John Deyo Cole Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John Deyo Cole of Middleburg, Florida, who passed away on January 4, 2026 at the age of 81. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Deyo Cole to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Willous Emmett Cole and Marion Vernette Bard; his siblings, Audrey Blanche Cole, Eugene Nye Downey (Genie), Beverly Lauraine Slentz, Gloria "Sug" Ann McNitt, Thomas "Sonny" Edward Downey, Jr., Robert "Bobby" John Downey and Autumn "Autie" Barbara Law; and his niece Jill Law.
He is survived by: his wife Marcia Carol Cole; his children, Melanie Cole Brannen (Jason), John David Cole (Jamie) and Eric Kenneth Cole; his grandsons, Tyler Hirsch (Deni) and Alan Hirsch Brigham Kenneth (Alexis); his great grandchildren, Nero Hirsch and Ellie Hirsch; and his siblings, Cheryl Dery and William "Billy" Cole.
