Donald Kenneth Cole, age 76, of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin passed away Tuesday, January 30, 2007 at the his home after a courageous battle with lung cancer.
At Dons request, there will be no funeral or memorial service.
Donald was born February 16, 1930 in Argonne, Wisconsin to Emery and Lillian (Schroeder) Cole. He moved with his family to Wisconsin Dells in 1942. He was a veteran, serving in the Army during the Korean War where he received a purple heart. He married Lois VanBuskirk in 1953, this marriage was blessed with three children before ending in divorce. He married Jean Elkins on February 16, 1974 in Milroy, Minnesota.
Donald was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing, hunting, and gardening.
Donald was preceded in death by parents; one son, Daniel; three brothers, Carmon, Robert, and Bill; and one sister, Viola.
Survivors:
Wife: Jean Cole of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Son: Carmon Cole of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Son: Andrew (Sherry) Cole of Baraboo, Wisconsin
Step-son: Dennis (Kathy) Rice of Guffey, CO
Step-son: Jeffrey Rice of Mankato, Minnesota
Brother: Lloyd (Lois) Cole of Muscoda, Wisconsin
Brother: Emery (Julia) Cole of Moorseville, NC
Sister: Ruth (Michael) McCloskey of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Grandchildren: 8
Great-Grandchildren: 5
Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Jean, I am sorry to hear of Don’s death. It will be a hard month with Don’s Birthday and your anniversary on the 16th of February, but remember your church family are here for you.