Gerald Rodney Coleman , 61, of Fredericksburg, VA, was affectionately known by many as "Baby Boy." On Sunday, September 3, 2023, God extended his mighty hand of love and gently took him to a home of joy, peace, and happiness. He was born on May 27, 1962, to late Deacon Paul R. Coleman, Sr. and Dorothy E. Coleman-Marshall.

He accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and joined Bethlehem Baptist Church, under the late Reverend Dr. Samuel Carter. He received his education from Spotsylvania Public Schools.

Gerald displayed his zealous characteristics whereas he could meet anyone on the street and strike up a conversation. He was a kind, friendly, very passionate person and always had a loving heart to care for others and his community.

Gerald worked numerous jobs, but he always had a passion for cooking and serving others. He worked as a cook in the Bruce Mess Hall at the Quantico Marine Corp Base in Quantico, Virginia. He also landed a job at Ryan Homes as a carpenter in Fredericksburg, Virginia. From 2004 to 2006, he worked as a custodial at Thornburg Middle School, Spotsylvania, Virginia during the day while cleaning and he would walk, talk and laugh with students while working and many times he would see his nephew, K.J. (Keith Jr.) and niece, (Kristian), while working and would laugh and joke with them.

He was very talent and had an extraordinary eye for beautification. He spent many hours outside working and cutting grass at his momma and his brother Paul's home. He was always willing to serve his community by helping others with painting inside and outside, cutting their grass and trimming trees, bushes to make thing beautiful to include beautified Bethlehem Baptist Church. He also was the neighborhood "go-to" man for any small home projects to include fixing on small car engines.

Gerald was preceded in death by his devoted father, Deacon Paul R. Coleman, Sr.

Gerald leaves to cherish his memories by his daughter, Geraldine Feaster, Arlington, Virginia; his mother, Dorothy E. Coleman-Marshall; three sisters, Audrey R. (Charles) Garnett, Spotsylvania, Virginia, Darlene D. Cook, King George, Virginia, and Marlene M. Bailey (Richard), Kensington, Maryland; one brother, Paul R. Coleman Jr., Spotsylvania, Virginia; three aunts, Susie Bell, Lucille Jackson, and Vernell Jackson; one fond cousin, Ralph (Angie) Jackson; many nieces, and nephews; and a host of other relatives, and friends.

A viewing will be held at A.L. Bennett and Son Funeral Home on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at 10:00 AM followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM. The interment will be held at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens.