Mr. Gary Lee Cole's Obituary
Mr. Gary Lee Cole, 76, passed away Thursday, June 25, 2020, in Muskegon. He was born June 17, 1944 to Max A. and Mildred F. (Borgeson) Cole in Muskegon, and was a lifelong resident. He worked at Gardner Denver for 17 years before retiring in 1982. Gary loved archery and would sometimes practice 5 days a week. He was a member of the Muskegon Bowmen Archery Club. On April 2, 1993 he married Carol Eve (Wozniak) Pace in Las Vegas. Survivors include his wife Carol; 2 children: Gary L. (Heather) Cole, Jr. and Adriana Cole; 6 grandchildren; 1 brother Max W. Cole. A gathering with the family to celebrate and remember Gary’s life will be held Sunday, July 19, from 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM at the Ross Park Pavilion, 82 Randall Road, Norton Shores, 49441. A family graveside service will take place at Spring Lake Cemetery. Contributions in memory of Mr. Cole may be made to the Harbor Hospice Foundation, 1050 W. Western Ave., Muskegon, MI 49441. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444.
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