BORN
1942
DIED
2016
Harry Cole Obituary
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Diane Ferschneider
August 25, 2017
One of the best teachers I had. Always cheerful, and very encouraging to help students strive to be their best.......Good memories..
Bill Revoir
August 21, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Cole family. I had Mr. Cole as a basketball coach and teacher at Lake Shore Jr. High and Kennedy Middle School. He had a significant impact on my life. Mr. Cole was a wonderful teacher always with an encouraging word. He always had a kind word to say. He truly taught "life lessons" to his students that they will never forget. God bless you Mr. Cole you were one of the best!
Paul Nordquist
January 5, 2017
He was one man who towered above many. He always put his faith in me and I am a better person for having known him.
Steve Nordquist
January 2, 2017
Very sorry to hear about Mr. Coles passing. Absolutely one of the best teachers and persons I've ever had the privilege to know. I had Mr. Cole for gym class at Kennedy in 1967-68. These were the days when "dodge ball" was played in class from time-to-time. After one game he jokingly said "I could beat all of you". There were at least 30 (all boys) in the class and we all laughed at that comment. He then had us all occupy one half of the court and proceeded to do exactly as he said. in short order all 30 of us had been eliminated! i played hoops and FB for Kennedy, continuing into HS - he was always one of the coaches/teachers you preferred to have because he was involved with the kids, obviously enjoyed teaching/coaching and was a great deal of fun to be with as a kid. I haven't seen Me. Cole for some 35-years, but I still think about him from time-to-time and those thoughts bring a smile to my face. Condolences to the family. Thank you to Mr. Cole for being a cherished part of my life.
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Paul Nordquist
December 29, 2016
I was shocked to read this. Harry (Mr. Cole) was a great mentor and my basketball coach from 1966 to 1969 and football coach in 1966 at Lake Shore/Kennedy Junior High School. Harry was one of 2 coaches I had in my life that I always compared others to. He believed in his players and loved to be around kids. His happy, cheerful and ambitious demeanor will always be remembered by me.
Mike Lavis
May 24, 2016
One of the best teachers I ever had. Tough as nails.
Michelle Koupparis/Sabatini
April 30, 2016
Barb, I am so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the fact that Harry is resting in peace now. Please take time to take care of yourself now and reflect on all the great memories the two of you had shared and the beautiful children you brought into this world.
Again, I am sorry for your loss
Michelle Koupparis( Nanette's daughter)
eric arsenault
April 30, 2016
mr. cole was my old gym teacher at kennedy
John Daly
April 30, 2016
So sorry to hear the news - Harry was one of the nicest guy I've ever met. Someone said - if you got the chance to meet Harry and get to know him, your life was better off for it - that was me. I have taught at Lake Shore for 23 years. I remember Harry well. A true difference maker in this world - we all hope that we can make an impact on the world like he did. I love the words "do something nice for a friend." Classic Harry! :-) God Bless!
Mike Carroll
April 30, 2016
So very sorry Mr. Cole. You were an awesome teacher and mentor in my time at Kennedy. Also looking out and getting some of us aquired in the caddy program at gownie. You will be missed!
Diana Barnes
April 29, 2016
Virginia Barnes sends her Love and Prayers to the Family of Harry Cole!!!
Megan Mills
April 29, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. Harry was a wonderful friend to my father for many, many years and he will be missed. He always made my dad laugh and I know they treasured their time on the links together. Thinking of all of you.
Mike and Andrea Sabatini
April 29, 2016
To Mrs. Cole and family, we are so sorry to hear of Mr. Coles passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers!! May peace be with you at this most difficult time!
April 29, 2016
Sorry to hear of coach Cole's passing. He was my basketball coach at Kennedy Middle school and football coach at Lakeshore HS. He was a great coach as well as teacher. God bless you coach.
Keith Sova
White Lake MI
jack bellomo
April 29, 2016
Harry was one of the finest people I have ever had the pleasure to call friend. I will miss him. If you have had the pleasure of knowing Harry then your life has been enriched. Always a smile, except whenever I got on his nerves. I knew when Harry was ready to go at it with me when his teeth came out. Immediately I would start laughing and he would too. Like a brother to me, may God bless you.
Jeff Wallace
April 28, 2016
Mr Cole was my teacher at lake shore he will be missed the world is noe a lesser placr
Pam OBerry
April 28, 2016
Dear Barbara - I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Pam, SW
James Barr
April 28, 2016
My wife and I got to know Harry because we share nephews. Actually, we met at the wedding of one of these nephews.
As you go through life, you meet all kinds of people. But only rarely do you meet someone who leaves such a positive impression as Harry. Even during our short time together over that wedding weekend, Harry was always upbeat, positive and just plain solid. Just the kind of guy you'd want for a next door neighbor or a golfing buddy. I envy those who were lucky enough to have known him for years. I can only imagine how well liked he was in his career and how many youthful lives he influenced in profoundly positive and enduring ways.
We'll always remember you, Harry. A bright, shining light has gone dark but your radiance will shine forever.
Diane Ferschneider
April 28, 2016
God Bless Mr. cole. Best teacher I had at Kennedy
Tom Lorence
April 28, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the family of Harry. I was blessed to come to know and
be around Harry the last few years, playing golf with him @ St. Clair Shores Golf
Club. He was always a joy to have him as part of our foursome of myself, Tony Champa, & Robert Szydlowski. The short time that I played golf with him,
he never had a discouraging word to say about anyone or his golf game, which
he prided himself to be a proficient player! He will indeed be missed by his
fellow golf friends and all those who were fortunate enough to be blessed with
his outgoing personality!
Sincerely, Tom Lorence
Camille Grayson
April 28, 2016
I never got to tell you in person bur, thank you for welcoming my daughter into your family and for being so kind to her. Hayley and Dan loved their Uncle Harry. They will miss you.
Kathy Deckert
April 27, 2016
May precious memories bring comfort.
Kimberly Alastair Hunter
April 27, 2016
So sad to see of the passing of Mr. Cole. I had him as a gym teacher way back 22 years ago. He was always so compassionate toward his students and always watched out for a brittle asthmatic like me. May he rest in peace!
April Cox
April 27, 2016
I had Mr. Cole in the 80's. No doubt my favorite teacher. He was a kind and amazing man. He gave me my first job at Gowanie Golf Course. After I graduated, if I saw a class outside in the field at Kennedy, I would stop by just to say hello. My condolences to his family. He has positively made a mark on his students.
Matthew Worswick
April 27, 2016
RIP your were one of the best parts of the Lake Shore School system. Thank you for always being a easy person to talk with. Heaven just brought a great man back home.
Rudoplph NUCCI
April 27, 2016
I will always remember Harry for our two man scrambles on Fridays with the boys. Harry and I were partners and he would always compliment my swing and golf shots all the way around the course....almost making me forget that we ended up using all his shots! He was always a true gentleman and one of a kind! He will be missed.
Angie Kosek
April 27, 2016
Whenever I saw Harry at the golf course I had an instant smile! He always something funny or nice to say. From the very first day we met he made feel like we had been friends for years. From the sound of it, his personality impacted a ton of people and his heart will beat on thru all the people that knew and loved him. The world could use more Harry's. Gonna miss him.
marie kazerski-lenart
April 27, 2016
Harry Cole was my teacher at Kennedy. Both my children were then blessed to have him as their teacher. He was also my son's golf coach at Lakeshore, He will always be remember in our hearts as a special friend.
Linda Udy
April 27, 2016
So sorry to hear about Harry's passing & sorry that because of previous plans we can't come to express our condolences in person . What a class guy he was ! He was a positive force & I loved that smile . Our Lake Shore family was a big part of our lives!
John Vermeulen
April 27, 2016
Mr. Cole what a good guy, Rest in peace sir. My condolences to his family.
John Vermeulen
Student
Ed Boyer
April 27, 2016
I played football for Coach Cole in 1970-71 I think his first year as Lakeshore' s head coach he made it fun he made us better and we won. A wonderful man I remember fondly after all these years the world is a lesser place with his loss.
Thomas Waelchli
April 26, 2016
Harry was my football coach and teacher. He was one of a very select few teachers that I had the utmost respect for. Truly a great man who was honest, friendly, and admired by any who came in contact with. I called him yearly for years to keep in touch and let him know every call how much I appreciated ever meeting him and wishing him the best. I will truly regret not being able to contact him anymore to let him know how much he meant to me. Just talking to him was an uplifting experience for me. One truly great man.
Brian Watkins
April 26, 2016
Whenever I'm asked to tell about the teacher that had the most impact on me, Mr. Cole is the one that comes up. I was lucky enough to have Mr. Cole as a gym teacher at Kennedy. Teaching middle school myself these days, I still think back to his life lessons and only hope to leave half the impression on my students as he did on me. A great man that will not be forgotten.
Anne and Bill Vandervelde
April 26, 2016
Harry, it has been a long time since we've been together but we spent many years of great friendship. You and Barb have always dear to us. We will miss you...but now You will be back with Michelle. We will always hold you dear in our hearts. Barb our love and prayers go out to you.
Michael Filozof
April 26, 2016
RIP sir, you were a great man, coach and teacher.
Lori Konal (Wright)
April 26, 2016
I am so sad to see this news. I am so very sorry. When I think of my high school years Mr. Cole comes to mind because he was so kind hearted to the students. I will never forget his genuine smile. May you rest in peace Mr. Cole and may the Lord give your family the faith and strength to navigate their days without you.
Ed and Diane Thompson
April 26, 2016
We have only know Harry for about the last 12 years,but he became a true freind. We have fond memories of great times of golfing and times spent on Padre Island,TX.We will truly miss him.We are sending our loving support to Barb and the rest of his family.Harry was a true freind. Ruckus Ed and Diane
Kathy Krzyzak Schoenherr
April 26, 2016
So sorry for your family's loss. Mr. Cole was very kind to me in the 8th grade, '78, when my dad died. Never forgot thst!
Russell DiCristofaro
April 26, 2016
Mr Cole was my gym teacher at Kennedy Jr High and was my favorite teacher. He always stopped to say hi and never belittled any student. He showed a genuine interest in who you were and what your were doing. Excellent teacher!
Jeff Pouttu
April 26, 2016
One of my Favorite Teachers, In arguably my Favorite Course. RIP Mr. Cole, You will be missed.
Larry Kalich
April 26, 2016
I always liked and respected Mr Cole. I remember 10th grade football asking Mark Revella, who's locker was right next to mine, who he thought would start at QB in our first game, me or Tomich. Mark said "Let me ask coach Cole." Before I could grab Revella, he was on his way to ask coach Cole. All I heard was coach Cole saying, "Tell Kalich to ask his own questions!" Mr/Coach Cole was a no nonsense, but very special guy. May he rest in peace!! My prayers go out to his family!!
jeffrey ball
April 26, 2016
I'm so sorry for your guys loss he was a great teacher and friend I was a student of his for all the years I was at Kennedy I even requested him be my teacher because he was good and what he did and help me out a lot in my time there
Megan Hering
April 26, 2016
Mr. Cole was one of my favorite teachers. I had him for gym, NOT my favorite class. Not only was he encouraging and supportive to all of his students, but he was very understanding toward us non-athletic types. I will most certainly honor his wishes to do something nice for a friend!
larry casler
April 26, 2016
harry was one of the best teacher and golf coaches there was.my son dennis had him four four years and still talks about him 16 years after graduation.we have lost a great man and he will be very greatly missed.
Mark Deldin
April 26, 2016
Mr. Cole was my Phys Ed teacher at Kennedy Jr. High in the early 70's. I recall his level of energy, kindness and integrity. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Brad Kloska
April 26, 2016
I remember going for the President's physical fitness award in gym class. I passed everything but was one inch short of qualifying for the sit and reach. He let Joel Puidokas sit on my back so that I could stretch the extra inch. I popped my hamstring but I still have my President's patch. Thanks Mr. Cole!
Robert Peruski
April 26, 2016
Such a nice man. I had him for gym. He was very compassionate with us non jock types. He also had a great sense of humor. My thoughts and prays are with his entire family.
Jennifer Burney
April 26, 2016
Mr. Cole was always so positive and energetic! I clearly remember him as my gym teacher at Kennedy! So sorry for the loss, he was truly a great mentor!
lois evola
April 26, 2016
Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
So Sorry for the family's loss. Lois Evola
Cheryl Nelson (Kay)
April 26, 2016
Even though we are somehow almost the same age, I'll always remember him as "Mr. Cole"...He was one of my favorite teachers at Kennedy. My condolences to his family
Cheryl Nelson (Kay)
April 26, 2016
I just want to let the family know, hoping it will ease some of the pain. Check out the three Lake Shore FB pages, for the tributes pouring in about your dad, husband... Shorian Nation (Lake Shore Alumni Club), Shorians "55 thru '75, and Lost Loved Ones from Lake Shore.
The Wujek-Calcaterra Family
April 28, 2016
May we continue to honor and respect all the lessons we have learned; acting as living symbols of a loving spirit. You are in our prayers.
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