1949
Christopher
2009
Christopher J Cole
April 16, 1949 — January 19, 2009
Christopher J. Cole
Christopher J. Cole, 59, entered life eternal on January 19, 2009.
Born in St. Louis, Mo., on April 16, 1949, Chris attended The Pembroke Hill School in Kansas City and was an
Eagle Scout. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Missouri, Kansas City and later earned his Master of Science in Industrial Hygiene from Colorado State University. Chris served in the US Army with the 101st Airborne Division during Vietnam receiving two purple hearts and three bronze stars. He spent the last 20 years in northeastern Ohio employed as a Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified Safety Professional, most recently with Lincoln Electric. Chris enjoyed outdoor activities; he had a black belt in martial arts and was an active member of Bath Church, United Church of Christ.
Among his many gifts, Chris taught us to seek beauty and purpose in life. He was a natural teacher who loved sharing science and nature with those around him. He believed education was a lifelong pursuit and always worked to enrich himself intellectually and spiritually. Chris spent childhood summers in Colorado, a tradition he shared with family and friends throughout his life. He was always devoted to family and treasured his friendships. His courageous spirit gave him the strength to face any obstacle. Fighting cancer was no exception. He was focused, committed to treatment and, above all, fearless. Through his courage, bravery and honor, Chris inspired others to get the most out of life and always seek a higher purpose.
Chris was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Watson Cole; cousins, Jerry and Joe Roberts. Chris is survived by his wife, Cathy Hodges Cole; daughter, Emily Theresa Cole and her mother, Marsha Cole; step-children, Daniel and Rebecca Padolewski; father, Rev. Elbert C. Cole; sister, Carolyn and her husband, Robert E. Williams, Jr.; nephew, Robert E. Williams, III; niece, Caroline Hope Williams; mother-in-law, Margaret A. Hodges; and many loving relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 24th at 10:30 a.m., at the Bath Church, United Church of Christ, 3980 W. Bath Rd., Akron 44333 with Rev. Mark W. Frey and Rev. Jim Cunningham officiating. A reception and visitation with the family will follow the service. Inurnment will take place at a later date in St. Louis. If desired, memorials may be made to the Melanoma Research Foundation, www.melanoma.org Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel
Christopher J. Cole, 59, entered life eternal on January 19, 2009.
Born in St. Louis, Mo., on April 16, 1949, Chris attended The Pembroke Hill School in Kansas City and was an
Eagle Scout. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from the University of Missouri, Kansas City and later earned his Master of Science in Industrial Hygiene from Colorado State University. Chris served in the US Army with the 101st Airborne Division during Vietnam receiving two purple hearts and three bronze stars. He spent the last 20 years in northeastern Ohio employed as a Certified Industrial Hygienist and Certified Safety Professional, most recently with Lincoln Electric. Chris enjoyed outdoor activities; he had a black belt in martial arts and was an active member of Bath Church, United Church of Christ.
Among his many gifts, Chris taught us to seek beauty and purpose in life. He was a natural teacher who loved sharing science and nature with those around him. He believed education was a lifelong pursuit and always worked to enrich himself intellectually and spiritually. Chris spent childhood summers in Colorado, a tradition he shared with family and friends throughout his life. He was always devoted to family and treasured his friendships. His courageous spirit gave him the strength to face any obstacle. Fighting cancer was no exception. He was focused, committed to treatment and, above all, fearless. Through his courage, bravery and honor, Chris inspired others to get the most out of life and always seek a higher purpose.
Chris was preceded in death by his mother, Virginia Watson Cole; cousins, Jerry and Joe Roberts. Chris is survived by his wife, Cathy Hodges Cole; daughter, Emily Theresa Cole and her mother, Marsha Cole; step-children, Daniel and Rebecca Padolewski; father, Rev. Elbert C. Cole; sister, Carolyn and her husband, Robert E. Williams, Jr.; nephew, Robert E. Williams, III; niece, Caroline Hope Williams; mother-in-law, Margaret A. Hodges; and many loving relatives and friends.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 24th at 10:30 a.m., at the Bath Church, United Church of Christ, 3980 W. Bath Rd., Akron 44333 with Rev. Mark W. Frey and Rev. Jim Cunningham officiating. A reception and visitation with the family will follow the service. Inurnment will take place at a later date in St. Louis. If desired, memorials may be made to the Melanoma Research Foundation, www.melanoma.org Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel
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