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Carl Eugene Coles

Orange, Virginia

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Carl Eugene

"Mike" Coles

Carl Eugene "Mike" Coles, 78, of Barboursville, died suddenly at his residence on Tuesday, July 26, 2011.

He was born on November 15, 1933, in Albemarle County, to the late Dabney and Mildred Durette.

Mr. Coles was employed by the City of Charlottesville as a locksmith.

Mr. Coles was a member of the Chapman Grove Baptist Church in Eastham. He was also active in the Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, where he was active in singing with the men's chorus and in other ministries.

He is survived by his wife, Shirley Coles of Barboursville; one daughter, Jennifer Coles of Richmond; one son, El Carlos Coles of Charlottesville; a stepson, Jeffrey Carey and wife, Lynoka of Gordonsville; two brothers, Elder William Coles and wife, Vanessa, and Luther Coles and wife, Zelda, all of Charlottesviille; three grandchildren and a host of relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, July 30, 2011, at the Chestnut Grove Baptist Church in Barboursville with past James Louderback officiating. A private interment will be held at a later date.

Satchell's Funeral Service Inc. of Orange is in charge of arrangements.



This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.

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I remember Mike so well...last saw him while visiting my aunt Beauford Hawkins prior to her death..and as always MIKE had a smile for everyone, as I remember him from years ago. Ms Mildred (aunt) I know Mike will be at the foot of God. He will always be with you...

Carlos,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your precious loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We pray that God will give you the strength you need to move forward. I know that we cannot take the pain away, but know that we are here to comfort you in any way we can.
We send much love your way!

To Shirley and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

Love, Clarice & Girls

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

To Carlos my dear brother. I feel your loss. I know that the Lord will strengthen you and comfort you as the days go on. May God's peace be with you always. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not Heal. Be blessed my brother. I love you much.

To Mrs. Mildred Durette and Family. I was sorry to hear of Carl's passing. Blessed are they that mourn for they shall be comforted. May God's Grace and Peace be with you always.

Shirley, Jen, and the rest of the family, I know there is little that can comfort you at this time, but know that you are never alone. This is something that we all must endure, and God will give you the strength you need to move forward. My prayers are with you and know that God is there for you at all times. Mike was friends with many and will be missed. May God bless each of you and strengthen you with each passing day. Love to all.