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John Cole Obituary

John David "D.C." Cole III, 54, of Matoaca passed away Friday, Jan. 20, 2012.

He was the son of the late John David Cole Jr. and Barbara Ann Wawner Cole. John was a member of Ettrick United Methodist Church and the Fraternal Order of Eagles #882.

He is survived by his sister, Bonnie C. Lundie and husband, Michael of Matoaca; niece, Crystal W. Jefferson and husband, Jock of Matoaca; nephew, Michael David Wynn of Matoaca; two great-nieces, Kiah and Kalani.

A memorial service will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, 2012, in Ettrick United Methodist Church, 21302 Chesterfield Ave., Ettrick, VA 23803, with the Rev. Bob Lamb officiating. Interment private. The family will receive friends Thursday, Jan. 26, 2012 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Home and Crematory 2033 Boulevard. In lieu of flower contributions may be made to Ettrick United Methodist Church. Condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.

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Published by The Progress-Index from Jan. 21 to Jan. 22, 2012.

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Whitney R

February 2, 2012

Ms. Bonnie I was so sad to hear about Mr. Cole's passing. I had just went upstairs 2 see him a few days before he went home. I truely enjoyed getting to know him and I am sure he is breathing easy!! Praying for you and family!

Jerry Worley

January 25, 2012

Bonnie, I am sorry about your loss. David will be missed by many. He is at rest now not suffering and you know I was there with him some days when he was suffering and we did our best to make him comfortable. If you need anything just call me.

Renata Kennedy Graham

January 25, 2012

Bonnie, I am so sorry to hear of Davids passing. We had great memories at Matoaca High. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers

Eddie Walker

January 23, 2012

This is very funny,on the day he passed I thought about David. I had not seen him in ages. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Linda Humphries

January 22, 2012

Bonnie, please know that you are in my prayers during this very difficult time. I know that this has been very hard on you but you know that David is no longer suffering and is no longer in pain. My prayers are with you & your family. If you need anything please let me know.

Sandra Griffin

January 22, 2012

Bonnie you are in my thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, please let me know.

Mitzi Vaughan & Kenneth Hope

January 22, 2012

Bonnie and family, we are sorry to hear of David's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sharon Poole

January 22, 2012

Bonnie, sorry to hear of your loss. Kepping you in our prayers.

January 22, 2012

Bonnie, I'm sorry to hear of your loss! Keeping you in prayer.

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Debra Pollard Dodd

January 22, 2012

Bonnie & Family - I am so, so sorry to hear of the passing of David. You told me he was sick when I saw you in Target. May God Bless you and your entire family during this time of sorrow.

T & S Jones

January 22, 2012

D.C.you will truly be missed. Our hearts go out to all the family and friends.

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