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Mardi Cole Parmenter
July 18, 2020
My Daddy is missed every day❤❤❤ God bless you always until we meet again Give Momma a kiss from me❤❤❤Mardi
Mardi Cole Parmenter
July 16, 2019
In loving memory of my wonderful Daddy We will love you and miss you always. GOD blessed me so much for having you as my Dad and I know how much you are loved and missed by all of us❤❤❤❤ Another 7/17 just do not want to remember how horrible that day was when you left this world and Entered Heaven! Horrible for us JOYFUL FOR YOU❤❤❤❤ Love you Forever and ever❤❤❤ Mardi
James Heffernan
September 17, 2011
I guess late is better than never. As a child I was friends with this family and this man towered above all others and not just by stature. He was a solid definition of the word man and he has always been a part of my memories of Friendswood Tx. God bless all of you in your losses. Harry jr and Danny are locked away in my heart as well.
Mardi Cole Parmenter
December 31, 2010
Daddy now that Danny has joined you and Harry, I hope you are all keeping an extra eye on Mother! She is so tired and needs a true rest from the worry and concerns of planning Danny's graveside service!
I am in deep sadness that Danny left this world so soon, but since he is with you all, I know that God is looking out for us, too!!
Love and miss you all so much, and Danny, Welcome HOME!!
Love so very much,
Mardi
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Betty Cole
April 9, 2010
April 2010 -- My Dearest Husband---
How I miss you so -- everyday -- all day long -- you are in my heart and on my mind -- I will always love you! I pray to God in Heaven that you and our Harry are together and waiting for us to join you. I love you both so very much!
Big blue eyed Connor 8/29/05
MARDI COLE PARMENTER
June 21, 2009
Daddy, I miss you so much! I hear your voice whenever I think of you!! I miss you and Harry so much-for that matter, we are all just too busy for our own goods!! I never see my brothers-I am so looking forward to Mustang football season! I will John and David every week at the games! This season is for Andrew to shine as the star!! HE IS SO GOOD AT WHAT HE DOES!!
Connor, Valerie and Stanton came over to my house for supper today, I went over to Perry's and let them do the BBQ for me-it was great. Connor is my shining glory-I know how special even more now that your grandchildren were to you-he makes my heart SING just seeing him and joy he has to SEE me!! Connor is so much like Valerie was his ripe age of 3 years and 10 months, he will 4 (WOW) 8/29!! Very smart, a little bossy with other kids to keep them on the track and has to be the center of attention! He is going to go to the Pre-Kindergarten program at First Baptist Pearland this fall, regular school work 8-3:30 everyday. When they have closed days for school, he will back to his current day care at Valerie's office, at Halliburton off Beltway 8 an Bellaire in SW Houston. I pick him up weekly to have our play date evening, and it is usually McDonald's night, but he sometimes picks Chickfila'-but the 2 or so hours we have to play is just a blast for me!!
Oh, Daddy watch over me and my dear family, and know that I love you forever and ever, and one day in heaven we will all know the joy that you and Harry have now! I miss you everyday!!
BIG HUGS and LOVE from your only Daughter!!
Mardi
Mrs. Harry Cole
December 26, 2008
My Husband: Another Christmas without you and our boy Harry. We shared so many many happy ones together and I try to remember all the really good times to get me thru this because there were so many. I was driving home yesterday and couldn't help but think how much I'd give to go home and find you happy in the kitchen cooking. Christmas was something that you grew into ---I know you had some sweet but lean ones growing up in S.C. and it took awhile but it meant so much to you to make the kids and grandkids happy. I remember all the Christmas eves you spent hours and hours putting toys together for the kids from Santa. The toys always seemed to come in hundreds of tiny pieces but you you always found a way to get them all together. Santa always worked hard that night! I remember how happy you were the Christmas that we moved here and you bought and put up Mardi's canopy bed. It made you happier than even she. Christmas was a joy for you when we had the kids to make happy. You might be wearing holes in your socks but you wanted your kids to have a great Christmas. Whenever you could put together bicycles for the boys. Remember when you put together bicycles for the boys and we hid them at Carol's and Charlie's and they were so so surprised because they wanted them so much but they couldn't find them? That is happiness! Then when the kids were older we had our famous Harry Cole's Christmas eve parties when all the kids friends were here and dear Morna. Lordy we had wonderful times. Then when we had Valerie here and she would entertain her Grand-Daddy by sitting in boxes from presents and giving you a hard time helping her dress for bed. Then we had David and Cole and how you enjoyed all the kids! Then we had all of our David's kids and you were in Heaven -- more kids to make happy. You always wanted to teach them so much -- you just loved being with them. Having famly for Christmas -- your family was all that mattered. I thank the Lord that you were here long enough for the grandkids to know what a wonderful special Grand-Daddy they had and even tho they didn't have you to teach them everything you wanted to -you are in them and they are so much like you! One of the most precious gifts you gave me was to have this family that I can hug and know I still have you here with me.
They should be like you -- your children certainly are. We miss you and Harry so much there are no words. We do know we'll be together again and for that we thank God in Heaven. I thank you so much my dear for all the precious memories.
You have had John Vickery and King Butler and Sandra and Frank join you this last year. We miss them so much! Danny and I lost a dear and special Angel in our lives when we lost our Sandra. King was always there for me as was John. I like to think of you all together now -- still taking care of us! I will always love you - always! Thank you for all you gave me and our family my dearest.
Your wife -- B.
With special love from Danny John and David.
Betty Cole
June 17, 2008
Family: The preceding poem I'm sure your Daddy and Grand-Daddy would want for you all.
Love, Mama and Grand-mother
Betty Cole
June 17, 2008
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2008
Betty Cole
June 17, 2008
My Dearest, another Father's Day without you. Very hard on all of us!
We hope you and our Harry and David and my Daddy and all the family in Heaven had a great one!
I found a photo of you and the boys
out in the garage doing your BBQ when they were so young! You never let a thing let like rain stop you! Thanks to you -- we still have your BBQ -- you taught Danny so well.
I can hardly believe in King Butler and John Vickery passing away within months of each other. Maybe you had them to have Father's Day with you all in Heaven. If so, it must have been a grand party. Like you so deverve!
It breaks my heart that you arn't here to share the grandkids growing up and being successful. THAT they got from you. I KNOW you are watching over all of us. How could you not? Thats what you always did when you were here for us and you still are taking care of us. I thank God in Heaven he granted all of us the treasure we had in having you be the best man we could have ever asked for to be my husband -- the kids Daddy and oh! How you love your Grandkids. Family ALWAYS meant the most of anything in your life -- the happiest days you had were when you could give our kids long stories about your growing up in S.C. and when they really wanted something you bought it for their Christmas or for their Birthdays. You were as happy as they were even if you worked long hours and did without yourself. Our family always meant the most to you and you were always here for us! We miss you and Harry so much! I find comfort just seeing the boys -- they are all just as good and loving as you and I see you in their faces. A very large part of you --including Mardi-- will always be here in this world and may grant us that when we pass on --- the only place we want is to be with you and Harry. I love you!!
Your B.
Mardi Parmenter
April 25, 2008
Daddy, today is a day that is sad for a few of my patients families. One of my ladies lost her battle with lung cancer on April 11, her sister brought over wonderful baked goods to thank us for caring for her sister. The other is one of my breast cancer ladies that survived the cancer, treatment but her Mom passed 2 days ago, and she had breast cancer too. I have so many survivors, and I am so blessed to be working with these amazing people, they just make my days have mostly joy. But I NEVER care for any one of them or their family members, that I don't feel the love, care and sadness that they all have for the patient suffering with these illnesses. If Mother and all of us had had 14 months to let you leave, it would have been so much easier for us, but not for YOU!!! My poor lady had so much cancer and so many needles and yet she never wanted to stop the battle!!! She was able to win many battles, but not the major war her body had going on in her.
Connor is 2 years and 8 months old now, and what a baseball player is already!! His bat, ball, mit and hat are his must outfit at home, and he is really good! Stanton is such a major athelete, and Connor really has it going on! He is so smart, he does what my David did when he was little, if you tell him why he cannot do something the way is but tell him how to do it the right way, he stops, thinks with the blue eyes shining and the wheels turning in his head, and he gets it done!! He just lights my world up like the sun never could-he is JUST THE BEST!!! And he laughs a lot, he tells me" Mimi, you are so silly!" and we just go at the laughing!!! OUR weekly date is at "Old McDonalds" (his name for his favorite play place), and we go there on Tuesdays after work. I pick him up at his day care-that is so cool because he is so happy to see me-then we rock and roll to the OLD MCDONALDS, with him about to pop with excitement!! Then we stay about an hour, and it is so fun!
Cole is going to graduate from Friendswood High school on June 1 turn 18 years old on June 5 and leave for a Mission Trip to Ethiopia, for 2 weeks on June 8th (Valerie will be 28 that day!). I am so proud of him, he is just a fantastic guy-but why Ethiopia?? He is going with a group of other new HS grads, 15 or so young people with a passion to tell the world about Jesus, will leave from Houston for the adventure of their life!! But he also works at the computer software company that brought us back to Friendswood from Bryan, where Mark and Valerie succeeded so well, and now he is building and learning about software, so YOUR legacy goes on!!! David is still an Honor student at UH in chemistry. He is so smart!! His girlfriend is so wonderful, Tammy is just funny, talented and about to grad from UH with a Marketing degree-her goal is to be the head of a NON-PROFIT agency helping children some how-really special young lady! She graduates on Sat, 5/10/08, the day after Manuel grads-what a great weekend we will have with all this fun and success!!! Cole is going to San Jac for the first few semesters, even though he was accepted to Houston Baptist University, he just wants to get the basics at a much better cost! What a wise young man!!!
I wish you, Harry and Jeannie were here! To say we miss you 3 is just such an understatement, but I can tell you we think of you everyday, and talk of you often! Cole has Harry's laid back smart brain attitude about life, and he is the main sound/light guy at church, too-he just has the electronics in the blood!!! All the music/lighting things are controlled on the computer system, so thus why the software is so important to him. Valerie is so successful with Haliburton, she has just tranferred to new group so that she can Project Management even bigger accounts, with a promotion and raise to go with the responsibilities. Stanton came home after a long year in Kuwait, but he is a Major he got his orders to return to the 75th Brigade at Ellington, so he is safely stationed back where he gets to work and live in Pearland with his family!!! Praise the Lord!!
Give Harry and Jean a BIG hug for us, we miss them so much-but you ALL are never forgotten about.
Betty Cole
January 11, 2008
My dearest Husband Harry:
Tonight, for the first time I was able to go thru all the wonderful letters for you --- used to be all I did was cry so I guess I am just all cried out -- at least for tonight. Mardi did a wonderful thing when she set this up for you---so perfect -- Harry Cole , who never crossed paths with the main frame of a computer -- that you could not install or repair.
I am so missing you especially when it comes to being the day our son Harry passed away -- at least I have no doubt he is there with you and all the family -- and you are keeping him safe -- just as you always did for us. As you continue to take care of us. I know you and Harry are watching, amazed as I am, as our wonderful grandchildren grow and accomplish so much. They have you in them -- how can they fail? Thank you for giving me and the world such a wonderful family. Family always came First with you and with our Harry. Every time I get a chance to put my arms around any of them, I know in my heart what you would have given to stay with us and I always always do it for you and for Harry. I know thats what you both would want. Mardi and David continue to work too much -- Danny and John keep me going. No small job-- you know that. I miss your stories-- at night when I set here missing you -- I remember your stories and sometimes I get to repeat them to Danny and John. You were a magnificent story teller -- with that memory of yours that never forgot anything. If the good Lord sees fit -- I long for the day when you can tell me them all over again. Please give Harry a hug for all of us -- the 12th is a hard day for all of us. We love you both so very much! I will always love you -- but you know that. I still wait for either of you to come in the front door again -- Harry, who always always brought gifts every time he came. He always looked dressed so fine -- he was so much like you. He had your eyes -- I remember when the kids were young -- they would tease him about that he could talk me into anything with those eyes. Very True! No matter how many times life thru him a curve -- he's just stand up and start over again. The mark of a true strong man. He was named after you and he got that from you. I love you both so much -- I pray you are both in Heaven with the peace and love you both so deserve. I miss you so much!
LOVE FOREVER --
Your B.
Coles 1952 with Lida's Lloyd
Danny Cole
July 20, 2007
Well Daddy, it's been 5 years and I finally talked myself into leaving a few thoughts. Needless to say, I do miss you and wish I could spend just one more minute with you here. Like all of us who love you, you've left me with many great memories that cross my mind often. You were always a great Father, leader, and example to all of us, and your influence will be felt forever. You'd be so proud of all of your grandchildren, as well as Ma, Mardi, David and John. I know you have a smile on your face. :) Miss ya Daddy.
Mrs. Harry Cole
June 20, 2007
My Dearest Husband: Its almost 5 years now since you went to your reward. I know you are with us when you can and I know how you must marvel at how wonderful your kids and grandkids are doing. I am writing this now as I know this July 17 will be every hard as the last ones were -- I didn't want you to be here to suffer -- you deserved so much better -- but oh, my darling, I miss you so! I added poems this year just for you and the grandkids -- I know the one you would so like to say to them were you here to say it. We will always love and miss you until we are together again in Heaven. Everytime I look at our sons (Mardi got stuck with looking like me) and grandkids --- I see you in so many ways. You left behind a mighty legacy. I love you! Your B.
Mrs. Harry D. Cole
June 20, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Philip Cole
November 6, 2006
To the greatest Granddady that a grandson could ever ask for. For all the wisdom and advice that you shared with me throughout the years. You were a positive impact on everyone that you came around be even more so on the people closest to you. I recently attended the family reunion in South Carolina. The memories of those bonzai, 20 or so hour trips straight through to South Carolina will never be forgotten. We had so much fun and spent valued, precious time together that can never be replaced. I feel honored to speak on the behalf of a who was respected by so many. Granddady, I love you and know that you are watching over me and the rest of our wonderful family. I know that some day we will meet up again and share some more wonderful time together.
Mardi Cole Parmenter
July 25, 2006
Daddy, I cannot believe that it has been 4 years since I had to say goodbye for now, and since Mother had to really begin to live without half of her heart!!
I spent my week with the wonderful children that have had or are fighting cancers, 32 of the bravest children/people you could ever meet!
They had so much fun--just forgot about cancer most of the day!We had to deal with a terrible heat wave, and no one got heat stroke or exhaustion that I was afraid of!! BUT I can tell you, I am so much your stubborn daughter. I really wanted to stay for the "after camp steak BBQ" with the adults that give so much to these children all year long, and I wanted to come HOME so much also. SO I did both!! Mark was like, you got to be kidding, just check into the Holiday Inn and get a good night sleep!!! BUT I wanted to come home and so I talked with lots of folks on my cell to keep me busy while I drove home. I left Tyler at 9pm or so and got home around 2am--coming home on 59 is so much better than 45--NOT SO BORING!! BUT Mark was waiting for me, and God and YOU got me home safe and sound!! I got gas in Lufkin at a Exxon where lots of police were stopping for coffee, so I got my gas safely, and my PT got me home safe and sound!!!!
Valerie, Connor, and I are going to the COLE family reunion that Uncle Henry and crew are organizing for 9/30/06. Connor will be 13 months old and LOTS OF FUN!! He is such a tease, loves to laugh and has twinkle in those BLUE eyes that could melt metal!!!! They sure melt me! I adore him!
You have 3 awesome grandchilren in my kids! Valerie is so smart and successful with Halliburton, you must be so proud of her--she is just the computer guru like you and Mark. David was Inducted into the National College Honor Society for his grades, volunteerism and the Honors program he is in at U OF H Main campus. Cole is very active in the church youth program, helping anyone and everyone however he can. He is such a sweet, smart young man. He passed drivers ed, finally got him there, with flying colors, and he is driving very well.
Mark and Stanton may come along to the family reunion, too, they want to go fishing around Myrtle Beach---they are looking into the opportunities. We can get a good price on SW Airlines since we can book early, so we will rent a car and drive from Raliegh/Durham, NC. On 8/29/06, Connor will be 1 and that weekend after is Labor Day Weekend. Stanton's parents are coming down from Steelville, MO, and we are celebrating all of the birthdays that are special--most of all CONNOR STANTON HOUSE!!! My birthday is 9/1 and Stanton is 9/6---------so the beer will flow and the BBQ will cook, it will be so much fun!!!!!!!!!! YOU AND HARRY WILL BE SO MISSED, AS ALWAYS AND NOT FORGOTTEN!!!
I have to tell you, remembering some adventures of the many car trips we took as I was growing up kept me laughing and awake on my drive home, and of course I only remember the good stuff---like Scarlet in GWTW, "I'll think of anything bad tomorrow!"!!!
I love you dearly, miss you terribly and will let you know how the 1st BIRTHDAY celebration goes!!!! Give Harry a hug for me! The gravesite is so pretty, I go there at least 1 time a month, just to say HI, but I talk to you, as you know, all the time, the graveside visits are for my human side that likes to SEE where you 2 are!!! BUT you are in my heart, a much better place!!
Love you dealy, Daddy, rest well!!!
YOUR ONE AND ONLY DAUGHTER!!!
MARDI LYNN
Mrs. Harry Cole
July 16, 2006
So many, many hours, days, weeks and now 4 years of missing you ---loving you, needing you! I have no idea how I have lasted this long without you -- you will always be my love, my life!
Danny is so so sick now and I know our Father in Heaven and you and Harry are doing all you can to help him and to give us the strength to go on. John --he tries so hard to be here for both of us and you know how much we need him because we don't have you two here with us. I would give everything I have if I could just have you put your arms around me one more time and tell me its going to be O.K. I always told you I could not live without you ---now we both know -- I only keep going because I know you want me to--to be here for our Danny and John. Mardi and David and all the grandchildren miss you everyday also and will never ever forget your love for all of us! God grant you peace and rest, my love! Your Wife, Mrs. Harry D. Cole
Mrs. Harry Cole
January 12, 2006
1-12-2006
Another year gone by since our Harry went to his reward in Heaven and left us all with broken hearts because we were not ready to say good-bye to him, we needed him to be with us for so many, many reasons--most of all being we love him so. I know he was waiting to welcome his beloved Daddy to Heaven when he arrived. I know his Daddy was so happy to see him once again. We celebrate your life, dear son and brother, and we thank the good Father in Heaven for allowing us to have you -- if only for a short 38 years. You taught us so much with your kindness, wisdom and generosity. I pray the Lord you have a place in Heaven with Daddy and all the Family and that you have the peace and good health you earned so well in the short time we had you with us. The only thing that keeps us going is knowing you both are together. We miss you both so very much. We will love you both forever and will never forget --one day we will be together again.
Then our hearts will be right and full again -- not always living with the pain of not being with you both. God Bless and Keep You, my dear dear Son. Your Ma. Danny, John, and the family.
Betty Cole
December 24, 2005
My dearest--- Christmas Eve - Another Christmas without joy and happiness -- without you and Harry. You would be planning our Christmas eve party -- ready and happy to cook most of the day so the kids and family and friends would have a table full of your Christmas chili and maybe BBQ and always your special cheese dip and egg nog and Morna would be with us and have "one of Harry's special drinks" with you. Without you both-- Christmas will never be the same -- not for any of us. Mardi and Family will be so enjoying baby Connor's first Christmas and
Lordy, how I know you would be enjoying him. I know you are with us some way and you will always be with us in our thoughts and hearts. Sharon and the boys miss you so very much especially on days like this. I know you are having a real Cole Christmas together in Heaven -- rest in peace my love. Your Wife, Until the 12th of Never. Remember we sang that together? Its so true. So true.
Mrs. Harry Cole
October 15, 2005
October 9,2005
One more birthday you were supposed to be with us but we know you are celebrating in Heaven with our Harry and all the family. John and I went over and decorated the cemetery -- went over the day before as I knew I wouldn't have the strength on Sunday. Danny would have been there but its just too hard on him. We miss you so very much and will love you forever and a day. I was just too upset to write this on your BD -- I know you understand and I know you are with us when you can be. Today --the 15th-- is your wonderful "MUH's" BD and the day we lost your dear brother Jimmy and our always sweet Jeannie. The only comfort we have is in knowing you are all together in Heaven. No more pain -- no more sorrows.
John Vichery called -- Barry always send us a card -- King still misses you also. So many do! You are the heart of our family. John is nearing graduation-- he knows he is fullfilling yours and the Father's wish for him. That gives him so much strength to keep going.
God bless and keep you, my love. Your B.
Mrs. Harry Cole
August 4, 2005
Remembering --- My Husband--
I miss your story-telling -- I miss watching you get ready for work --always tucking in your shirt the correct way -- kiss goodbye and smell your wonderful Old Spice -- I miss having you call and say -- I'll be home in 20 mins. -- I miss you putting your wonderful long arms around me and telling me everything is going to be alright even tho I am losing it -- miss your notes saying --I love you, Baby -- I miss your deep voice -- your loving being with the grand-kids so much -- the way you always emptied the dishwasher for me -- you always knowing the right thing to do -- I miss you cooking for us -- always something great -- I miss going on another trip with you and how we would sing together -- ON THE ROAD AGAIN--we had so much fun going on trips and dancing so many times on Saturday nights -- at Paul Berlins and the Warwick and the Shamrock and even at some of the hotels we stayed at on our trips-- we'd dance almost 4 hours straight and be so happy! We went to the last dance at the Shamrock - Glenn Miller's Band -- and the last time we went dancing was the same band in Huntsville -- after that -- your poor legs were just in too much pain -- I'll always remember every dance -- the first time we saw and danced to Ronnie Renfro's Band -- and the many times after. So many dear, dear memories but too many more for now --I am too close to crying. I miss you -- every hour -everyday!
I know you miss us too! Your Wife, B.
Mrs. Harry Cole
July 21, 2005
My Love: Three long, very lonely years since I had to kiss you goodbye -- its not really goodbye--just until we meet again. We celebrate your life and thank the good Lord that we had you --special, special YOU to love and to love us and always protect us.
We know you will always be with us in Spirit and in our hearts--until we are together again forever.
Your Wife, Betty
Your children and grand-children
WE WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU!!
Valerie Jean House
July 13, 2005
Granddaddy,
I haven't written an entry in some time. WOW how life has changed since your passing. Stanton and I are married now and expecting our little boy Connor around my mom's 50th birthday. I know you would be so thrilled to be a Great-Granddaddy and I know you will watch over me and Connor as he comes into the world. We all miss you so much but I know you are still with us.
Love,
Mardi Cole Parmenter
July 12, 2005
Daddy,
Just wanted to tell you I think of you so much every day, but this week of dates has so many memories of your last week on earth with us and all you did to feel better!!! The weekend before the 7/17, I have the memory of your plea to go home from the ICU at St John's, I still cannot go to that Hospital, too many memories of you leaving with us in my new PT Crusier in your socks and the joy you had to be going home, and the next time you were on your death bed and everything just happened too fast!!!
Never a day goes by that your memory is not a part of my day--for so many wonderful reasons!!
Keep your watchful eyes over Valerie, Stanton is in Wisconsin for 10 days with his job, they have not been apart that long before, and your first great-grandson, Connor is VERY active and growing fast, he will be here very soon!!!
Love you forever!!!
Your only Daughter!!!
Mardi Cole Parmenter
April 24, 2005
Daddy,
Well, I haven't written in such a long time, at least in the update department, I have to really get caught up!! Christmas was a very joyous time, we all could not believe that Houston/Friendswood got 4-7 inches of snow, honest--it was so much fun on Christmas eve!!! All my sons had a blast making snowmen on the trunks and hoods of the cars! Galveston got 7-9 inches and lasted for a week in the shade, it was great! On 12/27, Mark and I celebrated our 30th wedding anniversary, we stayed in the Coppersmith Inn in Galveston for 2 days, just enjoyed resting and not having any other obligations to anyone else except each other! THEN in Jan, 2005, Valerie and Stanton found out our first GRANDCHILD is on the way--hurray!! On April 8th the ultrasound showed a fine, healthy BOY is on the way 8/23/05-9/3/05. We shall see, but I would love
CONNOR STANTON HOUSE
being born on 9/1/05 my 50th birthday--that would be awesome!! You would love the Baby website that Valerie and Stanton keep for all of us to read and add our thoughts, it is right up you alley with the latest computer communication tool--also Valerie can add the ultrasound photos for everyone to enjoy, it is way cool!!!
David decided to go to Blinn in Bryan, and in the fall he transfers to UT Austin, so he did come to his senses and stay in Texas! Cole still succeeds in High School, and Mark and I keep working fast and furious!!
God Blesses all of us each and everyday, and I know you are my gaurdian angel in every step I take. Please keep a close eye on David, he is doing so much better in communicating his feelings!!!
Love and Miss you forever, your daughter---
Sharon Cole
April 23, 2005
Dearest Grand-Daddy ---
I miss you in the morning -- I miss you in the night and I really miss you everyweekend -- we all wish you could drive in our drive-way and come take us for an adventure just like you always did. We LOVE YOU Grand-Daddy -- we miss you so much!!
Mrs. Harry Cole
April 23, 2005
4-22-2005
Another BD of mine without you ----
Danny and John took me out to eat like you used to do --- I kept seeing you sitting with us -I miss you so!!!
Elizabeth Cole
December 7, 2004
My Dearest Husband: I haven't written here in such a long time --
it just reminded me too much of the time we lost you. You took my heart with you --- I will never be me again without you by my side. The grandkids are doing good but never once do they have a special day that they don't wish so very much you were here --- I tell them -- I know you are --- You would never be happy in Heaven if you couldn't be with them and all of us when we really need you and so I know God allows you to be here if only for awhile. I know this is so. I am trying to do what you would want me to do --- we all are. I finally am close to getting a proper marker up for you and our Harry -- its so so hard to do without you to tell me the right way to do it. I am making it like you asked -- a place your family could always come to lean on you with our happy days and sad days alike. Thats all you wanted.
I love you so -- miss you so -- there are no words to say how much!
Wait for me. Your B.
Mardi Cole Parmenter
November 23, 2004
Daddy,another Holiday Season is coming, Thanksgiving, and the time goes by much too fast. Valerie and Stanton were here over this last weekend for our family celebration and thanksgiving for all our earthly blessings, and we thanked God for all we have and all we are!!!
David is going to transfer to Oklahoma University in Norman,in the Spring (which is the Jan,05)semester! He is determined to succeed in a place far away from the comfort of Friendswood! He will succeed, he is so smart and he is so much like my dear father. He takes so much into himself and tries to settle it all alone, and his decision to leave the "comfort" of the University of Houston is amazing to Mark and I. But he did all the transferring paperwork and accomplished the necessary processes to be accepted to OU! I will contact Ed Pratt to get him to be my contact for David in the big state of Oklahoma!!!
Cole is doing so well at FHS. He has become a great young man, and wants to be a science teacher-amazing!!! God has blessed Mark and I so much!!
Valerie and Stanton are having a great start to their marriage. They are going to Dallas for the holiday weekend to be with their good fiends, Mike and Sarah Moore, and their 3 daughters.After Valerie graduates in May 2005, I feel sure that the baby will be on the next list to start! They are ready, but I am also glad they have some time to just be newlyweds for awhile, since parenting last the rest of your life!!!!
You are thought of everyday and missed so much. Jean had her birthday last weekend, 11/21/57, she would have been 48, and I know that you 2 must pass on the golden walkway up there in Heaven--with all the wonderful family members that you are with, you are not alone up there!!!
We will think of you throughout the holiday and everyday in all that we do and accomplish---your love is always with us!!!
Love your daughter-
Mardi
Henry Cole
August 9, 2004
Even after two years, the loneliness remains. Even now when I walk through my door, I instinctively check my phone messages hoping to hear, "Hey Henry, this is Harry. It's about...oh, 6:22 your time. How about giving me a holler when you get in." The call would be returned, of course, and would last for hours. Two or three times a week this call would reoccur.
So what in the world was left to talk about after years of this pattern? Well, it seems that I was constantly trying to impress him with some new thought or idea while he was forever trying to bring me back down to earth. This progressive/conservative exchange fueled many a conversation. But mainly, we simply wanted to be near each other. After having been raised almost as twins, then seperated for years in our career pursuits, we both longed for that closeness again. As a result, we both became nostalgia buffs; rehashing the same experiences over and over. Even the long pauses in our telephone conversations were not awkward at all; they were comforting to us. The night that Mardi and Mark brought Harry home from the ICU, he sought his easy chair and telephone...He called me. He was obviously hoping his comfortable surroundings would make him feel better. I could tell he was very ill. I told him that I was coming to Friendswood. He said, "No...Not yet." I didn't understand the "Not yet" part but didn't question it.
I think a person's greatness can be measured by how much they are missed when they are gone. Harry, you are still a great man!
Your loving brother,
Betty, David, Danny, John Cole
July 16, 2003
Our dearest husband and Daddy:
If tears could build a stairway,
and memories a lane,
we'd walk right up to Heaven,
and bring you home again.
One year ago today--on Wed. --- the hardest day we ever had when we could do nothing but let you go!
We miss you --- we will always love you!! Rest well, my love!
Your family
Mardi
July 15, 2003
Daddy, this last weekend was such a sad and happy memory for me, Saturday was the 1st anniversary since Mark and I went to St John's ICU to take you home, because you "could not stay in that place any longer!" I knew in my nurses training that you should stay for your heart,that you were in NO shape to go home, but your beautiful blue eyes were so very sad in ICU and just as you NEVER ever wanted me to be sad, I could not let you be sad when I could make the "problem" go away by taking you home!!! Mark got the car, you put on your socks,your shoes were not there,(Mother took them home thinking you did not need them!)you were dressed when I got there,so we got the wheelchair for you and the SMILE on your face and the JOY in your EYES told me Mark and I were doing the right thing!!!! YOU loved my PT Cruiser, and we had a great,too fast trip home. Mother opened the door,the looked on her face was amazing, we could have knocked her over with a feather,(she thought you were IN ICU) and you RAN into the house with such happiness!!
I never saw that JOY again, only saddness to be on that ventilator,the day you died, and then your eyes were closed, but only here on earth.I know that you are with me in everything I do, and in all that my heart gives to my patients, I know that the compassion I have is such a part of you!!!
I learned it from how you helped David and I save baby birds that fell from trees in New York, how you called the fire dept in Ilion to save my cat from the tree, the day Mother took all of us to the park in Long Beach, and we came home with Cindy, such a great dog, and you let her stay, and how we looked for my pregnant cat again in the desert with all of our hearts broken that we lost her.
You and Mother traveled from California to Texas with 5 kids, dogs, cats and way too much going on, but you let me love all the animals and take care of them!!! YOU are the greatest DADDY I could ever had, and I will love you forever and ever!!!
ME
Betty Cole
July 14, 2003
My Dearest Husband:
One year ago was the last Sunday we had you here at home. You said I was strong but I never knew until you went to Heaven that all my strength came from having you near. You were my Knight in Shining Armor. We know you are at rest and happy in Heaven with Harry and the family --- but we will never forget how you fought to stay with us. I will always remember. Until the Twelveth of Never, my love! Your B.
Betty Cole
July 11, 2003
July 11, 2003
The date of the 17th draws nearer and I know you haven't been able to put your arms around me and tell me everything will be O.K. for almost a year. I miss you, my love, I miss you --- every hour, every day. I know you are still protecting us from Heaven as much as you can because you always protected us. I miss you so!!
We all do--but you know that, don't you? We know you miss us the same way. We will be together again --- just as we promised!
Your B.
Mardi Cole Parmenter
April 9, 2003
Daddy and Harry have been so missed and now the Easter season is coming, and another holiday that Daddy and Harry are not here! I do so wonder when the day will come when the holidays won't hurt so much?
Please keep the Cole family in your prayers and don't hesitate to add your thoughts and prayers for all of us on this website!!!
God Bless everyone that Daddy loved and was loved by him!!!
Genny Frith
January 22, 2003
HARRY: I just want you to know we are still thinking about you and wishing you were here. We all love you VERY much. I know you are in Heaven with lots of family and friends who love you as much as we do. Tell "little" Harry Hi and we miss him very much too. Tell Mama and Daddy we love and miss them very much and we know they are with you too. They love you both so much --
LOVE YOU HARRY.
Love,
Tiny and the Gang
Betty Cole
January 20, 2003
Six months ago we lost our precious husband, Daddy and Grand-Daddy. Five years ago, we lost our dearest son, brother and Uncle, -- Harry. Our lives, our world is so, so empty without you. You are missed so very much!! We know you are together in Heaven but OH! What we would give to have you with us if only for a little while. We love you so much --- miss you so much!!
LOVE FOREVER,
Your loving wife and Harry's Ma and all the Family that wouldn't be here if not for a GOOD man named Harry Cole!!
Mardi Cole Parmenter
January 17, 2003
Daddy has been gone for 6 months today, and I cannot believe how much harder it gets every month-we need continued prayers to lift us up to God's dear love and protection!
Mardi Cole Parmenter
December 18, 2002
Christmas is going to be a very blessed time and a very sad time all at the same time, without this wonderful man, Daddy! The Colts won the Superbowl and Matthew and Andrew are in seventh heaven, and everyone knows Grand-Daddy was there watching all the plays and cheering loudly from his cloud in heaven!!!:) God Bless all the Cole's and keep us safe throughout this Blessed time of year!
xoxoxoxo Mardi
Mardi Cole Parmenter
October 17, 2002
Today is the 3rd month since my Daddy passed away, and last Wednesday, 10/09/02 would have been his 66th birthday. I missed the opportunity to tell him HAPPY BIRTHDAY last year, so I sent a huge prayer to heaven to wish him a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY this year, and I know that HEAVEN is the BEST!:):)
Love forever,
Mardi
EDITH COLE
September 15, 2002
I FIRST MET HARRY IN 1977 WHEN I MARRIED HIS BROTHER, DAVID. WHEN HARRY CAME TO OUR HOME HE ALWAYS SEEM TO ENJOY BEING IN THE KITCHEN COOKING A POT OF CHILI, A POT OF BEANS AND FRYING FAT BACK, SITTING AROUND OUR TABLE AND TALKING WHILE HE WAS COOKING. HARRY WAS ALWAYS A CALM, STABLE MAN. ONE OF THE MOST MEMORABLE TIMES I REMEMBER WAS IN 1980 WHEN DAVID AND I FLEW TO TEXAS TO VISIT WITH BETTY AND HARRY. ONE OF THE NIGHTS WE WERE THERE HARRY COOKED ALL NIGHT AND WE SAT OUT IN THE BACK YARD ALL NIGHT AND TALKED. I HAVE ALWAYS FELT VERY CLOSE TO BETTY AND HARRY.
DAVID, HARRY AND HENRY TALKED ON A THREE WAY CONVERSATION ALMOST EVERY FRIDAY OR SATURDAY NIGHT FOR TWENTY YEARS AND I KNOW THAT HE AND DAVID ARE DOING JUST THAT IN HEAVEN NOW.
I WILL MISS HIM.
EDITH F. COLE
CADES, S. C.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2002
Mardi Cole Parmenter
September 2, 2002
To all my beloved family and in the memory of my dearest FATHER--
Today is my 47th birthday, and for all of my 47 years I have known total security and love from Daddy and Mother, and total joy in all my successes and amazing encoureagement for my trials, what few I have ever had! I can tell you in the last days of my father's life, my love and respect for him multiplied so much, for he was given a mountain of reasons why he could not live through the terrible diseases in his body, yet he was DETERMINED IN ALL WAYS POSSIBLE, to fight all the way, and fight he did, to the last breathe that he took!!!
Through this great love and respect that I will forever have in my heart, I can never stop missing what Daddy was to me and to my 3 children, he will always be "GRAND-DADDY"!!! God Bless and Keep you, Daddy, until we meet again in the Glories of Heaven!!!
Love forever,
your only daughter,
Mardi
John Cole
August 22, 2002
John to Daddy:
THE GREATEST MAN I KNOW
WHAT IS A DAD
BUT ONE WHO HAS KEPT YOU FROM FEELING SAD
WHAT IS A DAD
BUT ONE WHO HAS ALWAYS MADE YOU GLAD
WHAT IS A FATHER
BUT ONE WHO NEVER THINKS YOU ARE A BOTHER
MORE THAN THIS IS MY DAD
FROM MY CHILDHOOD HE TAUGHT ME WHAT WAS GOOD AND WHAT WAS NOT
HIS GREAT EXAMPLE OF WHAT A MAN SHOULD BE
SHOWED TO ME THAT BEING A MAN CAME JOYFULLY
FROM YOUR TIMES OF POLITICAL DISCUSSION ON SATURDAY NIGHTS
YOU SHOWED AND TAUGHT HOW EXCITING IT WAS TO BE RIGHT
WHEN CHIS AND ED AND THE GANG CAME TO HEAR YOU
THEY LEFT AFTER HAVING YOUR BBQ AND BEANS AND THEIR MINDS FILLED TOO
FROM THE FOOTBALL FIELDS AND THE BASEBALL DIAMONDS YOU CAME TO WATCH US PLAY
THE BEST PART FOR ME WAS SEEING YOU ON THAT DAY
IN THE RAIN AND COLD YOU CAME TO SEE US PLAY
AND NEVER ONCE DID WE HEAR YOU SAY IT WAS A WASTE OF YOUR DAY
IN THESE TIMES AND MANY MORE YOU HAVE SHOWN YOURSELF TO BE
THE VERY KIND OF FATHER THAT I CAN ONLY ONE DAY HOPE TO BE
SO AS THE MOON GOES HIGH AND THE SUN GOES LOW
YOU, DADDY, ARE THE GREATEST MAN I KNOW.
LOVE FOREVER, JOHN
SENT TO DADDY 4/5/01 FROM ISTANBUL, TURKEY
I THANK GOD THAT HE GAVE ME HARRY COLE AS MY DAD. I AM PROUD TO BE HIS SON AND WILL MISS HIM GREATLY UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN IN THE LORD'S
PRESENCE.
Betty Cole
August 16, 2002
Harry's wife and family would like to express our gratitude to all who have written such wonderful memories of Harry ---- This WEB SITE is the perfect way to remember the man who never met a computer he couldn't repair or install. Such a treasure for all of us! Please use anytime and please, pass the word to friends and family --- this SITE will be here for his grand-children --- he would so love that! His family was everything to Harry. He is everything to us! Add to this anytime. Many thanks to all.
Also, I have heard that not all that has been submited has come up on the SITE --- if you have written and do not see it here --- please, when you can, try again.
Thank You!
Brian Chisholm
August 15, 2002
Mr.Cole (even though I'm 45 now, I can't bring myself to call him anything but Mr. Cole...he always deserved that respect from me) meant alot to me back in my high school and college days when I hung out with David at the Cole household. I have many fond memories. The best of all were the many nights that David,Buck and I would go over to their house and hang out. Mr. Cole would be sitting in his normal spot on the end of the couch and Mrs. Cole would bring him a beer. He would pour his beer into his glass, get himself a Camel (unfiltered), and put on Roger Miller or Johnny Horton records (this routine never varied!). Then we would sit around and listen to records and talk for hours. Out partying? No way, we had more fun with Mr. Cole and Mrs. Cole and the rest of the family than we could have had anywhere else. They always treated me like a son and showered love on me. I treasure these memories. The other indelible memory I have happened on a Saturday afternoon on a hot summer day. Mr. Cole was out mowing the yard and Mrs. Cole was hounding little Harry (who was anything but little!), who at that time was probably a junior in high school, to go outside and help his dad. This hectoring went on (no offense, Mrs. Cole!) for a long while with little Harry coming up with excuses, reasons, pleas, etc. to why he couldn't help his dad. Finally Mr. Cole walked in and said, "Harry, I need your help". Like the Roadrunner running from the Coyote, little Harry shot out the door like a streak and commenced to mowing the yard. As a parent now I just wish I had that kind of authority and respect with my kids that would cause them to fly into action with the softest of words! Finally, Mr. Cole loved to have us eat BBQ and beans at his house often, and he shared his "secret" to great beans with me, which I still use to this day. The Cole family was like my own and I loved all of them as brothers, sisters, moms and dads. The fact that Harry was a Christian and has gone on to be with our Lord causes my heart to swell with gratitude to God, and the memories of Mr. Cole and his family still bring a smile to my lips...and I still listen to Johnny Horton and Roger Miller records.
Jerry Lynch
August 9, 2002
I shall remember a good man with a ready smile and a great voice, That knew all the best BBQ Joints everywhere. ( Houston Harris FE Mid 80's)
Jerry Lynch
Alfred & Andrea Miller
August 9, 2002
Harry you left us too soon. We still had more memories to make but at least we have memories we can hold onto. You are gone but will not be forgotten. Your legacy lives on in your children, grandchildren the people you worked with the friends you made. We know that God will grant you rest, safe lodging and a holy peace until we meet again. With love and respect, Alfred & Andrea (brother-in-law & wife).
Alfred & Andrea Miller
August 9, 2002
It's hard for Alfred to remember a time in his life when Harry wasn't a part of his family. He seemed like an older brother rather than a brother-in-law. Even though Alfred was young when Harry joined the family Harry always had time to listen to him and make hime feel that his ideas and questions were important. When I married into the family I heard many wondeful stories about Harry. When Harry finally came to Denver I was hesitant to meet him as I almost felt unworthy to be in hhis presence. At one of the family gatherings one evening amid all the noise and laughter Betty announced that Harry was going to make cheesecake for everyone. I was very surprissed and thought that this was probably some kind of inside joke. I kept quiet and waited to figure out what the joke was. Well, the joke was on me. Harry did make the cheesecake and it was wonderful. It was while I was watching him in the kitchen that I realized who Harry really was. He was a man who had nothing to prove to anyone. He was totally sure of who he was. He could coach a sports team, fix a car, cook a favorite food or hold a small child without ever worrying what someone else would think. One of the last time we saw Harry he was sitting in our livingroom with his granddaughter, Sharon, on his lap and his two youngest gandsons standing by him asking him to them "horse-bites". We had no idea what that was but soon there was laughter amoung the three kids and a very big smile on Harry's face. We were sorry that we weren't smaller so we could join in the fun. However, I expect that had we asked Harry for "horse-bite" he would have gotten a twinkle in his eye and obliged us too.
King Butler
August 7, 2002
They say you can count your real friends on one hand. I have learned over the years that is true. Harry was one. When I took over the Houston district years ago I met with a group of employees who really resented me being there as they all were so fond of their previous mgr. Only two people stepped forward and gave me their full support and trust. That was John Vickery and Harry. I have never forgotten that. Over the years Harry and I have maintand contact and spent many hours on the phone together into late hours at night. He and I sought advice from each other so many times but Harry was always the great advisor. The last time I was with him he was staying at a hotel just down the road from where I lived. He and Henry and I met for a couple of coctails and told old war stories about our days at Harris, Appollo and HP. The next morning before his flight he called and said there was a package for me at the front desk at the hotel where he and Henry were staying. I went to the hotel and he had left me a fifth of Jack Daniels and a rack of bbq ribs. Harry, John and I were always trying to see who could find the best bbq joint. I already miss Harry so much. In the entrance to my home I have hanging a Alabama stained glass hanging that the Houston office gave me for Christmas while I was there (they finally accepted me thanks to John and Harry) and Harry knowing I am an Alabama football fan went out and bought it for me. I just wanted to let the family know I have inscribed it "in memory of my friend Harry Cole 8/17/02" and it will hang in my home forever.
I loved Harry as my friend, mentor
and just as my buddy.
We will meet again.
My heart goes out to Betty, Danny and Henry and the rest of Harry's family and friends.
King Butler
Pam Beavers
August 7, 2002
I had the privilege of knowing & working with Harry at Harris Corporation back in the mid-80s. My thoughts and prayers are with Harry's family and friends.
"Imagine" by Michael Podesta
Imagine stepping onto a shore and finding it heaven.
Imagine taking hold of a hand and finding it God's hand.
Imagine breathing new air and finding it celestial air.
Imagine feeling invigorated and finding it immortality.
Imagine passing from storm and tempest to an unknown calm.
Imagine waking and finding it home.
John T. Vickery
August 7, 2002
For all the years we worked together, I truly believe there was nothing bad you could say about Harry. He was a hard and concientious worker. He had a dry sense of humor which made the day not so hard. I'll always remember his day long Pepsi and the arguments about the next Bar-B-que place where we'd eat. He was not only a friend but a brother. He will be missed. John T. Vickery
Vickery
Sharon Cole
August 4, 2002
With all the memories I have of my Grand-daddy ---- the world is so empty without him. I miss him so much.
Bobby Mims
August 3, 2002
Harry and I were classmates in Kingstree High School prior to his enlistment in the USAF. I was privileged to visit with him at a recent class reunion and some things never change - he was my friend and always will be. Goodbye Harry.
Maxine Carter
August 2, 2002
Uncle Harry will be missed greatly
by myself and me family. I love you
and I know you are with Mama and Daddy right now havving great times around Gods throne. See you in Heaven Uncle Harry.
Barbara & Lou Parravano
August 2, 2002
We will miss Harry. We didn't get to see him very often but always enjoyed our visits. I, Barbara, met him when he & Betty were dating. We even used to double-date! A lot has happened in those many years since. Through it all, we remained friends! Our love is being sent to all the family that remains.
Tom & Rose Jones
August 2, 2002
We will never forget Harry coming to visit Tom in the hospital. Harry wasn't at that time to make the trip from Friendswood to Dallas. But he did it anyway and it was so appreciated. Our heart and prayers goes out to each and everyone who loved him. He is now with all his family in heaven. His Sister Myrtie, went to be with the lord exactly one month to the day that Harry died. So I know they are having a great time up there. We love you Uncle Harry.
Son and daughter-in-law of Myrtie Lee "Sister" Cole Jones
Cole Parmenter
August 2, 2002
To the best Grand-Daddy in the world, I will never forget you!
Janet Elton
August 1, 2002
Aunt Betty and cousins, You have all been and continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. I know this has been hard for all of you, but knowing that your husband and dad is with the Lord gives us the strength and courage we need to go on with life here. Also, knowing we will all be reunited one day gives us the hope we need to face each new day the Lord blesses us with. It also gives us the time and opportunity to witness to our own family members who have not chosen Him as their Personal Savior and Lord of their lives. I believe if Uncle Harry could say just one thing to us, he would say not to put off making that decision to ask Jesus into your heart. I pray for us all that this would be so. Mama wished she could have been there with you all, and she was there, in spirit. She told me there may be a Memorial Service in SC. If so, we will make plans to come. We look forward to seeing you all soon. Love in Christ, Janet Winburn Elton (Helen's daughter)
Tyler Daniel Cole
August 1, 2002
My favorite verse sounds like it fits here: 2 timothy 4:6-8. Read it.
Ty Cole...Great grandson of H.L.Cole, age 8
Michael Shane Cole
August 1, 2002
Although having never personally met Harry, I'm certainly proud to share the same family. Even more proud this day knowing that he was a brother in Christ! Being the ninth out of twelve children...he probably took quite a bit of teasing and ribbing at the hands of his older brothers and sisters. Ill bet he's giving it back to some of them now and getting a good chuckle out of it. To his wife, know that you're comments have had a profound impact on this man's heart and i shall endeavor to be the kind of husband/father/son to my family that he was to yours. Signed, Michael S. Cole...only grandson of H.L. Cole, and great nephew of Harry Cole.
Aunt Betty and Uncle Harry & Family
sandi moorman
July 30, 2002
Mary Ellen Mims
July 30, 2002
Sorry for your great loss.Praying for your family. May God bless and keep you always.
Genny(Tiny) Frith
July 30, 2002
I just wanted everyone to know I love Harry like a brother --- not a brother-in-law. I am really going to miss him--I knew if I ever needed anything he would be there for me no matter what.
We all thought it was a beautiful service and know that Harry saw it from the House of Heaven with God. He isn't suffering anymore; none of us would have wanted that. If Harry could, he would say I'm O.K.--take care of yourselves; I am with the Lord and all my family here and I will wait for you all.
We will be together again.
We will always miss Harry. Always.
LOVE, Tiny and the gang.
Glenn Cole
July 29, 2002
Uncle Harry, we will see you again, in His presence.
Glenn and Carol Cole
Mendel Stalvey
July 29, 2002
Barbara and I are sorry for your loss! Our prayers are with the members of the family!
Marion & Ila Cole
July 29, 2002
Rest in Peace!
Valerie Parmenter
July 29, 2002
You will always be remembered as a great man, and a wonderful grandaddy to me. I love you dearly and know you will always watch over me.
Pete & Wendy Johnston
July 28, 2002
To all things there is a season
Betty Cole
July 27, 2002
My dearest husband's was the very definition of a successful life: He has achieved success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much; who has enjoyed the trust of pure women, the respect of intelligent men and the love of little children; who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; who has left the world better than he found it, whether by an improved flower, a perfect poem or a rescued soul; who has never lacked appreciation of Earth's beauty or failed to express it; who has always looked for the best in others and given them the best he had; whose life was an inspiration; whose memory a benediction.
This definition so fits my good husband -Daddy and Grand-Daddy.
I will always BE his wife - he will always be my husband.
Mardi Cole Parmenter
July 26, 2002
To all of my family, we sure do have the best memories of the best Daddy ever!!!
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