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Gary Coles Obituary
March 17, 1949 - April 8, 2021
Gary Eldridge Coles, 72, of Albemarle County, Virginia, departed this life on April 8, 2021. He was born in Charlottesville, Virginia, on March 17, 1949, a son of the late Hollis E. and Amelia F. Coles. He was the husband of Patricia Coles.
He was a graduate of Jackson P. Burley High School and received his Bachelor's Degree from Virginia State University.
He retired after many years of service in retail management in the Supermarket industry at Safeway, Food Lion, and Fresh Farm, and also in management at the Roses Department Store Company.
His favorite pastimes were cooking, practicing at the shooting range, and gazing at all the muscle and antique cars. Most of all he loved spending time and caring for his family.
He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Patricia Coles of Albemarle County, Va.; two sons, Justin James Coles and wife, Nicole, of Albemarle County, and Matthew Goodall Coles and wife, Robin, of Fluvanna County, Va.; a sister, Teresa Coles Jackson of Charlottesville, Va., and a host of other relatives and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at Oakwood Cemetery, www.jfbellfuneralservices.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Gary Coles
Jada Coles
June 16, 2023
Gary/My grandpa was so funny. Me and my dad(Matt coles) would always come over to his house whenever he cooked or to watch the game. He was so sweet with my sister(Olivia Coles) and he would make cake or cookies just for us.
Jada
April 24, 2023
Gary was my grandfather and I miss him deathly. I was only 9 when he passed away. He used to spoil me and my sister whenever we came over with carrot cake. I miss him so much, rest in peace grandpa.
Mason
July 16, 2021
Justin....Matt....sorry too hear bou your Dad.....hang in there guys
Wanda Coles Jones and Family
July 11, 2021
To the family of Gary my cousin we went to school together he was a wonderful and humble person very quiet. I know the family will miss him dearly.
But keep your hands in God hands an he will see you through.
From Ft Washington,Md
Kelly Kirby ,Sr. &Family
July 10, 2021
We are sending our sympathy and prayers to the family ,God be with you and blessing to all.
Donna Stollings
July 10, 2021
Mr. Coles was my 1st boss at Rose's on Pantops,for nine years which was my very first job. He came thru my line at Food Lion (my current job) many times just to chat a bit. I looked up to him and he will forever be remembered as a great man & a wise leader. My Deepest Condolences to his family~
Roy Lewis
July 8, 2021
To All of the Coles Family....I am so sorry...Gary was a great friend and co worker of mine as we both worked at Advance Auto.......
Mary (Love) Whitlock Tompkins
July 8, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Gary! Our family extends our heartfelt condolences to all the family. We have wonderful memories of Gary playing cards at our home on Saturday night! What a humble, generous and kind person! He will be missed.
Sylvia Coles
July 8, 2021
Dear Pat and family, my sympathy and prayers are with you. I met Gary back in the middle 70´s when we worked at Safeway in Charlottesville.He always had a big smile for you whenever he saw you. Pat I know this is hard right now but through God´s Grace and Great Mercy you will have lasting joy once again and that´s a promise from God we can count on. Much love
Carolyn Young
July 8, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss Theresa and family Gary was a very sweet person always smiling. Theresa please call me 434-465-7640.
Karen Coles
July 8, 2021
My Sincere Condolences to the Family of Gary Coles; May God send His Holy Comforter to comfort you through your time of bereavement.
Darnell Banks
July 8, 2021
I am very sorry for your familys loss i worked with Mr. Coles for about 3 years and i thought very highly of him he was a great coworker and more than that a great person to know he was a very nice person
Corey Taylor
July 8, 2021
I extended my sincere condolences for your loss. May God comfort and strengthen you and your family during this difficult time. You're in my prayers.
Jeff Roberts
July 8, 2021
Mr Coles was my football and track coach when I was at Jack Jouett. He was a really good guy to us all. I was always glad to see him from time to time over the years after he moved into grocery management. He will be missed. God bless him and family.
Loretta Greene Strothers
July 8, 2021
To Pat and Family,
Praying much for your strength during this difficult time. God bless and keep you,
Much love
Marian Kennedy
July 8, 2021
To the Coles Family
I'm so sorry for your loss..I remember Mr Coles from Safeway and Foodlion. He always had a smile on his face and would say hello. He was such a nice man. Sending prayers to his family and friends.
Karen Hill
July 8, 2021
With Sympathy
Words can't wipe away your tears
Hugs won't ease your pain
But hold on to your memories
forever they'll remain.
Wanda Coles Jones
July 8, 2021
We as the Coles family sending our deepest Condolences to the Coles family. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
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