Margaret Effie Cole Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Margaret Effie Cole of Antioch, Illinois, born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, who passed away on July 28, 2025, at the age of 76, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Margaret had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Margaret may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 1st 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Strang Funeral Home (1055 Main St, Antioch, IL 60002). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Saturday, August 2nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Our Lady of the Lakes Parish – St. Peter (557 Lake St, Antioch, IL 60002). A burial will be held on Saturday, August 2nd 2025 at the Hillside Cemetery (430 E Depot St, Antioch, IL 60002).
Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Lakes Region Historical Society, 965 Main St. Antioch, IL 60002 or to the Open Arms Mision, 1548 Main St., Antioch, IL 60002.