Cornelius McCole

I was a resident physician in ophthalmology at Henry Ford under Dr. McCole from 1991-1994. He had always wanted to train someone from "the region," as he usually referred to NEPA, and I was the first person from here, to the best of my knowledge, whom he did train in ophthalmology.

Dr. McCole was the most brilliant, idealistic and interesting person I have ever known. His influence on ophthalmology was akin to that of a Maimonides or Gandhi. He considered medicine the most noble of...

Haaving worked for Dr. Con McCole's brother for over 30 years, I became
well acquainted with the "Doctor" and admired him and his abilities. He was talented, respected, kindly and will be missed.

I did not ever know this man but after reading this beautiful discriptive obituary I wish I had. Now, there is fine example of a human being who did something with his life and lead others to be inspired ! This is why I read obits of people I do not know. We all can learn a lot by reading about what people accomplish. May God Bless his soul.