Donald Cole Obituary
We announce the death of Donald Cole of Spencer, West Virginia, who passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 90. Donald will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. 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, John Cole and Isabelle Treadway Cole; his siblings, Franklin Cole and Katherine Canterbury; and his son-in-law David Hedges.
He is survived by: his wife Shirley Cole; his children, Starr Hedges, Todd Cole (Amy) and Jennifer Harold (Donald); his grandchildren, Andrew Hedges (Annie), Marie Hedges, Allie Groves (Drew), Casey Legraen (Garrett), Shelby Watson (Grayson), Johnny Cole (Lindsey) and Colten Elliott; his great grandchildren, Caleb Satterfield, Foster Hedges, Xavier Hedges, Cooper Legraen, Emeri Legraen, Easton Cole and Coble Groves; and his pet Celine.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to the Roane County Animal Shelter in honor of Don's love for animals and his beloved companion, Celine.
