James Cole Jr. Obituary
James A. Cole Jr., 65, of Altoona, passed away Thursday, October 10, 2024. He was born July 19, 1959, Akron, Ohio, son of the late James Sr. and Jean (Cassidy) Cole. Survived by his daughter, Autumn Dugan and husband Cody; two stepdaughters, Summer Socie and Ashley Foose; granddaughter, Riley Dugan; brothers, Mike Cole; Joe Cole and wife Melissa; sister, Lisa Kiser and husband Steve; and several nieces and nephews. Jim enjoyed fishing, canoeing, listening to music, playing guitar and drums, cooking, and he loved baseball and football. All services will be privately held at the convenience of his family. Arrangements have been entrusted to Jones Funeral Home, an Anderson Family Firm, 1222 13th Ave., Altoona. Condolences may be made at JonesFHAltoona.com of his family.
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