Mary Barbara Cole

Mary “Barbara” Cole, 88, of Jeannette, passed away Friday, December 5, 2025, at her residence. She was born September 25, 1937, in Jeannette, a daughter of the late Andrew and Blanche (Staney) Zollinger.  Prior to her retirement Barbara was a registered nurse and was employed by several local hospitals and facilities.  She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jeannette where she was very active, and a member of the former local Eastern Star Lodge.  

In addition to her parents Barbara was predeceased by her husband Donald E. Cole in 1994; a son Donald A. Cole; a daughter Lynn M. Cole; brothers, Bill and John Zollinger; a sister Joanne Lou Baughman; and a very special aunt Mary Weller.  

She is survived by a daughter Meggan Keenan of Jeannette; grandchildren, Cameron Cole (Robin), Mya Cole, and Samuel Harper; great grandchildren, Nolan John Cole, Luca Andrew Cole, and Aria Grace Cole; a sister Patricia Constantine of Jeannette; a sister-in-law Diane Little of Greensburg; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

Barbara’s family would like to extend their heartfelt appreciation to the Bridge’s Hospice nurses and staff for all of the kind and compassionate care that Barbara received during her illness.  

As per Barbara’s wishes there will be no public visitation.  Funeral services will be private.  The John V. Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Jeannette are entrusted with arrangements.  Barbara’s final request was that any contributions or support may be made to her daughter Meggan and grandson Samuel as they sacrificed so much to lovingly and endlessly care for her.