Capt. Charles G. Coleman, USNR (Ret)

Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Chuck was the fourth child of Charles George Coleman, Sr., and Alberta Elizabeth Claney. He graduated from Carnegie Tech and worked as a licensed civil engineer for a number of years. With the onset of World War II, he served as a naval officer and was involved in the invasions of France and Sicily. He eventually retired as Captain, USNR. The bulk of his government career was spent as a scientist, sitting on international military committees and serving as head of the verification branch of the U.S. Arms Control and Disarmament Agency. After retirement, Chuck earned a Ph.D. in theology and spent thirty years in full-time Christian work. He was a gifted teacher, writer, and counselor, speaking regularly at Clinton Community Chapel and later as pastor at Countryside Fellowship Church. In addition, he was a sought-after speaker at camps, youth retreats, and conferences. For many years, he served as the endorsing agent for military chaplains in the US armed services for the Plymouth Brethren Assemblies. He has three published books: The Shining Sword, Song of the Trumpet, and Divine Guidance: That Voice Behind You. Chuck was happily married to Katherine Elizabeth Pfaff for 61 years. He is survived by his wife; three children: Linda Coleman, Steve Coleman, and Becky Neil; six grandchildren: William and Linda Neil, and Adam, Daniel, Melanie, and Joseph Coleman; and two great-grandchildren: Stephen and Jonathan Coleman. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will award to me on that dayand not only to me, but also to all who have longed for his appearing." 2 Timothy 4:7-8