Robert Coleman

Robert (Shorty) Coleman, age 73, of California, Mo., peacefully passed away Sunday, July 5, 2015, at Moniteau Care Center. He was born May 14, 1942, in Moniteau County, son of W.F. (Bill) and Helen (Wiser) Coleman, who preceded him in death. Shorty loved his family and especially his grand kids. He loved family time and having the gang over for fish fries. He worked as a mechanic and a truck driver until his health declined. He worked for Sheriff Trucking, Byrn Wickam trucking and at last APAC. Survivors include: his wife, Aileen of the home; children, Tammy Coleman, Tina (Rick) Rogers, Laurie (Micah) Porter, Robbie (Tabitha) Coleman; grandchildren, Jesse Rogers, Blake Huff, Riley Allen, Jalyn Coleman; sister, LaNell (Crowbar) Pritchard; aunt, Lafawn Mock. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Ronald Coleman Services will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2015, at 7:00 p.m. at the Phillips Funeral Home Chapel. Visitation will be from 6:00 until service time also at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Local Food Bank or Moniteau Evangelical Cemetery. Online condolences may be left for the family at Phillipsfuneralhomecalifornia.com