Keith Lamont Coleman

Keith Lamont Coleman was born on May 30, 1952, in Alexandria, Virginia, to Hannah Coleman and William Ross.

A graduate of George Washington High School's Class of 1971, Keith represented an era of Alexandria built on hard work, loyalty, and strong family ties. Shortly after graduation, he began a remarkable career with the United States Postal Service, where he dedicated 43 years of service as a Mail Handler.

Keith believed life was meant to be enjoyed. He loved traveling, especially to the Caribbean. Among his favorite destinations were Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic. He loved cars; everyone knew him for his love of 280ZX's with his personalized license plate, 1 KC Z. He was a quiet man who shunned the spotlight. He had a small circle of lifelong friends. If he invited you into his life, you could consider yourself lucky. After his retirement, he enjoyed playing Pokeno on Friday nights with a close circle of friends.

And then there was football.

Keith was an unapologetic fan of the Dallas Cowboys. While living in Redskin country, he proudly stood his ground year after year, season after season. It was nothing like the Cowboys for him. Friends and family knew better than to start a football conversation unless they were prepared to hear him talk about them Cowboys.

Above all else, Keith cherished his family. He was a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend whose love and guidance were apparent in every interaction.

He leaves to cherish his memory his daughter, Nichelle Wilburn; four grandchildren, Jazmin Wilburn, Markia Thompson, Eboni Thompson, and Justin Thompson; two great-granddaughters, Myla Pope and Journi Wilburn. He is also survived by his brother, Marcus Ross, and sister, Deidre Ross; his Uncle Cecil Ross (Towanda); his Aunts Shirley Smith, Carlotta Parker, Norma Williams, and Victoria Robinson (Barbara); two nieces; a host of cousins; and his special Pokeno friends.

On July 7, 2026, Keith transitioned unexpectedly in Fort Washington, Maryland. Though his physical presence is no longer with us, his spirit lives on through the family he loved, the friendships he nurtured, and the countless memories he created throughout a life well lived.

Keith is reunited in eternal rest with his father, William Edward Ross; his mother, Hannah Coleman; his sister, Patricia Coleman; and his brother, Jeffery Coleman.

Keith Lamont Coleman's legacy is one of laughter, loyalty, hard work, and Alexandria pride. He taught those around him the value of showing up, speaking your mind, loving your people, and enjoying life along the way. While his family and friends will miss him deeply, they will also remember the stories, the jokes, the conversations, and yes—the endless defense of the Dallas Cowboys. In true Keith fashion, he probably left this world still convinced that next season would be Dallas' year.