Obituary of Yvonne F. Cole

Yvonne F. Vonnie Cole, 62, of Cortland NY, went to be with the Lord April 12, 2010 at her home with family by her side. She was born August 3, 1947 in Cortland the daughter of Donald and Lavonia Brookes French. Vonnie was an area resident all her life attending schools locally. She was a longtime member of the First United Methodist Church of Cortland serving as former President of the Trustees. Over the years, Yvonne began her working career as proprietor of Lunch and Go, then worked at Ponderosa, King Sub, Catholic Charities of Cortland, JM Murray Center, and for the past ten years worked with her sister as co-proprietor of DeColores Hand Dyed Fabrics traveling the northeast participating in quilt shows. She is survived by her husband James Cole of Cortland, sons James D. Cole of Portland Oregon, Andrew (Kymberley) Cole of Newport News Virginia, mother Lavonia French of Baldwinsville, sister Donna Lee (Michael) Collins of Pennellville NY, brother James French of Cortland, grandchildren Allyson, Samantha, Andrew II, Kiara, nieces and nephews. Yvonne was predeceased by her father Donald French and brother John French. Calling hours will be held Sunday April 18, 1-3 pm with a memorial service to begin 3 pm at the First United Methodist Church of Cortland, 734 Rt. 222, Cortland NY, 13045. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church Memorial Garden. To offer condolences online, visit www.wright-beard.com Jim and family, hope it helps you to know that many people are sharing your sense of loss and sadness. Words are inadequate. Love to you and yours. Denise Banner-Haley Jim, Andy and family, I was so blessed to have met Vonnie almost 19 years ago. Got to LOVE her laugh!!! Hugs and prayers are with you all. Blessings, Nettie Aiosa and the family Jim - Randa and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Dave and Randa Greer Baldwinsville, NY I most sincere sympathy goes out to Vonnie's family, particularly our wonderful friend Lavonia. Our memories of Vonnie at the Skateland are many and she will surely be missed. Jim and family, Sorry to hear about your loss. It seems as though Vonnie and John and I spent more time together than most people. I will always remember the great moments. My Condolences again, David L. Foster 490 Sheffield Rd. Ithaca, NY 14850 Jim - Randa and I send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Dave and Randa Greer Baldwinsville, NY