Ralph C. Cole, age 77, of Paris, passed away Friday, February 10, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 19, 1945, the son of Charles and Mildred (Gundrich) Cole. He grew up with his brothers south of the Evergreen Chapel. On November 2, 1974, he married Arlene Clement in Fountain, Michigan.
Ralph was a man that loved like no other, because his heart went to God, Jesus, his family and his friends. He was a man that truly cared for people, and if he liked you, hed give you anything you needed. Ralph showed this by attending Charity Baptist Church and supporting Manna Pantry. When he took time for himself, he enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards and golfing.
He will be greatly missed by many.
He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Arlene Cole; daughter, Jacklyn Cole of Wyoming, MI; brothers, William Cole of Branch, and Raymond Cole of Ludington; and several nieces and nephews.
Ralph was preceded in death by his parents; sons, David Frederick Cole, and David Scott Cole; and his brothers, Charles Cole, Michael Cole, and John Cole.
Memorial Service will take place 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 25, 2023, at Charity Baptist Church in Paris with Reverend Terry Wilson officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior.
Memorial contributions may be made in Ralphs name to Manna Pantry, 315 S State St, Big Rapids, MI 49307.
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Memorial Visitation
Saturday, February 25, 2023
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Charity Baptist Church
20980 20 Mile Road
Paris,Michigan
49338
Memorial Service
Saturday, February 25, 2023
11:00 AM
Charity Baptist Church
20980 20 Mile Road
Paris,Michigan
49338