Services

Visitation One

Tue. Sep. 1, 2009
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Beresford Funeral Service

13501 Alief Clodine Road
Houston , TX 77082.

Graveside Service

Wed. Sep. 2, 2009
2:00 pm

Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery

12800 Westheimer
Houston , TX 77077.
Tue. Sep. 1, 2009
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Beresford Funeral Service
13501 Alief Clodine Road
Houston , TX 77082.
Wed. Sep. 2, 2009
2:00 pm
Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery
12800 Westheimer
Houston , TX 77077.
In Memory of
Jack Cole
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Jack Ray Cole, 55 of Houston, Texas passed away August 29, 2009 with his family by his side after a short battle with lung & spinal cancer.

Jack was born October 29, 1953 in Amarillo, Texas to Jack Cole & Laura Mckinney.

Jack had a love for animals, nature, farm life & the outdoors in which he shared with his family on road trips & multiple camping trips to Jellystone National park where he taught his daughters to fish & would BBQ for many of the festivals.

Jack worked for Amoco for 20 years & the past 12 years for Initial Security now ABM security in which he loved his job & all the residence at Bayou Woods Condiminums.

Jack was a die hard Dallas Cowboys fan, loved country music & rock-n-roll & grew highly fond of the UFC, playing Texas Holdem & always loved to cook especially BBQ.

Jack was a dedicated husband, father & grandfather & will be missed dearly by all family & friends.

Jack was preceded in death by his father Jack Cole of Childress, Texas & mother Laura McKinney.

He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years Marianne, twin daughters Michelle & Lisa, granddaughters Alena Marie & Madison Skye, Step dad Donald Knight of Oaklahoma, Brother Ron Cole & wife Darlene of Nevada, Uncle Dale & wife Karen McKinney of Houston, Texas, Unle Jerry McKinney of Houston, Texas, Sister Ladonna of Oklahoma, Sister-in-Law Leslie & husband Terry Hakkola of Minnesota, Brother-in-law Kevin & wife Rena Dees of Houston, Texas & many nieces & nephews.

The Cole family wants to thank everyone for all their love & support during this very emotional time!!

Tributes

Message from
Lisa Cole
Sun, 08/30/2009

I'm going to miss my father soooooo much. I love you so much and am glad I got to spend your final days with you. We were hoping for the 8 months we were told at 1st and then went to 1 week..we needed alot more then that we wanted to spend at least one more Thanksgiving and Christmas with you and I wanted you to see me get married, but I'm glad you got to atleast see me get engaged. I don't know what we are going to do without you, you were always there for us no matter what. Mom is so sad and misses you like crazy already but I promise we will help her. I love you dad and I will see you one day in heaven I'm glad you are not suffering anymore.

Love you always and forever,

Lisa

Message from
Michelle L. Cole & Madison Skye
Mon, 08/31/2009

Dad -
As much as this breaks my heart to loose you so soon I know you are not suffering or in pain anymore. I cried everytime I saw you & it hurt me to see you going through so much. Now I want my dad back & I know that will not happen, but I know you are at peace in heaven w/ all of our loved one's that have past.
I will always remember the 29 years we did have together & growing up all of our holidays, family vacations, camping & fishing (my favorite), watching the Dallas Cowboys game & playing Texas Holdem u where so happy & always there for us no matter how hard things got. It's going to be hard to come home & not see you here or have your oh so wonderful cooking, but know you will always be in my heart, mom will be takin care of & Madison loves her grandpa so.. I love you dad always & forever & I will see u again!!

Love Always
Your daughter,
Michelle

Message from
Robyn Hrivnatz
Mon, 08/31/2009

Dear Lisa and Michelle,

I would like to express my sincere condolences on the recent passing of your father. Mark and Kaylen also send their thoughts and prayers to you and your family at this difficult time.

Although I didn't know your dad that well, on the half dozen or so occasions that I spent time in his company over the years, I did come to realize his great kindness and compassion towards others.

You were truly fortunate to have such a man as a model in your life.

No comfort is quite enough to replace the loss, but hopefully the support of your family and friends will make this loss more bearable.

Please pass my deepest sympathies on to your mother and to the grandchildren.

Very sincerely,
Robyn Hrivnatz

Message from
Shirley Bayers
Tue, 09/01/2009

Jack Coles Family, I only know your wonderful daughter Lisa, but she is special and I know you and your family are also special. I was thinking about you and your family this last weekend and you were all in my prayers.
I know you are now in God's hands, and no longer suffering.
God's blessings.
Shirley Bayers

Message from
Debbie Putnam
Tue, 09/01/2009

To Jack Cole's Family,
I am a resident at Bayou Woods were Jack worked and I will miss his smile and friendly wave as I would drive in. He will be greatly missed by all. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time.

Message from
Peggy Andrews
Tue, 09/01/2009

Marianne, Michelle, Lisa, Alena & Mattie, I know that you will miss Jack but he is now in heaven and no more pain. I will miss him too. I will miss the times he answered the telephone when I would call for Marianne. We have many talks if she was not there. Also, the time he would pick her up when we worked together. He would be sitting in the car waiting and I would stop by to say Hi. He would always asked where is Marianne she is taking so long getting out here. There are many other memories. You all will be in my prayers and have been,

Love you all,
Peggy Andrews

Message from
Doris & Jack Dyson
Tue, 09/01/2009

Dear Family of Jack Cole,

We are owners at Bayou Woods. Even though we have only lived here for two years we grew to appreciate Jack and his dedication to his responsibilities. Our prayers are for Peace at this very difficult time.

Doris and Jack Dyson

Message from
Carol Sullivan
Wed, 09/02/2009

Jack was very important to Bayou Woods, always there, always working, he knew everyone coming through the gate and also was the most dependable employee we have ever had. While functioning as a past president of the association, I know how much he is missed and by so many. Our deepest thoughts and prayers are sent to the family and we will always remember Jack.

Message from
Crista
Wed, 09/02/2009

My dearest friends Lisa & Michelle,

We have been through so much together and have known each other for so long. I knew your dad for so long that it breaks my heart to see that he is no longer here. I only wish I had the opportunity to have one more talk with him. Or would have been there more for you two during this time. Know that both of you and your entire family hold a very special place in my heart. I loved your dad and have so many wonderful memories of him. Your memories of him are far greater. Hold on to those memories and with the grace of god you will be carried through. Knowing that he is in a better place and no longer suffering is what brings me some peace. Take care my dears.

Love your friend,
Crista

Message from
Josh & Courtney Strong
Wed, 09/02/2009

Dear family of Jack Cole,

I am sure you know that Jack was a very dedicated worker, and we greatly appreciated his service to Bayou Woods. He always had a smile on his face and a welcoming wave, but we always knew he had his eye on the property. He will be greatly missed, and will always have our respect.

Message from
La Tanya Cooper
Fri, 09/04/2009

To the Cole family, I didn't know Mr. Cole, but I work with Marianne and would like to let the entire family know. That my prayers are with you and May GOD continue to be with you at a time like this. I pray that God's peace comfort you.

We love Marianne @ Manhattan Life

Always
La Tanya Cooper