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From:
Stuart Rodes
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Saturday, October 1, 2016
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Thank you Jack Coleman for your presence during my two years at Haverford. I took in your words and your example. I have more than once inspired myself with memories of your leadership and sincerity. Recently it has been a sweet look back to have met you again at several Haverford events now that my son is making his way in the class of '18.
I wish peace for you and your family.
Stuart Rodes '72
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From:
Lorenzo Villalon
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Tuesday, September 27, 2016
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I first met Jack as a wide-eyed (and nervous) freshman in the Fall of '69, when I was quite surprised to learn that my Intro Economics professor was none other than the College President..!! From the beginning, I was very impressed by his kindness, thoughtfulness and warm smile, attributes that I came to associate with the best that Haverford had to offer. Despite his very busy schedule, he took the time to write a glowing (and largely undeserved..!) recommendation letter when the time came to apply to graduate school. I am a better person for having met Jack and I will not forget his gentle nature and his genuine desire to help others. Thanks and farewell, Jack.
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From:
Ghebre Selassie Mehreteab
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Saturday, September 17, 2016
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They do not make them like Jack anymore. We remained in contact and friends until his passing. I have lost a teacher, leader, mentor and simply a wonderful human being.
Ghebre Selassie Mehreteab 1972
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From:
Michael McLemore
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Friday, September 16, 2016
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Many people on this site will be able to speak warmly of Jack's leadership and friendship, of the difficult situations he handled well with humility and grace. I am among them.
He was foremost, however, a man of unwavering integrity.
As one grows older, one realizes just how rare such people are.
For some of us he still holds forth in his office in Roberts and his home at 1 College Circle, mingling, smiling, mentoring by example. It is a cliché to say that he will not be forgotten, but in his case it is true.
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From:
Carl Perkins
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Friday, September 16, 2016
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I was a student at Haverford from 1971 to 1975. During my freshman year, I recall vividly the way that Jack Coleman responded -- sensitively, intelligently, wisely -- to the protests of African-American students on campus. He bridged divides, and helped others do the same.
He was so comfortable -- or so it seemed -- in his own skin. He led the community, again with intelligence and conviction, and also with warmth and encouragement. He pursued coeducation at Haverford, but pursued cooperation with Bryn Mawr as well when the former did not occur. He was not only bright, articulate and eloquent; he was also a model of the humane intellectual, not content to live and work in an ivory tower. The time he spent "slumming" in various places was an example to many. He always conducted himself with dignity, yet was not stuffy. To the contrary, through his warmth and easy-going manner, he modelled an important kind of leadership. R.I.P.
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From:
David Wertheimer
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Sunday, September 11, 2016
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Jack was one of the great mentors of my life. I had the good fortune to know him when I was a student at Haverford (and beyond), and to live for free over his garage for a summer at 1 College Circle in exchange for being the "butler" (as I called it) at his amazing dinner events. Jack taught me both through what he said and how he lived his life. We shared the great disappointment of Haverford's board rejecting co-education in 1977, (I was a student rep to the Board of Managers at the time). When he resigned, we made him an honorary member of the class of '77, and presented him with a diploma at graduation. That's when this picture, which I cherish, was taken of me with one of the great heroes of my life.
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From:
Maureen Lanuke
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Saturday, September 10, 2016
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What a rich life he had! I have so many wonderful memories of times spent with Uncle Jack and the Coleman clan. Spending time with him was always interesting, educational, thoughtful, and exciting. No visit was ever dull! My most recent memory last Fall was wheeling him around the neighborhood where he lived to streets he wanted to explore - but that weren't necessarily made for wheelchair access... Memories of our visit to Chester on our honeymoon, when Uncle Jack paid for our stay at his inn and brought all of his children and their families together to join us for an amazing visit. So many memories. I love you and will miss you Uncle Jack. You leave a big void in our lives. Go with God & we'll see you anon.
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From:
Nancy Coleman
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Friday, September 9, 2016
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Thank you Will, for creating this site where we can remember Dad with each other...xxxx
Nancy
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