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Alan Cole Obituary

Alan Dale Cole, 45, of Independence, Mo., passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2009, at Centerpoint Medical Center. Alan was born on Nov. 21, 1963, in Independence to Kenneth and Harriette (Belback) Cole. He graduated from William Chrisman High School in 1980 and had worked at the Ford Claycomo plant for 20 years. Mr. Cole is survived by his mother, Harriette Cummings; brother, Kenneth C. Cole, Jr. and wife Joye; sisters, Debra Lynn Cole New and husband Michael, Stephanie Cummings Carpenter and husband David; fiance, Nicole "Nicki" Edgington; two nephews; three nieces; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and many special friends. Memorial Services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, June 13, at Speaks Suburban Chapel. Visitation will be 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, June 12, in the chapel. Condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel.

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jun. 11, 2009.

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Stefani (Seth & Brittin) Cole

June 25, 2009

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to all of the family and friends of Alan. He will always be remembered and loved by those he touched. We will hold him close in our hearts & memories.

Tish Carroll (Hyde)

June 12, 2009

Alan was truly one of the best people I have ever known and his friendship meant the world to me!!! He had the biggest heart and would do anything for anyone. I will miss him deeply!!! My heart goes out to his family and I pray that you find comfort in all the wonderful memories.

Andy Metcalfe

June 12, 2009

Alan and I worked together in the bodyshop for 16 years not only did we lose a great coworker but I lost a good friend. Alan and I played alot of rounds of golf together and enjoyed talks about the beach and both our trys in real estate. Enjoy the beach every day now my friend you will be missed.

Jerry Dolt

June 12, 2009

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to all of Alan's family. I worked with Alan at Ford, and I must say it was my pleasure to have known and worked with Alan for several years.
He will be missed by all his co-workers at Claycomo.

bob dotson

June 11, 2009

i will miss Alan at work. he was a fun guy to hang out with. i will be praying that god comforts his family.

Dina Layne

June 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Dina Layne

Greg "Heavy duty" James

June 11, 2009

Cole family- Alan worked very hard and was a great coworker at Ford motor company. He will be deeply missed in the truck body shop.

Rosemary Dotson

June 11, 2009

Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your son.

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