Paul Robinson Cole Jr
November 3, 1945 ~ November 10, 2019
Born in:
Gouverneur, NY
Resided in:
Arden, NC
Paul Robinson Cole Jr. left all suffering behind and joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on 11-10-2019. His loving wife of more than 50 years Denice Cole, his sons Milan and Ferrin, their spouses Stephanie and Julie, along with his beloved grandchildren Jillian, Peter, Katryn, and Zoe all grieve; but find great comfort knowing he finished his life with faith and integrity as a champion in what matters most. His surviving sister Mary, and brother Kenny from upstate New York remained present in his cherished memories until the end.
Paul’s legacy was always finding the divine in the mundane. He saw the fingerprints of God in every situation and person. He exemplified integrity and respect rarely modeled in our culture. He extended dignity, value and worth to every person because he lived as God’s ambassador to love everyone in this world.
He is admired by all as a highly decorated United States Army Veteran of the Vietnam War; a committed engineer of more than 50-years with US Forest Service, winning many awards including Engineer Technician of the Year for the United States; a leading Elder for more than a decade at New Life Community Church; a Site Coordinator for the Billy Graham Evangelism Association Phone Center; a generous and humble philanthropist; a strong and providing husband and father; and the most tender grandfather one could imagine. He will be remembered most for his passionate love for Jesus; his deep commitment to truth; and his ability to declare the goodness and glory of God in all times.
A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at New Life Community Church, 147 New Life Dr., Asheville with Pastor Steven Harris officiating. Burial with military honors will follow at 2:00 PM in WNC Veteran’s Cemetery, Black Mountain.
Services
Memorial Service: November 20, 2019 11:00 am - April 24, 2024 12:00 pm
New Life Community Church
1412 Riverside Dr.
Asheville, NC 28804
(828) 254-0040
Inurnment: November 20, 2019 2:00 pm - April 24, 2024 2:30 pm
Western Carolina State Veterans Cemetery Chapel
962 Old US Hwy 70
Black Mountain, NC 28711
828-252-3535
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To the Cole family…..I apologize that I am just writing these things now. I did not know about this website, until Denice told me the other day, and then she sent me the link. I think that I can speak for others, when I say “Thank You” for sharing Paul Cole with us. He had lots of friends and was involved in many things. Most of which, took time away from his family. I only knew Paul for around 7 1/2 years. I first met Paul shortly after I moved to Asheville, NC in May of 2012. I met him at church (New Life Community Church). He welcomed me, introduced me to his wife Denice and several other people. Gave me a tour around the church, and would eventually meet some of his family. Shortly after we met, I was invited to their home for a meal, and Paul would also take me out and show me around the Asheville area. I soon became part of Paul and Denice’s Community Group from church. He also introduced me to the Billy Graham TVTM program. (TV Telephone Ministry) Shortly after learning the ropes, I was a full time telephone volunteer, and have been blessed to have led many people to Christ. Paul would also take me around to several of his work sites. Being with the US Forest Service, we visited some very nice places. Places that when you got out of your vehicle, all you could hear were birds chirping and the peaceful sound of the various streams that trickle down the mountain valleys. We both grew up on the farm, and we had many conversations about that. (Along with politics and saving the world. Ha!Ha!) We liked watching programs like “Classic Tractor Fever” and the souped up tractors and trucks from NTPA (National Tractor Pulling Association). I have to admit, that it has been a very tough time for me to let Paul go. He was a wonderful person to discuss things of the Bible with. As a Believer, I know that Paul is where all Believers want to end up some day. In the ever loving arms of our Father in Heaven. Until we meet again my friend….. Help Jesus build our mansions.