Shirley Lynn Cole

Shirley Lynn Cole obituary

Shirley Lynn Cole

Shirley Cole Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Peck Funeral Home - Hartselle on Oct. 31, 2025.

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Shirley Lynn Cole passed away on Thursday, October 30, 2025 at her residence. She was born December 23, 1946, in Georgia, to Lawrence Calhoun Clinkscales and Mary Vickery Clinkscales.

She was employed as a Respiratory Therapist, prior to her retirement. She loved her family and her pets. She enjoyed gardening and her doll collection.

Survivors include
Son - William Marcus Cole,

Daughter - Traci Cole McCormick,

Brother - Gregory Clinkscales,

Sister - Deborah Watkins,

and Five Grandchildren.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Peck Funeral Home
1600 Hwy 31 SW
P.O. Box 427
Hartselle, AL 35640
256.773.2541
256.773.2543 (Fax)

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