Remembering Lorne Randall Cole
November 26th, 1948 - May 21st, 2012 (Papa) Lorne passed away suddenly Monday, May 21st, 2012 in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan while he and JoAnn were enjoying a long weekend with their family. Lorne was born in Trail B.C. on November 26th, 1948 and was predeceased by his father Wallace Cole, his mother Audrey Harwood, and his brothers Jim and Dan Cole.
Lorne retired early in his career and in life, but he never stopped working. Every day he found someone to help, or something to work on. As a dedicated father, Lorne's presence lives on in his daughters' spirits, knowledge, and even their physical surroundings: the garage he helped wire, the shed and fence he helped build, the pictures he hung, and the shelves he built. Lorne was a wealth of knowledge, he was always able to offer valuable advice followed by a helping hand. As a valued Rotarian, Lorne will be remembered for his hard work and his heart. When you drive by a sign for the coal mine put up by the Rotary, you'll see evidence Lorne would do whatever was needed with a sense of purpose. Lorne and JoAnn spent their winters in Yuma, square dancing, and playing golf and poker with their friends. The rest of the year was spent visiting family, frequenting Stage West, participating in Rotary activities, camping, more square dancing, and constant home improvements and car tinkering. Lorne has attained so many great achievements during his lifetime: holding a Master Electrician ticket, and working as a controls specialist as owner and founder of Cole's Controls. He even held a pilot's licence, and a real estate license. Lorne went after what he wanted and was living proof that success is dependent on effort.
Lorne will be sadly missed by his wife, JoAnn Werschler (nee McKenzie), his two sisters Heather Thompson and Debbie Newbury and their families, his two daughters and their families: Sheri & Murray Gunville, and Tanya & Dale McMaster. His sense of humour and love for life lives on in his 5 grandchildren: Kelsey & Hailey Gunville in Prince Albert, and Colton, Elle, & Chael McMaster in Calgary.
Memorial services will be held Monday, May 28th, 2012 at the Badlands Community Facility at 2:00 p.m. with Lt. Rachel Shiels officiating.
If so desired, donations in lieu of flowers can be made to the Drumheller Salvation Army at Box 3097 Drumheller AB, T0J 0Y0. Courtney-Winters Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements(403 823 2666).
