J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Cole, Catherine B.

Wednesday, March 12, 2008

Catherine Brady Cole, age 66, of Prince George, VA, died on Wednesday, March 12, 2008. She was born in Surry County, VA, the daughter of the late Benjamin F. and Virginia Shabloski Brady. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Clifford Harrell Cole, Sr., and a nephew, Phillip Sanderson. Catherine was a founding member of Rivers Edge Bible Church, and the owner and operator of Coles Repair and Recycling for over 15 years. Early in her life, she was a Prince George Recreation Department volunteer and coach. She was affectionately known as the “Grandma” of North Elementary School, Prince George, and had a great love for animals, constantly picking up strays and taking them in. Catherine was a very giving person, and a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She is survived by her children, Clifford H. Cole, Jr. and his fiancé, Edwina Starke, and Patricia Cole Daves and her husband, Chris; grandchildren, Alexandria Nicole Wiseman and Casey Cole Wiseman; sister, Marie Brady Sanderson and husband, John; nephew, Ben Sanderson and wife, Angela; and great niece, Victoria Sanderson, all of Prince George. The family will receive friends at the J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home of Hopewell on Friday, March 14, 2008 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Funeral services will be held there on Saturday, March 15, at 11 a.m. with interment following in Bermuda Memorial Park. Flowers are welcome, or memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com

Clifford and Patricia:
I am saddened to learn of your mother's death, and wish to express my sincere condolences. I have fond memories of seeing her smiling face as she came with both of you to River's Edge Church on Sunday mornings. I know she shall be greatly missed.

Posted by: Robert J. Vejnar, II at March 15, 2008 02:46 PM

TRICIA AND FAMILY,MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.CATHERINE WAS GREAT LADY AND I WILL MISS HER.MY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU,CALL IF YOU NEED ANYTHING.

Posted by: BERT COLLINS at March 14, 2008 04:33 PM

CLIFFORD & PATRICIA,

I JUST WANTED TO CONVEY MY SYMPATHY TO YOUR FAMILY. YOU ALL KNOW THAT I HAVE VERY FOND MEMORIES OF CATHERINE. I WILL NEVER FORGET HER KINDNESS AND THE THINGS SHE(AND YOUR FAMILY) DID FOR ME OVER THE YEARS.MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU DURING TIS DIFFICULT TIME. DONNA CHARVAT

Posted by: DONNA CHARVAT at March 14, 2008 04:23 PM

Grandma Cole was the best person I ever met. I don't have my grandparents around me so she took their place. I just loved her so much. She let Alex and I do whatever we wanted to and she was just the best. I loved spending time with her and Alex. It was so much fun with her. I will miss her very very much and will never forget her. I LOVE YOU GRANDMA COLE!!!!

Posted by: Katherine Szozda and Family at March 14, 2008 03:26 PM

To Marie, So sorry for the loss of your sister. Thinking of you at this sad time.We went to school with you in Surry County years ago.
Janet Maile

Posted by: Janet Maile Creech at March 13, 2008 10:36 PM

Our thoughts and prayers will be with all of you during this difficult time. Your Mom was such a wonderful person, expecially to all of our children. If there is anything that you need, please let us know.

Posted by: Bob, Sandy, and Karlie at March 13, 2008 01:12 PM

Tricia and family--I am very sorry to hear about your moms passing. She was truly a blessing in mine and my family's life. I will never forget all that she has done for us. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Posted by: Kim Minton at March 13, 2008 10:50 AM

Trish - I am so sorry to hear about Catherine. She was a sweetheart and she will be missed so much. Mary Catherine is out of town, but I know she will want me to tell you she loves you and she loved your Mama. I will see you soon.
Mary Jean

Posted by: Mary Jean Thomasson at March 13, 2008 10:42 AM

Tricia and family -
Im so sorry to hear about the passing of Catherine. May the strength that you all have, guide you during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you all.

Posted by: Shay Dollar at March 13, 2008 08:02 AM