Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
500 University Blvd. West
Silver Spring, Maryland
Gilbert Cole Obituary
Gilbert A. Cole Jr. (Age 94)
Died on Saturday, July 4, 2015, at Aspenwood Senior Living Community. Mr. Cole was born November 2,1920 in the Brookland area of Washington, DC, to Gilbert A. and Hazel Altmann Cole. During WWII he served in North Africa and Hawaii with the Engineer Topographical Unit of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. After WWII he moved to Silver Spring, MD where he lived until his death. In 1963, he was hired on at the Defense Intelligence Agency, where he eventually became Chief of the Reprographics Division. He retired in January 1980. Mr. Cole was a member of St. John the Evangelist Church, Silver Spring, and the Father Rosensteel Council of the Knights of Columbus. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 55 years, Jeanette Mund Cole; his brother Nelson A. Cole and his sister Mae W. Parsons. He is survived by his current wife of 14 years, Anna Lesniak Svrcek Cole; his children Stephen (Cynthia) Cole, Kathleen (Robert) LaCroix, Carrie (Mark) Kuhn, Paul (Mary) Cole and Julie (James) Novacek; 13 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren (with # 4 due in August); and his step-children Sophie (Doug) Jordan, Martin (Deanna) Svrcek, Matthew Svrcek, Bernadette Svrcek (Keith) Stevens, Paul Svrcek and Mark Svrcek. Relatives and friends may call at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD (Valet Parking) Thursday, July 9, 2015 from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John the Evangelist Historic Church, 9700 Rosensteel Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, on Friday, July 10, 2015 at 11 a.m. Interment St. John's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the USO (uso.org/donate) or to a charity of your choice.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Gilbert Cole
Ann Riseling
July 9, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family at such a difficult time. I will always remember John and Gil running back and forth on Christmas Eve between the houses once you kids were sleeping to get everything just right for the morning. Excuse an older woman's absence, as I am not well these days.
John Lenarz
July 9, 2015
I remember my uncle, Gilbert Cole, as a hard-working man who acted according to his principles, provided well for his family and liked to keep a strong sense of order in his world. He was often stern and serious. But I also recall his laughter, sense of adventure, and a fun-loving gleam in his eye! I admired him. May he rest in peace.
My love and condolences to all the Cole children and your families; and I hope you can find some comfort in the good memories.
Linda Lawless
July 8, 2015
I am sorry for your loss, words will never quite get the right feelings your have at a time like this. Know that your memories will always be with you.
July 8, 2015
Wonderful memories of my visits with my Uncle Gil and Aunt Jeanette! Love and miss you both. Love to all my cousins and the " good old days"
Love Cindy
July 8, 2015
May all your children remember you as A Good Dad and a true mentor. My thoughts and prayers are with you , Steve,Kathy,Julie, Carrie, and Paul love to all. Aunt Shirley
Rita Jordan Thompson
July 8, 2015
Carrie, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. May your Dad rest in peace.
Borden Cole Gewin
July 7, 2015
Rest in peace dear Grandpa. You will be forever missed. When your great -grandson is born I will share all of your stories with him. You will never be forgotten
July 7, 2015
So sorry for the lost of your dear loved one, Mr. Gilbert Cole. May the "God of all comfort" be with your family during this difficult time 2 Cor1:3
Kathryn Watts
July 7, 2015
RIP, you will be missed.
Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results
Make a Donation
in Gilbert Cole's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Gilbert Cole
Funeral services provided by:
Francis J. Collins Funeral Home, Inc. - Silver Spring500 University Blvd. West, Silver Spring, MD 20901
How to support Gilbert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Gilbert Cole's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
