Ronald Hudson Cole
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Mr. Ronald Hudson Cole, age 80, of Rome, GA, passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at his residence.
Mr. Cole was born in Lake City, FL, on April 10, 1942, son of the late Dewey Washington Cole and the late Roberta Selby Cole. He was also preceded in death by a granddaughter, Rachel Lynn Cole. Mr. Cole was a veteran of the Army National Guard. He received his B.A. from Stetson University and went on to obtain his Juris-Doctorate from the University of Florida. He practiced law for over 25 years, starting with Trust Company bank, where he was in estate and will planning, before moving to private practice with the Brannon & Brown Law firm. Mr. Cole was an avid motorcycle rider and loved his Harley's. He attended Pleasant Valley North Baptist Church.
Survivors include his wife, Linda Payne Cole, Rome, to whom he was married in 1966; a daughter, Melissa Stigers (Barry), Waddy, KY; 2 grandchildren, Andrew Long and Alyssa Cole; his brother, Richard C. Cole (Judy); nieces and nephews.
In accordance with his wishes, Mr. Cole will be cremated and a memorial service will be held at a later date in his hometown of Lake City, FL.
Henderson & Sons Funeral Home, North Chapel, makes this announcement for the family.