Ernest “Ernie” Eugene Cole, 85 of Salina, passed away, Tuesday, June 22, 2021. He was born Sept. 25, 1935, in Salina.
Ernie worked as a custodian for USD 305 for many years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernest H. and Cora A. Cole; sisters, Darlene Woods, Betty Rice; 2nd wife, Shirley D. Cole in 2016
Survivors include his wife, Esther Cole, two sons, Dean Cole (Marrisa), Mike (Susan) Brummett; 37 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; sisters, Helen Sims, Cora Short.
Visitation will be Thursday, July 1, 2021 with the family present from 9:30 to 11:00 am with service following at 11:00 am at Roselawn Heights Memorial Chapel, 1920 East Crawford, Salina.
Memorials may be made to
Salina Heights Christian Church in care of Roselawn Mortuary, PO Box 2322, Salina, 67402.
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