awards from the City of Romulus, or from teaching Special Needs Programs, I got excited, as long as they spelled my damn name right,” and he smiled. Lnng lived life to its fullest!

Mr. Lnng Coleman

May 10, 1944 - January 6, 2017