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Mary Cole Obituary
Mary Agnes Cole (Krusell)
She was born in Seattle, WA and was raised and lived most of her life in Lynnwood, WA. In 1978, she graduated from Meadowdale High School in Edmonds, WA. She then graduated from beauty school, where she launched a 30-year career as an hairstylist and owner/operator of two salons.
Mary had a dream of one day being a flight attendant and had recently graduated from flight attendant school where she was pursuing what would have been a promising career until retirement. Mary was an avid dancer and loved to sing, whether in the car or in a crowded venue with her many friends. Throughout Mary's life, she loved to help people and helped many selflessly. She was a foster parent for more than seven years. Recently, she started and loved the volunteer work she did at the battered women's shelter. Family meant so much to Mary. Her greatest joy in life was spending time with her children and grandchildren - they brought her such happiness.
Mary was preceded in death by her father, Don Krusell; her mother, Evelyn Krusell; and her sister, Georgia Tomlin-Fee. She is survived by her children, Andrea Cole and Adam Cain (Trish Dinwiddie); grandchildren, Gage Cole and Kaydence Cain; brothers, Tom Tomlin (Karole), Paul Tomlin (Amy), and Mike Krusell (RuthAnne); sisters, Judy Amenta (Neil), Donna DeWitt, Chris Adams (Mike), and LaDawn Mitchell.
Services will be held on Saturday, June 5, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at Puget Sound Christian Church, 8703 216th Street SW, Edmonds, WA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mary Cole
Colleen
June 20, 2010
Mary~
We met at McCabe's and I got to know you best while we were the single gals that attended Tom/Margies wedding. I remember you as the smiley gal that was loving, friendly, and a joy to talk to. I had asked about you @ one time wondering where you were as it seemed we both had took an absence from McCabe's. I'd of loved to of attended your memorial if only I had known. Today I shed a tear knowing I won't be able to be in your presence again here on earth. We had more in common then I even knew...both being past foster parents, hair stylists, and interest in flight attendant career, along with your last name being the same as my brothers. No wonder we got along so well. You keep dancing and smiling. My heart goes out to those you left behind and your memory lives on. xxoxx
Joan and Brittany
June 2, 2010
I will never forget you Mary...never. The imprint you left in my heart be there forever. Thank you for enriching my life. I will cherish my memories and hold them close.
Claudette Maybo
June 1, 2010
Mary, Mary, Mary. It is hard to believe that you are no longer here. You had enough energy to run a factory. I can still see you loading all the stuff into the storage, single handed, except for the dresser and you probably would have done that if I wasn't around. I haven't met too many people as fair in their dealings in business or relationshps as you were.I am glad to have worked with you at the salon. It was a blessing to spend time with you at La Conner in the tulip fields and visit before you left for California.I'll miss all your text messages. I do miss you and there are a lot of people feeling the loss of your heartfelt support. I am sorry I never got to see you dance as I know it was a highlight of your life.There is no stopping you now though and I am sure that you have a few of the saints doing the shuffle, or whatever, up there in the clouds. I send my condolences to your family. Keep smiling Mary, Blessings you already have....
Debby Herring
June 1, 2010
Thank you for the best times...I will miss you dearly. Your garden reflects who you are! Dance free my friend..XO
Paul
May 30, 2010
Dream your sweetest dreams, little sister.
T.W. bowyer
May 30, 2010
I will miss your laugh, the smile and just to know we were freinds is special to me. I wish I could say your in a better place, but it's just a little to soon for me. Life is wonderful thing thank you for showing me that your never to old to play and dream. R.I.P Marry
jamie,dustin,kaitlynn
May 30, 2010
you will be in our hearts forever and you will be missed by many
Stephanie Steffan
May 30, 2010
My Dear Aunt Meg,I have known you all my life-Now I have to continue the rest of my life without you,it will be hard not tosee your face at family get togethers and to feel your hugs,I love you Meg and you will remain in my heart till we meet again. You where the "Cool Aunt" to hang around with and my heart aches for you! I love you!
Leanna McLean
May 30, 2010
"Dancing faces you towards Heaven, whichever direction you turn." ~Terri Guillemets
May you now dance among the Angels Momma Mary - Rest In Peace Friend. HUGS!!!!!!!
Adam, Trish, Kay Cain
May 30, 2010
R.I.P. Mom. We think about you everyday. Your memory will live with us forever. I still can't beleive you are gone. Please keep us safe while watching over us. Love you so much. Adam, Trish and Kaydence...
May 29, 2010
I met Mary 21 years ago. She truly did love her family and included me in some of the family events. I enjoyed meeting her mother and siblings with their famiies. There were so many it got a little confusing.
My prayer is that your wonderful memories of your mother, aunt and sister will help to soften her tragic death. Pat Echternkamp(Mountlake Terrace)
Teresa Padilla (Meyer)
May 28, 2010
Mary 37+ years you have been a true friend in my sisters life. You found in her what she could not see, she loved you unconditionally and without judgement, together I would say that is a match made in Heaven. You will truly be missed everytime she looks to her friend to share a story, go dancing with, eat dinner or just simple girl talk. And to my sister, I Love You and am deeply sorry for your loss.
Kelly Stevenson
May 26, 2010
Oh Mary you will be missed. We met years ago when I walked into your shop and you cut my hair. Little did I know, we would become friends. I moved away, but we met again when you came to volunteer at the D.V. shelter. You touched so many lives and gave hope to the women when you co-facilitated the support group with me. I was pregnant the last time we spoke. You were so excited to meet little Katie when she arrived. I am deeply saddened the she will not have the pleasure of knowing such a great woman. I hope you found up there, the peace and happiness that you brought to so many lives down here. You will be thought of often and I will never forget the sound of your wonderfully infectious laughter.
May 26, 2010
You will always be in my heart. Donna Roeper
Pamela Stang
May 26, 2010
My dearest Mary, Thank you for being you! Your energy and support through out the dance community will not be forgotten. As my friend, you will always have a special place in my heart. Love you always Pamela Stang. Mustang Sally rides on and I can seeing you dancing the electric slide in Heaven and everyone thought it was the Angels bowling making all that thunder. Little did they know about us Country Western angels. "Mustang"
kathleen woods
May 25, 2010
Aunt meg you were an amazing person. I promise to never forget you. I love you!!!
Bonnie January
May 25, 2010
Mary's joy and energy were boundless and touched the lives of so many. I'm so grateful for our chance meeting. I feel like I'm a better person for having known her.
Kristine Hovde
May 25, 2010
Dance like no one is watching.
Sing like no one is listening.
Love like you have never been hurt.
And live like it's heaven on earth.
So many years and so many memories.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Kristine and Amanda Hovde
Gina & Wally Armstrong
May 25, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jen Armstrong-Stanton
May 25, 2010
Andrea, Adam, and family...I am so sorry! Mary was such a great friend to our family for many years. She was such an amazing person. She will be greatly missed by all of us here in Idaho. Andrea and Adam she will always be with you, watching out as your gaurdian angel. Keep the memories close to your heart. We love you guys!
Cathy Sparks
May 25, 2010
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind be always at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face;
the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again,
may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
I miss you sooo much girlfriend.....
love/hugs/kisses
Cathy Sparks BFF
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