Joan D. (Cole) Malara Obituary
In loving memory of Joan D. (Cole) Malara (Utica, New York), who departed this world on April 25, 2026 at the age of 91. Joan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan D. (Cole) Malara to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her father George Robert; the father of her children John E Cole; her mother Ann Eggenberger (Yanchuk); her stepfather Roy Eggenberger; her sons, James "Jimmy" Cole and Bradley Cole; her grandson Michael Cole; and her stepbrother Leroy Eggenberger.
She is survived by: her son David; her daughter-in-law Janet Cole of Utica; her daughter Kathleen "Kate"; her son-in-law Bob Bushey of Deerfield; her grandchildren, John Cole, Karen Cole (Rob Pfieffer), Andrew Bushey and Cassandra Carroll (James Carroll); and her great grandchild Adalynn. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
She was known for her generosity, often donating handmade knitted mittens to others in need.
