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Lisa Cole Obituary

LISA MARIE COLE died at Texas Children's Hospital on June 22, 2002 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. Lisa was born in Houston, TX on December 1, 1982, the daughter of Herbert and Marion Cole. Lisa graduated from Kingwood High School in 2001 and attended The University of Texas in San Antonio. Lisa's greatest joy was her friends and their tremendous support to her during her illness. She will be remembered and missed by all who knew and loved her. Lisa was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Jose Vasquez and her uncle Andrew Vasquez and is survived by her parents Herbert and Marion Cole of Kingwood, TX; sisters, Laura and Katherine Cole; paternal grandmother, Jean J. Cole of State College PA; paternal grandfather, Herbert Cole Jr. and wife, April of Petersburg, PA; maternal grandmother, Concepcion Vasquez of Spring, TX; aunts, Delores Caron and husband, Normand of Sandusky, Ohio, Patricia Bittner and husband, Michael of Sicklerville, NJ and Susan Bowers and husband, Randall of State College, PA; uncle, Michael Vasquez and wife, Diane of Spring, TX; her cousins and many friends. Friends may call after 2:00 p.m Tuesday, June 25, 2002 where family will be present for visitation from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, June 26, 2002 at St. Martha Catholic Church, 2302 Oak Shores (at Woodland Hills) Kingwood, TX. Interment will follow at Rosewood Cemetery in Humble, TX. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff at Texas Children's Hospital and its Cancer Center for their compassion and support of Lisa during her illness. For those desiring, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Kingwood Mothers Against Cancer, 281-360-9851.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Jun. 25, 2002.

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Jonathan Elkins

July 10, 2002

I have been friends with Lisa since the 7th grade. We even had the opportunity to work together for a few months at Eckerds. She was one of very few people you could look at and make you smile. She was funny, extremely nice, and always in high spirits. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. My condolences to the family. Lisa was pure perfection.

On behalf of the KM4B

June 30, 2002

Im a signing on behalf on the KM4B which was so very blessed to have Lisa in. Lisa was a wonderful person who the whole group loved. I was a freshman when she was a senior, and although she did not have the oppurtunity to march for long, she would always talk to me and she helped make me feel apart of such a big orginization. I know that the directors admired her strength and courage, as well as those who did not personally know her, but most of all, her friends. I wish that the whole band could be like Lisa, but that is what made her so specialy unique. We will always remember her, and in '02 marching season, I promise that we will all be thinking of Lisa at the first game that we march. Lots of love, God Bless, RIP Lisa, you are so missed, to the Cole family, our prayers are with you and they will always be. I am so sorry this had to happen. God takes the best ones the earliest. He wouldnt have taken her if she didnt live life to the fullest. She was special and she didnt need all the extra years to get out of life what we all need 90 yrs to get from it. She wa truly blessed, and we all have an angel watching over us. Peace and God Bless.

Joan Samuelson

June 28, 2002

To Lisa's Family --



I am Lisa's Internet English teacher and wanted to tell you how deeply sorry I am for your loss. I let Lisa's classmates know of her passing, and they are writing notes about her on our bulletin board in the electronic classroom. I will print and mail those to you--along with Lisa's last paper. It is about heroism; and it is about her parents.



Lisa was on track to make an A in my course. More importantly, she was from the first contact between us a lovely, bright, sweet young soul. I am heartbroken that I couldn't have worked with and known Lisa longer.



With deepest sorrow,

Joan Samuelson

Chris Nollette

June 26, 2002

Lisa and Family:



I was fortunate to meet you and work with your mother for over 12 years. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. The suffering is over and you are safe in the arms of our Lord. I pray for your family now Lisa so that they may find the peace they need and reflect on the beauty that you brought them during your short stay.



All our love,



The Nollette Family

Rachel D. Gay

June 26, 2002

To Mr. and Mrs. Cole,

I was one of the PCA's that took care of Lisa while she was on 11 Tower this last visit. I spent alot of time in her room talking to her. I know that she was a very special person with a very big heart. All of my prayers are with you at this time. Remember that you have a very special angel amongst you right now and that will never change. Keep her alive in your thoughts and in your hearts as I will here. God Bless you all. Rachel D. Gay, Texas Childrens Hospital, 11 Tower

Colleen Brogdon

June 25, 2002

Lisa, you're smiling face and wonderful personality brightened my day so many times. You became one of my best friends in such a short time. I'm so sorry that I couldn't be with you these past 2 years. I miss you so much, but I know that now you're in a better place. I love you, Colleen

Yolanda Segura

June 25, 2002

Lisa warmed our hearts with her lovely smile and awesome spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carolyn Dickey

June 25, 2002

Herb,



My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know that Lisa Marie is in a better place now, and not in pain anymore.

Kyle Hernandez

June 25, 2002

Lisa I loved your smile, your laugh, and our fun times. I will cherish every moment that we spent together and I know you are in a better place. I love you and miss you.

Jed Nuchtern

June 25, 2002

Lisa's courage and spirit will always be an inspiration to those of us who had the privilege to know her.

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

doris zacks

June 25, 2002

Our deepest sympathy to all of you. We shall remember her always.

Richard, Doris, & Robin Zacks

Dr. Mary Brandt

June 25, 2002

You are in our thoughts and prayers. We send you our condolences.



On behalf of Pediatric Surgery.

Jacque & David Bateman

June 25, 2002

Herb, Marion, Laura & Katie,



We love you and are praying for God's peace for you each day.

holly kohutek

June 24, 2002

God bless you all.your family is always in my prayers.

teresa Szelc

June 24, 2002

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Take care and god bless you.

Jacqueline Taylor

June 24, 2002

Herb, my deepest condolences to you and your family.



Jacqueline Taylor

Patsy Mann

June 24, 2002

My condolences to you Herb and your wife and family. May the peace of GOD bless you and be with you in this hour. Patsy Mann

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