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Obituary For Cathy Coleman

Mrs. Cathy Clash Coleman was born on September 15, 1961 in Washington , DC, to the union of the late Mrs. Sara Jane Mundy Clash and Mr. Lemuel Clash. Mrs. Coleman entered into eternal rest on the evening of Friday, April 3, 2020 at Greenwich Hospital in Greenwich Connecticut, following a year long brave battle with breast cancer. Mrs. Coleman graduated from the prestigious Saint Catherine’s High School in Richmond Virginia in 1979. Mrs. Coleman then enrolled into Howard University in 1979 where she met her college sweetheart, Mr. James R. Coleman. Mr. & Mrs. Coleman were married on June 2, 1984 at Rankin Chapel on the campus of Howard University and were married for 36 years until the time of Mrs. Coleman’s passing. During Mrs. Coleman’s attendance at Howard University, she pledged the Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. Mrs. Coleman graduated with honors from Howard University in 1984 with a Bachelors Degree in Chemical Engineering. Following her graduation from Howard University, Mrs. Coleman worked for Dow Chemical Corporation and then she was enrolled into Brooklyn Polytechnic's School of Polymer Sciences as a Graduate Student. Mrs. Coleman received her Masters Degree with honors from Brooklyn Polytechnic Institute in 1985. Mrs. Coleman relocated to Maryland with her husband to build their first home in Laurel Maryland where she was later employed as a scientist at NASA’s Goddard Space Lab. Mrs. Coleman then attended the University of Michigan where she graduated with honors with a Masters Degree in Business in 1992. Upon earning her Masters Degree from the University of Michigan, Mrs. Coleman joined Oracle Corporation as a Sales Consultant where she enjoyed a career of over 28 years of service. Mrs. Coleman enjoyed her memberships in the Westchester Rockland County Alumni Club and the ZNO Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Mrs. Coleman enjoyed entertaining friends and family at her beautiful home in Scarsdale, NY and she will always be remembered as a classy, generous happy host. Along with her husband, James, Mrs. Coleman leaves to mourn her passing by her “Special Sister”, Ms. Diane Mundy Gilbert (Washington, DC), her aunt, Ms. Hattie Mundy (North Carolina) and a host of loving cousins and friends from North Carolina, Washington DC., Maryland, New York and across the Nation.

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Cathy was one of my favorite engineering colleagues and friends at Goddard Space Flight Center about 1988-89. She was my lunch time jogging buddy and kindly jogged slowly to match my pace. She was beautiful, kind, gracious and smart. I just saw her online obituary and am so sad to learn of her passing. James, I send my deepest condolences. From Ellen Sen

Cathy Coleman was my best friend. I can't begin to talk about all of the amazing moments we shared and dinners we had together. Eating out will never be the same. Thank you, Cathy, for showing me that family isn't always whom you are related to; but moreso whom you gravitate to. You will never be forgotten.

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I will always remember Cathy with a huge heart and and quick smile, we had a lot of laughs traveling together. My deep condolences to her family and loved ones. Mary Lovoi

Soror Cathy, you were such a delight. Always smiling and friendly. I will miss your vibrant personality. I ask that Jim receive God's comfort, grace and peace. Juanita Bethea

I just worked with Cathy on a project at Oracle in March 2020. She was a joy to work with and very professional. Many condolences to the family.

I worked with Cathy during her brief tenure at Air Products. She was one of the brightest engineers, in a company filled with very people. She was cool people, very easy to talk to, and a good person with whom to "hang." She enjoyed the respect of everyone who had the privilege to know her. - Prentis Hall

It was with sadness that I recently received notification of your husband and our valued alumna Cathy Coleman's passing. I am writing to extend my deepest sympathy on behalf of the New York University Tandon School of Engineering and the Polytechnic Alumni Association. She will be missed by all those whose lives she touched. Again, please accept my condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.
Sincerely, Jelena Kovacevic William R. Berkley Professor and Dean at NYU Tandon School of Engineering

I had the privilege of working with Cathy for many years at Oracle. Always prepared, professional and smiling. She will be deeply missed!
Mark Mandeville Oracle

Cathy was the consummate professional and valued member of many Oracle sales pursuits. With expert product knowledge and her relaxed approach to customer conversations, she always added credibility and care to engagements. Cathy will be missed by many. I will miss my friend and colleague. Much love and comfort to Cathy's family. Marie Hiraoka, Oracle Account Manager

I went to St. Catherine's with Cathy. I remember her as a lovely person who always had a quick smile on her pretty face whenever she greeted anyone. She was a pleasure to go to school with and be around. Sending prayers and condolences to her family. I am so sorry for your loss. Melissa Hungerford Harrison

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. Proverbs 3:5 Our continued prayers are with the Coleman, Clash, Mundy, Page and connected families. Cathy was a beautiful and loving person who has always expressed a very warm and pleasant personality when in the presence of others. From my observation during her early young adult years, she seemed to be an example of someone who demonstrated the Fruit of the Spirit. Family, may God be with you and comfort you-- may his face shine upon you and give you peace. --Lovingly submitted, (Soror) Carol Page and Family, Lumber Bridge, NC