Patricia Lee Cole

Patricia Lee Cole obituary

Patricia Lee Cole

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Mar

31

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10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Palmer Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Home Delta Chapel

6301 W. St. Joseph Hwy., Lansing, MI 48917

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Mar

31

Graveside service

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens

4444 W Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906

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Patricia Cole Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Palmer Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes - Delta Chapel on Mar. 30, 2026.
Patricia Lee Cole, 84, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 19, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.

She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose kindness, strength, and quiet wisdom touched everyone who knew her. She will be remembered for her loving heart, her dedication to family, and the warmth she brought to every gathering.

She and her beloved husband of nearly 65 years created a legacy of love that will endure the eternities.

She is survived by her husband, Lloyd L. Cole children, Elaine Johnson, Douglas Cole, Gregory Cole, Bradford Cole, Catherine Sauter and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many loved ones who will deeply miss her.

She is preceded in passing by her parents, Mitti and Veronica Kakalik, and her brother John S. Kakalik.

A memorial service will be held on March 31, 2026 at The Palmer Bush Funeral Home in Delta from 10:30-11:30 with the Internment to follow at 12 noon at Chapel Hill Cemetery.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

31

Visitation

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Palmer Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Home Delta Chapel

6301 W. St. Joseph Hwy., Lansing, MI 48917

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Mar

31

Graveside service

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens

4444 W Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Only 13 hours left for delivery to next service.