Roger Allen Cole's Obituary
Roger Allen Cole, age 89, of North Olmsted, Ohio, passed away peacefully on his birthday, January 29, 2025. Born on January 29, 1936, to the late Elizabeth and Henry Cole, Roger lived a full and vibrant life.
He is survived by his loving daughters, Deborah (Kenneth Bryan) Bokman and Darlene (the late Gary) Roth, and preceded in death by his sons, James Cole and Jeffrey Cole; his cherished grandchildren, Caroline, Jesse, Brent, Laura, Jennifer, Jacqueline, Jessica, Jimmy, Martin, and Sierra; and many beloved great-grandchildren.
Roger and his wife, Beverly Jean (nee Smith) Cole, were high school sweethearts who married on July 14, 1956. Beverly, who was his everything, passed away in 1997. Roger was also preceded in death by his siblings, James, Arlene, Lorene, and Kenneth.
Roger enjoyed fishing and being outdoors, loved dogs, and had a passion for photography. He dedicated many years of his professional life as an optometrist and audiologist in the Cleveland area, where he was respected and admired by his colleagues and patients.
Roger was loved by many and will be greatly missed. His legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to his family and community will live on in the hearts of those who knew him.
Memorial Service will be held at Sunset Memorial Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070 on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 12:00 p.m., with fellowship to follow.
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