Donald E. Cole Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Donald E. Cole of Sterling, Illinois, who passed away on April 5, 2026 at the age of 70. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Donald Edward and Shelly L. Cole (Beaver); and his siblings, Christine Tompkins, Gail Hancock and Robert Cole.
He is survived by: his wife Pauline Redecio; his children, Chad E. Cole, Donald E. Cole III (Erika), Nick Cantrell (Casey), Raechel Bill and Christine Cole; his siblings, Michael Cole (Susan), Vicky Nielsen (Greg), Steve Cole (Wendy), Pam Cole and Danny Cole; his grandchildren, Brandt, Brooke, Brayden, Breckon, Brexly, Victoria, Avery and Abel; and his great grandchildren, Knox, Ryler and Jayla.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to the family.
