Cole, Gary Gilbert-September 9, 2009
Gary Gilbert COLE, age 70, of Whitewater, Wisconsin,passed away on Wednesday, September 9, 2009, at his home.
Gary was born in Avalon, Wisconsin on July 7, 1939, the son of Gilbert and Gladys (Hutchinson) Cole. He graduated from Whitewater College High School. He served his country in the U.S. Army from 1962 until 1964, seeing duty overseas in Germany. On June 27, 1964, Gary married Nancy Riedel at the First English Lutheran Church in Whitewater with Rev. Jerald Wendt officiating. Gary enjoyed hunting, trap shooting, camping with his family and working with his hunting dogs.
Surviving are: Wife: Nancy Cole, Whitewater, WI, Daughters: Carla (Eric) Baumgartner, Vinton, IA, and Brenda (Brian) Ciancio, Sharon, WI, Grandchildren: Kacy and Cole Baumgartner and Mia and Ashlyn Ciancio, and Sister: Jackie Brokmeier, Whitewater, WI. He is further survived by a niece and nephews.
Gary was preceded in death by his parents, step father Roy Hackett, sister Joyce Rockteacher and brothers-in-law; Orlin Brokmeier and Melvin Rockteacher.
Funeral Services will be held Monday, September 14, 2009, at 11:00AM at the Nitardy Funeral Home Chapel, Whitewater, Wisconsin with Rev. Jerald Wendt officiating.
Friends may call after 9:00AM on Monday at the funeral home until the services.
September 10th, 2009 at 8:26 pm
Nancy – you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Gary is at peace – no more pain, no more sadness, only smiles and happiness surround him. Be strong – Lots of Love – Jennifer
September 11th, 2009 at 9:23 am
Nancy – We are so very sorry to learn of Gary’s passing. Please know that our hearts and prayers go out to you, the girls and the other family members. It will take time, but perhaps remembering the fun times we all had and good memories will help to ease your pain. With our love and friendship – Steve and Jane
September 11th, 2009 at 9:27 am
Nancy – We are so very sorry to learn of Gary’s passing. Our hearts and prayers go out to you, the girls and the other family members. I know it will take time, but perhaps remembering the fun times we had and other good memories will help to ease your pain. With our love and friendship – Steve and Jane
September 11th, 2009 at 1:17 pm
Dear Nancy- Iris and I have you and your family in our prayers. Use the strength given to all of us by Jesus Christ.
September 11th, 2009 at 6:29 pm
Dear Nancy,
Dee (Dolores) and I hope that you and your family are comforted by our loving savior Jesus Christ.
September 11th, 2009 at 8:24 pm
Nancy, my heart goes out to you and your family. I know you are a strong person, and will treasure the wonderful memories you have. Take one day at a time….my thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless you and your family….Love, Gale
September 11th, 2009 at 11:47 pm
I attended 8th and 9th grade with Gary at College High. He was the best athlete in our class and a nice friend to all. I have good memories of Gary. cliff
September 16th, 2009 at 11:04 am
Memories of Gary from 2nd grade to Senior in High School are of a handsome-cute, polite, kind and extremely, well liked and talented athlete. We send our prayers and thoughts to his loving family, as
well as former classmates, and will always keep his memory alive.
Love and Prayers
Diana “Daggett” Congdon and Family