Obed Mitchell Coleman

Biography

Obed Mitchell Coleman was born in 1817 and lived twenty-eight years until his death in 1845. His life was lived during a period of significant change in American society, as the nation continued its westward expansion and industrial development.

Coleman's burial at Greenridge Cemetery indicates his place within his community. Though his individual story and accomplishments are not extensively documented in available historical sources, his life represents the experiences of young men of his generation who lived during the antebellum period of American history.