Laura L. Coleman, 52, of Long Branch departed this life on June 2, 2025 at Monmouth Medical Center surrounded by loved ones.
Born in Long Branch, NJ on October 1, 1972; she was a lifelong resident of the Shore area. Prior to retirement due to health issues Ms. Coleman attended Brookdale Community College, was employed in the food industry and Monmouth County Racetrack. She always opened her doors to anyone in need whether it be for food or money. Affectionally known as
"Dollie" she would always speak her mind to let you know how she felt unapologetically. When asked by her children, what they will miss the most, collectively, they shared missing her nurturing spirit, love for music, and daily calls to say, "I love you, even if no one told you today."
She was predeceased by her mother Laura Coleman, father Willie Yarbrough & maternal grandmother Edith "Momma" Holmes.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory: 2 daughters Sharice Coleman and Shateara Bland, Brick; 1 son Gregory Washington, Jr.; sister Edith Holmes, Vineland; 4 brothers George Davis, Clifford Johnson, William Coleman, Long Branch, Daryl Coleman, FL as well as a host of other siblings, family, and friends.
A heart of gold stopped beating..
Hard working hands now rest.
This has been one of life’s challenges,
But they do say, God only takes the best.
You leave behind a legacy.
So great, its beyond measure,
Hearts full of beautiful memories
So precious that they will treasure.
You have been life’s greatest blessing
A good friend to all that you knew
We take great comfort in knowing that
We are proud to have been a part of you.
God bless you Laura. Cheers to you!
Laura, all you ever talked about was how you loved your kids your mother and family. You’d always have a face as if you were mad at the world ready to snap in a heartbeat until the day you walked into second Baptist church and gave your life to Christ, your testimony I’ll never forget you came in the church crying out to go God and that day was the greatest day of your life, yes you have children and family whom you love dearly but because of that day you declared you needed God and wanted him to be your lord and savior all I remember was tears rolling down my face because we all came in beat up by world because of our imperfections but God all of heaven rejoice that day because scripture tells us if anyone give their life to Christ all of heaven rejoices so my sister in Christ there is one thing I know as you leave this world behind, I know I will see you again in the heavens because you are one Gods children, I witness you give your life Christ and that was the greatest day of your life because your next life you will be perfect all of heaven knows your name it is written in the lambs book of life hallelujah I pray for your children cherish hugs and blessings to you may the family know that she is resting in peace that’s what our God has promised her until he comes again their is a crown and a white gown waiting for her when we all get there. God bless you my sister rest until I see you again. ( she is one of Gods own!) I’m a witness