Obituary of William I. Coleman

And if I go, while you’re still here… Know that I live on, Vibrating to a different measure -behind a thin veil you cannot see through. You will not see me, so you must have faith. I wait the time when we can soar together again, -both aware of each other. Until then, live your life to its fullest. And when you need me, Just whisper my name in your heart, …I will be there. William I. Coleman, 76 of Hobart, passed away early Wednesday morning, February 19, 2020 at Delhi Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Born on September 21, 1943 in Greene, NY, William was the son of the late Irving and Gertrude (McCombs) Coleman. He was a graduate of Whitney Point High School, received a bachelor’s degree from Cornell University and attended the University of Wisconsin in Madison for his post graduate education. William worked in the banking industry, first with NBT as an Ag-Representative and later as manager in South Otselic and Hobart. He retired as a Vice President of Stamford National Bank. Mr. Coleman was a member and past president of the Hobart Rotary Club, he was active in the Hobart Fire Department, a founding member of the Stamford Farmers Cooperative, was active in the Catskill Watershed Corporation and served as a director on the Watershed Agricultural Council, served as the Chairperson for the Hobart Village Zoning Board of Appeals and was an active member of the Hobart Presbyterian Church, where he served on the finance committee and as an elder. William loved his home, farm and animals. He was especially proud of his Belgian Draft Horses and his collection of refurbished antique tractors. He also enjoyed gardening and using his vegetables to make homemade soup for family and friends. He is survived by his wife: Barbara H. Coleman of Hobart; Children: Jason (Jill) Coleman of Delhi and Carrie (Tom) Campbell of Huntingdon Valley, PA; grandchildren: Jessica and Jared Coleman, Declan, Braden, Rowan and Kiernan Campbell; and one brother: Richard Coleman of Whitney Point. Friends and relatives are invited to call on the family from 4-7pm on Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at the MacArthur Funeral Home, 15 Buntline Drive, Stamford, where a service will follow at 7pm. A memorial service is scheduled at Countryside Christian Chapel, 42 Bull Creek Road, Itasca, NY at 11:00AM on Monday, February 24, 2020 with Pastor Bruce Glazier officiating. A committal service will occur in the spring in Greene, NY. In lieu of flowers contributions in memory of William may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Please visit www.macarthurfh.com to share a condolence with the Coleman family.