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Adobe Flash Player not installed or older than 9.0.115!  He was a quarterback and football team captain at Lincoln. He also managed the basketball team, was on the wrestling team, was class president, and was a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated. Dr. Coleman later earned a master's degree from the University of Pennsylvania's School of Social Work. He was a social worker and probation officer in Philadelphia before becoming a counselor with the school district in 1949. In 1981, after a career as counselor in the Philadelphia School District, he returned to Lincoln as director of alumni relations for seven years. For more than 10 years he was alumni representative on Lincoln's board of trustees. In 1984, Lincoln awarded Mr. Coleman an honorary doctorate. I am both saddened and at peace with the passing of Dr. Frank T. Coleman. I am sad to no longer be able to converse with him from time to time. However, I am at peace with the fact that he has been able to live such a fruitful life and am finally able to truly rest without discomfort. I am smiling at this time because I can tell my children when they get those assignments in History Class with the topics of “Legend” or “Hero” that I can say: Hey… I knew one! “Tick” was a great man that happened to precede me as Alumni Director. He was a wonderful role model that paved the way for me to do what I do with the greatest degree of integrity, compassion and professionalism; three things that some people aren’t able to exude all at once. He will truly be missed and I am elated to be one of many Lincoln Men to help continue his legacy.” –Kevan L. Turman, Alumni Director Mr. Coleman is survived by his daughters, Evelyn White and Sarah Montgomery, five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. His wife of 29 years, Frances Olivis Coleman, died in 1961. Lincoln University is in the planning stages of a memorial service.
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What a great man! Although,i have personally never met,just from the tales with respect to TICK,this man was a great man.if LU has such men of such personality,then i can't wait to apply and start my first year at this.if anything,i can vicariously say,this man was in such a state-prio to annihilation ie he was a bomb! |
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Jerry Isaac
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Former Assistant Vice President Tick truly was Mr. Lincoln. During my tenure at Lincoln I had the honor and pleasure of working with him on numerous projects and activities. Our long discussions in his office on the lower level of Vail Hall have always encouraged me to continue working in HBCUs to provide opportunities. I will miss Dr. Coleman, always. |
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Tariqah Diggs Johnson
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Lincoln Alumni, Class of '99 Love ya, Tick! Thanks for everything that you did for me while a student and 80+ year friendship with the Carter Family! |
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Charles Davis
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THE LOST OF A GREAT LEARNED MAN I am saddened that I never got to meet this great man. But I take comfort in knowing that he lived a fruitful life that provided support and motivation for countless individuals both personally and professionally. As a graduate student at Lincoln University, I plan to follow the footsteps left by behind Dr. F. Coleman and become an important part of the Lincoln legacy. |
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Rasheeda Smith-Socolove
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... I remember that we were stranded and Dr. Coleman asssisted to help me and my roomate get back to Pittsburgh for Thanksgiving. He was a very nice man, always open to give a helping opinion as a counselor. What was funny is that he did use that phrase ALL EYES ON ME!! |
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Tiffany Francis
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Thank you Mr. Coleman I met Mr. Coleman during transition week of my freshman year at Lincoln. He was speaking to all of the incoming students about his accomplishments and motivating us to do as well, if not better, than the Lincoln students who had come before us. I was happy to find out that we were alumni from the same high school and at that moment, during his address, we had an impromptu conversation. I was elated to know that an African American had graduated from CHS and went on to greater accomplishments. At the high school, I could never recall the mention of a successful African American graduate. Meeting Mr. Coleman that day in 2004 further inspired me to achieve as much as possible during my undergraduate career. Thank you Mr. Coleman and I am glad you are at peace. |
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Kareem Calliste '03
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There Can Only Be One Tick I learned the proper way to sing the alma mater from Tick. Tick Coleman's pride in Lincoln University shined bright. He will truly be missed. Rest in peace Tick. |
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Selvin Basden '96/'00
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Managing Partner - Perspective Consulting I learned so much about commitment and true school spirit from Dr. Coleman. He was always an honest and candid friend and advisor during my time with SGA and the Board. Lincoln has lost a true giant or a man. ALL EYES ON ME! |
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A. Drayton c/o '90
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Constant and True I am grateful to have known Dr. Frank "Tick" Coleman and to have received his mentoring. Whenever the University constructs the home stadium for the LU football team, it is only fitting that it be named in Mr. Lincoln's honor. My deepest sympathy is extended to the Coleman family. |
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Judith Ferebee
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Condolences from the Ferebee Family We were saddened to hear of the passing of this legendary man who meant so much to Lincoln. Our sincere condolences to the immediate and Lincoln families. He will be truly missed. |
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Dr Donna C Jones
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We will all miss Mr Coleman Lincoln University has truly lost one of its ICONS...he will be sadly missed and forever revered. DEAR LINCOLN...DEAR LINCOLN let us always honor Dr. "Tick" Coleman. Dr. Jones 78' |
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Richard Williams
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Security Officer Security Officer, Public Safety It was a pleasure to have known Dr Tick Coleman. While he was at Lincoln University, I had the distinct pleasure of having many conversation with him. I for one will miss him |
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Drexel B. Ball
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Executive Vice President I am blessed for having met Tick Coleman. Although my relationship with Mr. Coleman was shortlived, I will always remember him for his extraordinary humility and engaging personality. He was an encylopedia for recalling past events at Lincoln as well as his hometown of Philadelphia. Perhaps the best and most appropriate tribute to his memory would be the naming of the new Lincoln Stadium in his honor, but Tick Coleman was more than just a renowned athlete. He was a decent human being, the consummate and enduring personification of a Lincoln diploma. He has joined the pantheon of Lincoln greats, including Thurgood and Langston. |
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Ralph Simpson
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Director, Office of Career Services I am truly sorry to hear of Dr. Coleman's passing, but grateful for the time I was able to spend with him during Commencement weekends and the football games. Hearing him talk about his days playing in the big Lincoln-Howard games and also his experiences playing against my alma-mater Tuskegee(a reward for the Lincoln-Howard winner) is something I'll never forget. As a Generation X'er, it is incomprehensible to me that Dr. Coleman was 7 years old when the US entered into World War I and I had a chance to hear his stories and his jokes. He still maintained his charisma and personality right until the end of his life. Because I missed out on getting to know either of my grandfathers(as an adult), spending time each year for a couple of hours with Dr. Coleman allowed me a chance to ask questions and talk about some things that I always wished I had asked them. He represents the very best to me not only for Lincoln's tradition, but also the legacy that Historically Black Colleges possess that are unique and can not be duplicated anywhere else. I can't count the number of Lincoln alums I help with Career-related issues that talk about Dr. Coleman and how he has helped them. It is my prayer that the Lincoln family carries on Dr. Coleman's legacy by striving for and accepting nothing less than excellence and leadership through service to humanity. |
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H. Wade Johnson
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Director of University Bands/Professor of Music Brother "Tick" will be missed!! he has been a ROCK at Lincoln and the world!! |
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Antionette Chavis
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Tick Coleman may be gone but he will never be forgotten. Mr Tick Coleman was and is Mr Lincoln to me. He will be missed but remembered for all of the contributions he has made to Lincoln University. He lived and breathed Lincoln. He was there for the students and did what he could to make life in Oxford for us a little easier. I can remember there were many days when I didn't have the means (money) to get on the bus to Philly to go home, he would say, "You get on that bus but on Monday, I want to see you. I don't want to come looking for you." Then on Monday when I went to give him the money (sometimes) he would say, "Get out of here, save it for Friday." I can't say Hail, Hail Lincoln without thinking of Mr. Tick Coleman. He is teaching the angels our song. REST IN PEACE, MR LINCOLN! WE LOVE YOU! |
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Ihsan "Ziggy" Mujahid '02
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Assistant Director, Student Life and Development While I never had the opportunity to sit down and have a full conversation with him, as a Lincoln University alum I can definitely say that Tick touched my life. The memories that stick out to me the most are times of singing the Alma Mater. I believe that I was among the last of the classes to actually have Tick present when we learned the Alma Mater, to enforce the seriousness of it, and for him to emphasis the end, "Hail Hail, Lincoln!" We were always instructed "Now give me two hails and Lincoln!" I pray that Frank "Tick" Coleman in resting in peace. Hail Hail, Tick, Hail Hail! |
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