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Roger Cole Obituary

Wurtsboro - Roger W. Cole, owner and operator of Cole's Auto Body in Wurtsboro, died after a long illness on Sunday November 11 at O.R.M.C. Horton Campus in Middletown. He was 65 years old. The son of the late Leon and Viola Johnson Cole, he was born on February 4, 1942 in Greenville, N.Y. Roger is survived by: his loving wife of 39 years, Florence, at home; three sons: Roger W. Cole Jr., and his wife, Cyndie of Milford, PA, Richard A. Cole and his wife, Elizabeth, of Myrtle Beach, S.C., and Robert A. Cole of Wurtsboro; two daughters, Laura J. Weymer and her husband, Craig, of Port Jervis, and Laurie A. Cole and her fiancé, James Post, of Wurtsboro; two brothers, Leon and his wife, Selma, of Greendell, N.J., and Ray Cole and his wife, Carol, of Monticello. His nine beloved grandchildren also survive Roger: Ryan, Jacob, Lilly, Richie, Katlyn & Hannah Cole, and Alexa Csanko, Brayde Weymer & Alhana Post. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, Nov. 14th from 2-4 and 6-7 p.m. at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home 130 Highland Ave. in Middletown. The funeral service will follow at 7 p.m. at the funeral home on Wednesday evening. Fr. Patrick McGuigan, O.Carm. will officiate. Cremation will take place at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Roger's name may be made to either: the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454,Alexandria, VA 22312, the American Heart Assoc., 419 East Main Street, Middletown, NY 10940 or to The National Kidney Fund, 30 East 33rd Sat., Fl. 3, New York, NY 10016-5337. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc. 845-343-6309

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Published by Times Herald-Record on Nov. 13, 2007.

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Laura Monroe

November 17, 2021

Thinking of you dad. Miss you so much! I wish I could say you´re missing something but things are crazy today . I love you so much!
Brayde and Alexa are doing great!
I have a son with Jimmy Monroe- Chase- yea I married him.
Love you

Laurie Cole

December 11, 2007

I just wanted to add that I can be reached at the following e-mail address [email protected]
You can reach me at this posting.
Laurie Cole

Laurie Cole

December 11, 2007

Remember when I just got my license to drive tow trucks and there was an accident and you were not home so I had to go, I told mom when you got back to meet me there well I get the car loaded and I pull into the shop and you are standing there and I say why didn't you meet me and you said " I knew you could handle it." I will always remember that. I know now you are finally at peace, I could not stand the last few months seeing you suffer. I am happy to know you are not in pain anymore. I love you dad, you are the greatest. Alhana misses you so. Till we meet in the end you are in my heart, my thoughts and in my prayers. Your Little Girl

Laurie Cole

December 11, 2007

Dear Daddy,
Hi it's me Laurie, your little girl. I still cant believe that you are gone, I find myself going to talk to you or just to see you and remembering that you are not there. I miss you so there is not a day that passes that I am thinking of you. Things are just not the same you are suposed to be sitting in the kitchen in your chair, in the shop drinking coffee, talking with your friends, you should have been at phyllis's wedding to dance with mommy, or just here when I need someone to talk too. It has been a month already. Since you have gone there is a peice of me that went with you, I love you so much. Remember when I was little all the time we spent together working on cars or going on tow's, I miss that, thank you for those times I learned so much from you.

Harriet Hughes

November 21, 2007

Dear Florence and Family,
I just heard of the loss of Roger last night. I am so sorry. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Antoinette Behnke

November 16, 2007

Laura and family, we are sorry for your lost
The Behnke Family

Mary & Sam Burlingame Sr.

November 15, 2007

Florence and family,
Sorry to hear of Roger's passing. He had a heart of gold and will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. Mary & Sam Burlingame

Valerie White

November 15, 2007

Florence, When mom told I could not believe it.Rodger was always special and I will miss him, wish we had all stayed in better touch.My thought's and sympathy to you and the kids. Valerie(Burlingame)White

Vicki Snyder Clark

November 15, 2007

Florence,
In stunned sorrow, my heart goes out to you and the kids. I've known Roger my entire life, and I so regret not having visited with you both in recent years. My prayers are with you, and your family.
Love, Vicki (Burlingame)

Caryn Granito

November 14, 2007

Sorry for your loss; My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Best Regards,

Norm Kantrowitz

November 14, 2007

To the entire Cole Family:
Sorry about your loss. Roger was always there for anyone in need. He was a close friend to many and will be sorely missed.
Fondly, Norm Kantrowitz, SP Wurtsboro

Karen

November 14, 2007

Im very sory to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Karen

Charlie Burke

November 14, 2007

Roger,you were a good friend.Sorry I could'nt be there to say good bye.

guy eherts

November 14, 2007

lori,laura,roger jr,robert,rich,,i am real sorry to hear about your dads passing.i cant say he is in a better place because i never been there..but my deepest regrets go out to entire family..i still remember when i was a kid watching mr cole work in his garage he was the best i have ever seen..

Charlie Burke

November 13, 2007

Hey Roger,sorry I didnt get to say Good bye.You were the first person I met when I first moved up to Wurtsboro.My car conked out in front of your place.You got me going again and when I asked how much I owed you said"next time you pass by bring me a coffee"Here we are many years and many cups of coffee later.I know you are up there hanging out with your buddy Dale Earnhardt.

Michele Eherts

November 13, 2007

To the Cole family, I am so sorry for your loss and can relate to it so well. My brother passed in September and there's no words that can take away that hurt. But just remember that the good Lord is there with you coping with this pain and loss. I strongly believe that. He is getting us through our losses. My prayers are with each and every son,daughter,wife cousin etc. I remember Roger as a very strong man and didn't take any bs from anyone. He always intimidated me in so many ways because my brothers lol. Very protective of his family. He was a good man and he has a wonderful family. All my best to all of you!

Keri Burke

November 13, 2007

I still can't believe you are really gone. I have so many fond memories of you over the years. I take comfort in knowing that you are now with God and you are not suffering any longer. Don't worry-your girls will be taken care of. Rest in peace.
Love Keri and Shawn Burke

Carolyn Weber

November 13, 2007

I wish peace to you and your family. I never really said goodbye to any of you, but I have thought of you often throughout the years. Your family has grown quite a bit. I hope that you all find strength together as a family. Take comfort in your memories. You have many happy ones to chose from. Take care.

Jimmy

November 13, 2007

Roger- You are missed and will always be remembered. There are so many fond memories and so many people that you touched and affected. You never turned your back on anyone and always helped a family member, friend or stranger. You have earned a spot in heaven. Laurie and Alhana will always be taken care of, don't worry about that. Rest in eternal peace.

Joseph & Lesley Anello

November 13, 2007

Our very deepest sympathies to your family.So sorry to hear of Roger's passing.God Bless

Jimmy

November 13, 2007

Roger- You are missed and will always be missed. You were a generous man to family, friends and strangers...and that will surely find you a place in heaven. You know how much Laurie loves you. Don't worry about Laurie and Alhana. We will take good care of them just like you would if you were still here.

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