DeVerne “Vern” D. Colemen of Kansas City, MO passed away on Saturday, December 3, 2022 with his family by his side. He was 90 years old.
Born in Columbus, OH on September 30, 1932, DeVerne previously lived in Los Angeles, CA, Norristown, PA and Park Ridge, NJ. Vern served his country in the U.S. Air Force as a Morse code operator during the Korean War and later attended The Ohio State University. He worked as a computer programmer at TWA, and later a Director of Data Systems at PARS/Worldspan. In between working for TWA and Worldspan, he owned an Apple computer store, Computers A.S.P. in Kansas City North.
Vern was a devoted husband who loved traveling the world with his wife of 55 years; Jeannette and their 2 children. He had a love of horses and thoroughbred racing, realizing his dream of attending the Kentucky Derby. A devoted Ohio State Buckeye fan, DeVerne enjoyed watching everything Ohio State, especially football. In his later years, he was an avid reader and writer.
One of 9 children, DeVerne was predeceased by his wife, Jeannette, parents, Joseph and Lillian, his brothers, Joseph, Everett and Harold and sisters: Joyce, Patricia and Shirley. He is survived by his two children: DeVerne Coleman (Debbie) of Kansas City, MO and Jeninne Coleman of Kansas City, MO; two brothers: Bob and Greg; his sister, Phyllis and one grandchild, DeVerne Derrick.
A Celebration of Vern’s life will be held from 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., Saturday, December 17, 2022 at Meyers Northland Chapel in Parkville, MO. In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions are suggested to the American Diabetes Association, Alzheimer’s Association or the American Heart Association. Memories of DeVerne and condolences to the family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com.
“TO HONOR A VETERAN”
Thank you Vern for serving our country. Because of your service you have given each and everyone of us are freedom.
God bless you for keeping our country safe and for all the sacrifices you have made for our country for me and for all of us.
LINDA PETERSON
WIFE OF A (DECEASED) UNITED STATES ARMY VETERAN
As a very young child I spent family time with my Uncle Deverne on a regular basis because I lived with my parents in his mother’s home( my grandmother) He was always very kind and loving to me, except when he scared me with playful growling dog sounds 😊💙. I will be forever indebted to him for his kindness to me and for supporting my father when he was ill ( while living in FLA) as well as when he was later unable to function independently while living in MO. .I still hold dear the letters and notes he sent me , updating me on my dad’s condition. I so admired that while at TWA, Uncle D traveled the world with his family and his mother. I loved talking all things Ohio State Buckeyes with him and “ Uncle D, once a Buckeye always a Buckeye.” It was always crystal clear that you loved your Lord Jesus Christ with all of your heart. May you rest In His bosom with perfect peace.
I love you and miss you already .
My Prayers are with the family for the peace that passes all understanding.
I am so sorry to hear of Deverne’s death. He attended Park Hill Baptist Church where I pastored for many years. He was an interesting man in so many way. I know he will be missed.
To DeVern’s family expressing my deepest sympathies. I remember him working in the Computer Operations Department at TWA. He was outgoing and conducted interesting conversations all the time. Praying that you have many happy memories to help sustain you through this period of grief. God bless and keep you.
I am so sorry to hear this. John and I worked with Vern at TWA and Worldspan. He was such an interesting and pleasant and funny guy. I enjoyed conversations with him always and have very warm and loving thoughts remembering our times at TWA and Worldspan. Our sincere condolences go to Vern’s family. He will be greatly missed.
So sorry to hear this sad news. I worked with Vern for several years at TWA, PARS and Worldspan. My condolences to Vern’s family and friends.
Marissa Johnson and Ann Johnson send our condolences you will be missed greatly.