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John Tony Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of John Tony of Charlotte, North Carolina is shared. John passed away on August 19, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Tony to pay them a last tribute.

John will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor John by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though John is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. John’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Reverend John Wesley Cole and Wilda Ruppe Cole; his brother Tommy Cole; and his brother-in-law Randy McRary. He is survived by: his children, Addyson Cole (Will Jordan), Payton Cole (Debby Scheurich Cole) and Cameron Cole; his former wives, Julie Murphy (Schaefer) and Denise Sobieraj Cole; his grandsons, Cyrus and Casper Cole; and his sisters, Marsha McRary and Mari-Lynn Sain (Arnold). He is also survived by nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service



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