Bryant Richard Coleman, age 40, passed away April 27,2021 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was born July 29, 1980 in Detroit, Michigan to Rosemary Coleman and Bryant Richard Burton. He graduated from Mumford High School where he participated in the ROTC program all four years. Upon graduating, he joined the United States Army and served three tours in Iraq while his career took him to Oklahoma, Texas and Korea before settling down in Colorado Springs in 2003. Bryant was medically retired from the Army in April 2014 after 13 years of service.
He married Becky Coleman October 17, 2003 and they have two children, Derrion and Brianna. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and video games. He also enjoyed watching sports and was a huge fan of the Detroit Lions. Despite his tall stature and tough demeanor, he was a favorite of all the fur babies in his life.
Bryant is survived by his beloved wife, Becky; son, Derrion; daughter, Brianna; mother, Rosemary; sister, Roleisha; grandmother, Lula; and uncle, John. He is also survived by his sisters-in-law, Wendy, Pam and Ginny; brothers-in-law, Mike, Chris W. and Chris H; nephew, Matthew; and his many nieces: Megan, Sami, Elizabeth, Nikayla, Nikole, Brooke, Rachael, Savannah and Nikyra.
He was preceded in death by his father, Bryant Richard Burton; grandparents, Pauline and John Coleman; and grandfather, Bryant Richard Jones.
Bryant was known for his infectious laughter and calming presence and will be missed dearly by his family and friends.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 10th at 10:00 AM at Shrine of Remembrance Funeral Home located at 1730 E. Fountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80910.
Sonia Ebanks
6 May 2021Homie I will miss you forever. I still remember the Eddie Murphy skit you laughed so hard about! “My shoe!” Lol! I will never forget you friend. You always had my back since our army days. Always had a laugh to share. R.I.P.
Vivian
6 May 2021Tears fill my eyes as I type this. It seems unreal. Although we hadn’t spoke in a little while, I knew all I had to do was hit him up and it would be like we talked just yesterday. Thank you Ms. Coleman for sharing your son with his other family (Fenkell/Mumford/ JROTC crew)! We have some funny crazy memories. He is deeply missed. Sending my love, hugs and prayers to his wife, kids, mom & sis. Love you Coleman!!
Tyrone Burks
8 May 2021My Emotions ran deep when i received the news about my brother . Bryan was more than a friend to me, and we shared some of my best high school years together in J.R.O.T.C. at Mumford high. Always cracking jokes, passionate as a man was Bryan ,when it came to anything involving brotherhood and teamwork he was first in line.
As I reflect back on our time together It was my pleasure to be around someone with the character of Bryan Coleman .
Kareem Collins
8 May 2021As a Highschool friend of Bryant’s its sad to hear we lost someone so special, he cared for all his friends like family. He had your back when you needed him most. Even now, he brings us together. To those he left behind, i send my deepest sympathy, may he live on in all of us forever.
Thomas L Taylor III (Fudge)
8 May 2021Smiles and laughs have never been short with you big bro! You found humor in ANY situation and that only comes from a joyous soul. That will never fade nor leave, so I rest well knowing you will always be loved, honored and with us. You are the friend every man needs, husband we aspire to be, father that can’t be duplicated, son that will always be cherished and brother to every soul you encountered! We love you Big Bro, we salute and will ALWAYS honor you. God bless your wife, mother, sister, your kids and family, thank you all for giving us this great man. LIVE ON KING BRYANT R. COLEMAN!
Michael-Frank King
8 May 2021So many words to say. So little space. So many stories not enough ears. As I think of Bryant Richard Coleman my “Day ONE!” FALL OF 95 First day at Mumford in JROTC we connected and never parted. I owe a lot of what is instilled in me to knowing you. Only guy I know wasn’t scared of anything except Ronald McDonald. Days I thought it was over for me you were there. I went to college came back for my granddad’s funeral you were back from basic and supported me, that’s when we found out we were cousins for real. I’m so sad yet happy that the times we shared helped us to become gentlemen, father’s, and husband’s. I always looked up to you. Thank you for taking me under your wing. My Day ONE! My guardian angel!
Anonymous
10 May 2021To my only brother, I will miss the jokes, the words of encouragement, my peacemaker, my first best friend . My real life hero!! I stuck to you like glue my entire life. I’ll miss that beautiful smile that would cheer anyone up. I’ll miss the random texts and calls. You’re with dad now and you two watch over us. The true definition of a all around great person.Detroit loves you!! Get your rest Big Guy! Love your baby girl Ro Ro? I am my brothers keeper
Leigh Traylor
10 May 2021You never know how much you miss someone until they are gone. Remembering his teddy bear demeanor and his brilliant smile.
Andrea Davis
10 May 2021In loving memory of Bryant Coleman,
When I came to 64th in 2007, Bryant was one of the first people I got along with and he was welcoming. Bryant was funny and nice and a genuine person. He was the kind of person that you can go to with a problem or if you needed to talk and not only would he give great advice, he would put a smile on your face. He was a great soldier and a wonderful human being. I will miss you man. God bless your soul Bryant and God bless the Coleman family.