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Richard COLE Obituary
Age 66, of Camden, OH, passed away, Thursday, December 17, 2020. He was born in Dayton, OH, on August 2, 1954, to the late Reva (Bolton) and William E. Cole. He was a U.S. Navy
Veteran; and retired from the Dayton V.A. after 30 years of service. He was a member of the St. Johns Masonic Lodge #13 ~ F. & A.M. Rick is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Susan E. (Roberts) Cole; his
children, Ty (Elena) Morris, Richard A. Cole, Jr., Pete (Jennie) Cole, Erica (Matt)King, Steve (Megan) Cole and Andrea "Andi" (Devin) Conahan; 14 grandchildren; his brother Eddie Cole; 2 sisters, Lynda (David) Gilmore and Donna Miller;
numerous nieces and nephews. Rick was a kind and generous man, with many friends ~ he did not know a stranger. The family will receive friends 12 - 2 p.m. (2 hours prior to the Service), Tuesday, December 22, 2020, at the Dalton Funeral Home, 6900 Weaver Road, Germantown, OH, where the Celebration of Life will follow at 2 p.m. Entombment will be at Calvary Cemetery, Dayton. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Fisher House Foundation at
http://donate.fisherhouse.org/dayton Please share condolences at daltonfh.net
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Josh & Laura Esquibel (Wagner)
December 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Our deepest sympathy to your family.
Matt and Patrice Wagner
December 22, 2020
Dear Rick and all the Cole Family: Rick Sr. had such a big heart. After meeting him once, he treated us like family. Your whole family mirrors his kindness, goodness and helpfulness to others. We pray you continue his legacy. Our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Ann G
December 21, 2020
Andi I know that I really never got to know your Dad. But stories that you would share with me are a wonderful memory. I will be thinking of you and all the good times that you had with him and shared with me. My condolences to you and all of your family.
Vi and Denny Gump
December 21, 2020
Andi we're so sorry for the loss of your father. Although I've only met him once (at your wedding), you always spoke very highly of him. Keeping you and your family in our prayers. Please let us know if we can do anything. Love, Vi and Denny Gump
Craig Cunningham
December 21, 2020
Just want to send my condolences to the Cole family i worked Rick for many years and was shocked to see his picture. My prayers go out to you all , also let you know Rick loved his family his Wife and children....thats what i remember most. God Bless
Robert Lear
December 20, 2020
I knew Rick as a neighbor in my early childhood then later when we worked at the Dayton VA together. He was a fine man. Rest in peace, Rick.
Gary Richardson
December 20, 2020
My condolences to the Cole family sad to hear we have lost so many this year grew up with you all in overlook where did the time go,prayers for all of you !
Melanie Welch
December 18, 2020
Cole Family; I am deeply saddened by the passing of your husband, father and grandfather. He was one of the sweetest men I’ve ever met. He did not know a stranger. I will surely miss him stopping in Walgreens. He always made sure he spoke to me and tell me to behave. Cherish your memories for they will help you through this difficult time. Carry on his legend to honor him. Much love to you all.
Deborah Sebastian
December 18, 2020
Sue and kids I am so sorry for the loss of Rick just know we all love you all. I will not attend the funeral but I will be thinking of all of you. Love Aunt Debby
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