Carissa J. Coleman

Carissa was born in Oakland on April 9, 1969 to Jo Ann and Tom Coleman. She is a 1987 graduate from Pacific Grove High School. After high school, she lived in Santa Cruz and San Francisco prior to returning to reside in Pacific Grove.

Carissa was an artist as well as an accomplished guitar player and musician. She had many lasting friendships with other artists and musicians within the local Monterey Bay music scene. In addition to her creative endeavors, she loved animals and was also a proponent for animal rights.

Carissa is survived by her mother, Jo Ann Coleman; her brother, Clark Coleman; her aunt, Darlene Berry and cousin, Colleen Berry.

Donations may be made in memory of Carissa Coleman to the Animal Friends Rescue Project, 160 Fountain, Pacific Grove, CA, 93950