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Robert Louis Cole – dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend – passed away unexpectedly in Durham, NC on Tuesday, February 7, 2023. He was 71 years old.

Rob was born to Louis and Dorothy Cole in West Orange, NJ on June 3, 1951. He graduated from Palm Beach High School in West Palm Beach, FL, where he was a member of the track team, and then attended the University of Florida, where he became and …

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I can still see Rob across the fence, working in his yard or in his workshop.  He was always ready to give me a helping…

I can still see Rob across the fence, working in his yard or in his workshop.  He was always ready …

I can still see Rob across the fence, working in his yard or in …

We think of you all everyday. Sending you love, light and healing. May his memory forever be a blessing. 

Becca, Chip, L…

We think of you all everyday. Sending you love, light and healing. May his memory forever be a bles…

We think of you all everyday. Sending you love, light and healin…

I am so grateful that I was able to finally meet Rob and spend an evening with him and Lyn this past summer as they wer…

I am so grateful that I was able to finally meet Rob and spend an evening with him and Lyn this pas…

I am so grateful that I was able to finally meet Rob and spend a…

I am missing my fence buddy.  We had great conversations over the fence.  If good fences make good neighbors, this is a…

I am missing my fence buddy.  We had great conversations over the fence.  If good fences make good …

I am missing my fence buddy.  We had great conversations over th…

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June 3rd, 1951
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Passed away

February 7th, 2023
Durham, NC

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Hall-Wynne Funeral Service & Crematory
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