Francis T. Cole

Francis T. Cole obituary, Pitcairn, PA

Francis T. Cole

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Francis Cole Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc. on Mar. 20, 2026.
Francis T. Cole, 68, of Pitcairn, PA, passed away on March 20, 2026. Born April 12, 1957, Francis was a lifelong member of the Pitcairn community and a proud lifetime member of the Pitcairn Fire Department.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Helen E. Cole; his mother, Shirley J. Cole; and his father, Donald E. Cole Sr.

He is survived by his children, Jeremy Cole and Caitlyn Cole; his cherished granddaughter, Elizabeth; his siblings, Debbie Border, Donald Cole Jr., James Cole, and Dale Cole; along with many nieces, nephews, and extended family.

Francis loved the outdoors and the simple things in life. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and bowling, and could often be found riding his motorcycle or spending time with friends and family-where he was happiest.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew and loved him.

Family and friends are welcome on Sunday, March 22, from Noon to 6pm at Alfieri Funeral Home, Inc., 201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, Pa 15148, 412-824-4332. Please visit us at www.alfierifuneralhome.com for online condolences.

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22

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12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Alfieri Funeral Home Inc. (201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, PA, 15148)

201 Marguerite Ave, Wilmerding, PA 15148

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