Thursday, October 1, 2026
Roy Lee Cole, 91, passed away peacefully at home in Snohomish, WA, on July 5, 2025.
He was born August 19, 1933, in Savanna, OK. His family moved to Washington in 1947. He lived in Cashmere, WA, until he enlisted in the United States Army in 1953, where he served in Germany. Upon his return home, he married his sweetheart, Marguerite (Midge) McElroy, on October 1, 1955.
Roy was preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Midge; his parents, Gaddis and Myrtle (Morrow) Cole; and his sisters, Helen (Norman) Deatherage, Virginia (Ronnie) Rankin, Gladys Cole, and Patricia Cole; as well as his brothers, David (Ramona) Cole and Steve (Alice) Cole.
He leaves behind his children: Trina Cole, Randy (Sue) Cole, Donna (Donald) Chollar. Also, Ken Rice and good friend Jay Carterman; Grandchildren: Dawn (Matt) Hayes, Randy (Vanessa) Cole, and Samantha (Bill) Daniels. Great grandchildren: Kaylee (Taylor) Benedetti, Kyrstin, Joshua and Jacob Hayes.
He also leaves Brother: Floyd (Sharyn) Cole, Sisters: Florence Rice, Sandi (Jack) Welborn and Joanne Cole. Also several nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Roy was a man that lived a full life and enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, bowling, traveling, telling stories, laughing, having coffee with friends and he loved spending time with his family.
A Graveside Service will be held on July 26, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at GAR Cemetery in Snohomish. A gathering will be held after the service.
May memories of Roy provide comfort to all who knew him and become a tribute to a life well lived.
