Leo Cornelius Coleman, 89

Leo Cornelius Coleman, 89, of Kalispell passed away peacefully on Feb. 3, 2023.

Leo was born in Everett, Mass., on April 6, 1933 to Leo and Grace Coleman, and was raised in Revere, Mass. Leo graduated from Immaculate Conception High School in Revere, Mass. in 1951.

Leo served in Korea with the Air Force from 1953 to 1957 in communications and continued his service at Edwards Air Force base in California until 1961.

Leo loved his family and had many passions. He was a deeply passionate patriot and loved his country. He adored animals … especially dogs, so much so that he started a dog walking service in his retirement years to help others who were unable to do so. Leo also loved deep sea fishing. He especially enjoyed fishing with his children and grandchildren. Leo had many stories about his experiences which people loved to hear.

Leo is survived by his daughter, Teresa Thorp (George) of Kalispell; son, Paul Coleman (Cindy) of Bakersfield, Calif.; son, John Davis (Carrie) of Battle Ground, Wash.; as well as seven grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the humane society or the ASPCA.

Friends are encouraged to visit our website at www.buffalohillfh.com to leave notes of condolences for the family. Buffalo Hill Funeral Home and Crematory caring for the family.