Cole Robert Marshall
Cole Robert Marshall
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After a long illness, Cole Robert Marshall, 9, bravely fought his final battle on Aug. 25, 2006.
Born in Simi Valley, Cole was a stellar student at Katherine Elementary School, where he loved to read, play handball and laugh with his friends. He had a special love for his many pets, music and for playing baseball, Hot Wheels and Legos with his pals. Cole had an inspiring enthusiasm for life and continued to live strong and play hard, even throughout his illness. He took great pleasure and pride in practicing tae kwon doe and competed this past April in the International Tae Kwon Do Alliance West Coast Championships, placing first in green belt forms.
Cole was truly a faith-filled young man. Everyone who knew Cole was inspired by his courage and perseverance throughout his illness. Cole's strength was not his own but came from a deep love of God. He loved to go to church and sing praise songs and listen to Bible stories read to him by his Grandma Jan. He was an example of grace and strength to us all.
Cole is survived by his parents, Sterling A. Marshall and Lisa Ritts Marshall of Simi Valley; sister, Crystal; grandparents Warren and Dianne Marshall of San Diego; and grandmother Janet Ritts of Simi Valley.
He joins his Grandpa Edward E. Ritts in heaven.
A memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 2, at Simi Covenant Church, 4680 Alamo St., Simi Valley.
Memorial donations may be made to the Michael Hoefflin Foundation, www.mhf.org or Simi Covenant Church, www.simicovenant.org.
Arrangements are under the direction of Valley Oaks-Griffin Mortuary, 5600 Lindero Canyon Road, Westalke Village; phone 1-818-889-0902.
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Kevin & Pam Greer
September 14, 2006
Sterling, Lisa and Crystal
Words can not express the sorrow we feel for your family. May our Father in heaven comfort you durning your grief and reveal His plan for your family. Have peace in knowing that Cole rests in His care. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
If we can bless you in anyway we would love to hear from you.
Howard Zillman
September 5, 2006
To the Marshall Family,
Although Cole's time on earth was brief, he had a profound impact on everyone that had the opportunity to meet him. This is especially true for us as our son Taylor was one of Cole's close friends. We will all miss him terribly. Our thought and prayers are with you.
The Zillman Family
Justin Settle
September 5, 2006
I am very sad about Cole. He was in my class and I will miss him. My mom, dad and I will always smile when we think about him.
Justin Settle and family
Eric Oland
September 2, 2006
Lisa, Crystal and Sterling,
Cole has been a strong spirt in this battle and has had a true indomitable spirt. His spirt will be with us all at all times and I will always remember Cole as one of my best students and just a pleasure to be around.
Love
Eric Oland
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Jennifer Culbertson
September 1, 2006
I am very sorry to hear about Cole. However we should all be happy to know we have another Angel on our side as we continue with our journeys. I am greatly honored to have met him in this life and I will keep you all in my prayers.
Greg, Tracey, Ashley and Hayden Slocum
September 1, 2006
We know the courageous fight Cole fought for so long. He was the victor in the end for he enjoyed life to the very end. His love for God was never unfailing. May we all have the bravery and love of God this child had.
Rick, Paula, Shane, Hayley and Nicolas Boomhower
September 1, 2006
We are so sorry to hear about Cole. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family and may you find comfort through God. Cole is God's precious Angel.
The Boomhower Family
Bette Bickford-Smith
August 31, 2006
Dear Lisa and Crystal
It's hard to understand why our loved ones are taken form us, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of such a well lived life.
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your sorrow.
Terri Hollister
August 31, 2006
I send my deepest prayers and warmest thoughts to your family. What a wonderful young man Cole was and so loved by all who knew him. May the peace of God comfort you all at this difficult time.
Sincerely, Terri Hollister
Dale, Kristin & Trevor Allen
August 31, 2006
Cole was a bright light and an inspiration to all of us on how he handled his illness. He was an intelligent and cool kid!
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time. Know that he is watching over you and his spirit is with you always. He will be greatly missed.
The Allen Family
shawnie crosby
August 31, 2006
so sorry 4 the lost i use to go 2 kathrine as well
The Teller Family
August 31, 2006
Dear Marshall Family,
As friends and neighbors we are here for you in your time of sorrow. Cole has been truly an inspriation to many children and parents, and his strength will remain with you during this time. We wish there was something we could say or do to help, but it was God's wish to have Cole. Our prayers are with you.
Jack, Melissa & Miranda Berenstein
August 31, 2006
Dear Lisa, Crystal and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Cole's passing. We hope the memories you hold deep in your hearts will comfort you now and always.
We're thinking of you.
With Much Love,
Jack, Melissa and Miranda
Stephanie, Larry, Natasha & Corrine
August 31, 2006
Dear Sterling,Lisa and Crystal,
~We are so sorry for your loss of Cole. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love The Ziegler Family
Todd White
August 31, 2006
We pray for you to be comforted in this time of great loss. We saw Cole compete for our school during the West Coast TaeKwonDo Tournament and I will be forever effected by his strength and grace. Cole will be remembered as a brave and loveing young Man. He is wrapped in the loveing arms of our Heavenly Father. God Bless you,
Todd White & Family
John Edwards
August 31, 2006
Thinking of you
Melissa Berenstein
August 31, 2006
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 1998-2006
Jack, Melissa & Miranda Berenstein
August 31, 2006
Dear Lisa, Crystal and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Cole's passing. We know there are no words to truly comfort you at this time. Just know we are thinking of you and hope the memories you hold in your heart will bring you comfort now and always.
With Much Love,
Jack, Melissa and Miranda Berenstein
Andrea Scherbarth
August 31, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. God bless the little children.
Love Uncle Chris and Andrea
Theresa Huntington
August 30, 2006
My family's heart, strength and prayers go out to Cole's family and friends. Although I did not know him, he was spoken about very highly by his aunt. An aunt so very proud of her smart, happy, and courageous nephew!
When you feel soft cool breezes and tender warm air touch your body and soul...
Know that those are smiles, hugs and kisses from a sweet boy named Cole.
Scott, Tina, Kourtney, Kelsey & Katelyn
August 30, 2006
Dear, Sterling & Crystal,
We pray that you will find peace with Gods plan. Be Strong Cole is your Beautiful Angel watching over of you.
The Kingsmore Family.
Don, Leslie and Andrew Thompson
August 30, 2006
Lisa,Crystal and Jan, I am so sorry to hear Cole lost his fight. Leslie and I wish we could be there for you in body but please know we are with you in sprit. I can not imagine your pain or why this has happened. I have no real words of wisdom...I only know that God will ease your pain and some day you will hug and dance with Cole on streets of gold. You both will continue to be in our prayers.
Abel Reyes
August 30, 2006
Lisa and Crystal~~
My sincere condolences on your loss. Cole was an inspiration to all of us. God Bless you.
Dean, Kelly, Kyle & Hayley Kassel
August 30, 2006
Just wanted to say that Cole should be an inspiration to all for his courage and grace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Kassel Family.
Jeff Conklin
August 30, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. We lost our 9 year old son Gregory this year after a 6 year battle.
Be strong,
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