The service of Craig Coleman, 62, of Lawrence, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, November 22, 2025, at Ramsey- Yost Funeral Home.
Craig died Saturday, November 8, 2025, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
He was born May 20, 1963, in Greensburg, Kansas, the son of Ernest Jesse Coleman Jr. And Hazel Marie (Sparks) Coleman. They moved to Lawrence for his dad’s work when he was 8 years old. He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1981.
He married Amy Smith on June 7, 1996 in Lawrence, Kansas . They had two children together, Jordan Coleman and Jessica Coleman, both of Lawrence, Kansas.
After high school he worked for different construction companies in Lawrence and found that he had a special talent and skill at woodworking. He spent a few years at Custom Wood Products as a cabinet installer and salesman, while continuing to hone his natural woodworking abilities. He eventually moved to Florida and worked there for several years before moving back to Lawrence in 1994 and meeting and marrying his wife Amy. He started his own business, Woodworking Specialties Incorporated, with his wife in 1996; which he ran for 29 years, spending the last decade proudly working with both of his children.
He was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed spending time with and doing activities with his family. He especially enjoyed playing with his grandchildren and taking them on adventures. He was a good friend who maintained lifelong friendships and was always making new connections. He was a hard worker, who devoted himself to making the best work possible and took a lot of pride in what he made. He cared deeply about other people and spent a lot of time and effort on making sure the people around him were happy and taken care of.
He was preceded in death by both of his parents.
Other survivors include step-son Andre Robinson, Providence, Rhode Island; step-daughter Renee Robinson, and step-grandchildren Brielle and Roman Smith, all of Lawrence, Kansas; two sisters, Candi Wilbur (Patrick), and Chris Self (Keith), both of Lawrence; two foster brothers, Dennis Hanlon (Barb) Fairview Oklahoma, and Ed Hamilton (Kathy) Iola, Kansas; and a niece and nephew, Jesse and Melia Self, both of Lawrence.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Lawrence Humane Society, sent in care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home: P.O. Box 1260, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Online condolences may be sent at www.rumsey-yost.com.
This is such sad news and we will really miss him. I had the opportunity to work with him on a professional level. Such a nice talented artisan. He will truly be missed. Our love and prayers go to all of the family and friends.
I’m so very sorry to hear about Craig’s passing! I so enjoyed listening to his mother tell me stories about him! She was a very proud mother!! Praying for peace and comfort as you cherish the memories you hold dear to your hearts!! With sincere and deepest sympathy!
So sorry for your loss, Chris. May your memories and love you shared remain in your mind and your heart forever.
Craig was my childhood neighbor across the street and we used to roam freely and play in the neighborhood as children. We drifted apart in high school, but Instill have fond memories of Craig during that time. As I live in Germany now I last saw him at our 30th class reunion. I’m so sorry to learn of his passing and send my condolences to his family.
I meant Craig almost 40years ago what an awesome human being, I watched him proliferate into an outstanding business man in Lawrence he helped beautify our community over many decades with his abilities! We hadn’t seen each other for a few years until a couple weeks ago Love you brother
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Craig was always a great neighbor. He will be missed by all of us.
Amy and family, We send our sympathy in the loss of your husband and father. Sincerely, Carl and Suzie Craig and family
We have lost a great person and a great craftsmen. My condolences to Amy and family. Many fond memories and stories will not be forgotten. From me and all of us here at Mar Lan we send our thoughts and prayers.