Ernestine Glisson Coleman, age 88, of Lumberton, passed away Saturday, May 19, 2018, at Woodhaven Nursing Center in Lumberton. She was born February 11, 1930 in Davenport, FL to the late Rev. and Mrs. Bernis Miller and Frances Justice Glisson, who formerly pastored East Lumberton Baptist Church. Ernestine served as secretary of East Lumberton Baptist Church and was formerly employed as bookkeeper for Robeson Office Supplies and, later, Prevatte Auto Parts. She was receptionist for Robeson County Manager's Office as well. Additionally, she was a dedicated member of Godwin Heights Baptist Church for 4o years and also a member of the Professional Business Women's (PBW) Association.

In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband, J.P. Coleman, Jr. and two brothers: James Glisson and George Glisson

She is survived by two sons: James "Bernie" Coleman and wife Linda of Lumberton and Rev. David "Ernie" Coleman and wife Gayla of Sevierville, TN; a daughter, Lynette C. O'Callaghan and husband Tim of Wilmington; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at 11:00 AM at Meadowbrook Cemetery with Rev. Brian Woodall officiating. Following the funeral, the family will receive friends briefly at the graveside.