Obituary of Shirley Linna Cole

Shirley, the beloved wife of the late Robert Ralph Cole, died peacefully in her sleep on Monday, January, 20, 2020. She was 91 and has left a legacy of love. She was the much loved mother of Sharon (Raymond), Robert (Diane), and Jennifer (Robert). Cherished grandmother of Raymond (Sherri), Sonya (Keith), Sarah (Chris), Carolyn (Stuart), Christy (Dustin), Ben (Diana), and Allie (Gary). Great-grandmother of Kelsey Cooling (Jordan) & Katie, William & Ainsley, Abby & Bridget, Reed & Drew, Levi, Amaya & Penelope, Tayson, and Kinley & Calder. Great-great-grandmother of Jackson & Sophia. Shirley was born in New Brunswick and was a skilled baker of Maritime bread; she will always be remembered in the family for her cinnamon buns. An aggressive card player, she taught all her children and grandchildren to love games and to love to win. As an avid sewer, she sewed dresses for her grandchildren, flannel pants for all, crocheted famous baby blankets, and was a quilter. Shirley was a hard worker and spent much of her career as a bookkeeper. She taught her children the value of hard work. Despite always being on the go, family was her passion and delight. She was always busy helping and serving her family, friends and acquaintances, and doing her much-loved church work. She was a dedicated and faithful follower of the principles of Christ. The funeral and celebration of her life will be held at THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS, 1139 Riverside Drive, London, Ontario on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at 6:30 p.m. A reception and time of visitation will follow.