Thomas J. Coleman III of Holland passed away on Thursday, June 23, 2016 at his home. His loving wife and children were by his side. He was 77.

Thomas was the beloved husband of Elaine McMullen Coleman for 49 years.

Born in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Thomas J. II and Agnes Gertrude Coleman (nee Mullen). He is also pre-deceased by one brother and one sister.

Thomas was a car enthusiast with a particular affinity for American and classic muscle cars. A member of the United Autoworkers Union, he was a tool and die maker, having worked with General Motors for over 17 years. He was a veteran of the US Army.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughter, Christine M. Rynkiewicz (Stanley); son, Thomas J. IV; granddaughter, Alexis Abrams, and two brothers. He was eagerly awaiting the arrival of his first grandson in October.

Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing on Monday, June 27, 2016 from 6 to 8 PM at the Joseph A. Fluehr III Funeral Home, 800 Newtown-Richboro Rd. (at Holland Rd.), Richboro, PA 18954, and on Tuesday, June 28, 2016 from 9 AM until his Funeral Mass 10 AM at St. Bede the Venerable Church, 1071 Holland Rd., Holland, PA 18966. Interment will take place at St. Dominic Cemetery, Phila, PA.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice.