Please help John Cole with Joe's Final Expenses

Brenda Ghio & Dianna Patterson Kinsey are setting up this GoFundMe account on behalf of John Cole, who recently lost his Dad, and our dear friend, Joe Cole, to a brief but grueling battle with cancer. Joe has been a close friend and “brother,” if you will, to many. He was a good, hard-working man and touched so many lives. Joe loved golf, gardening, taking care of his pets, and was always willing to lend a helping hand. Unfortunately, though, Joe did not have life insurance. In the midst of grieving the untimely loss of his Dad, along with the end-of-life costs, John is struggling to find a way to properly honor Joe and his memory with the dignity he deserves, and to take care of Joe’s obligations as well. Please consider donating if you are able to do so. Please know that any donation is most appreciated, and we are so grateful to you for your love and support during this difficult time. Please click on the link below if you feel you can contribute.

There will be a “Celebration of Life” gathering for Joe’s friends and family on Saturday, January 18, 2025, from 1 to 3 pm, at the Pavilion at the Clear Springs Campground at Lake Wright Patman. Please come join us for a time to gather in Joe’s memory, visit, and share some of our favorite stories about Joe and some of the many adventures we’ve had with him. We know he will be smiling down from heaven on us all.