Service Details
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home. A visitation will take place at the funeral home on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service.
Mr. Albert “Al” Cole, age 69, died from respiratory failure on Thursday, April 3, 2025
He was born in Cincinnati, OH on April 28, 1955, to the late Robert and RoseMarie (nee: Maxwell) Cole. On June 14, 1986, he married the former MaryEllen Wise.
Al worked as a machinist for 40 years at Thermal Transfer Products, retiring in 2018. He also sold “American Made” socks at Seven Mile Fair, did miscellaneous work for the elderly, and was the proud owner of Breaktime Vending until 2024.
Al’s absolute passion was motorcycle riding, with his “hair in the wind” during warm, and not so warm weather. He was just known by everyone as “good people”.
In addition to his loving wife, MaryEllen, he is survived by his mother RoseMarie; his children, Albert Cole Jr., Brenda Cole, and Brandon Cole; his brother-in-law, Tony Lopresti; his brother and sister-in-law, Scott and Cindy Wise; his mother-in-law, Judy Wise; and his grandchildren, Destiny, Heather, Haley, Jesse, Austin, Makayla, Kayden, and Sofia. He is further survived by his nephew and nieces, cousins, and many dear friends.
In addition to his father, Al was preceded in death by brothers Robert and Ray; sister Linda; stepfather Don; nephew Bobby, and his father-in-law, Chuck Wise.
Sheryl Wise says
MaryEllen
Sending my deepest condolences. Al was a one of a kind guy loved giving me s**t whenever he could. His great stories there were times I couldn’t tell if he was giving me line of. I will cherish every memory. Especially when you both came the bar thinking it was my birthday. And we still celebrated. And we will continue celebrating with you. ❤️
Love you
From your favorite cousin
Sheryl Wise
Scott J Smith and Kathy Smith says
All of our heart and prayers are with the family.
Nikki Milford says
I knew Al for many years. He was an amazing person. He was like an uncle to me. Going to miss you big guy. Give my Mom and Dad a hug from me. I still remember hanging with you, my Godfather and Dad a lot. I was one of y’all lol… My heart goes out to the family.
Joe meidl says
I will be there to help whatever you need
Amy Kierstyn Williams says
MaryEllen I am so very sorry for your loss. You’re in my thoughts & prayers
Jon Netzinger says
I’m so very sorry to have lost you Brother, as we had many awesome years together!! R.I.P. Al!
David Kontowicz says
Sorry for the loss
Wacky says
Sorry, to hear. Sorry for your lose.
Jon and Pam Adams says
We worked with Al Cole for a long time at thermal transfer. Very nice guy to talk to,he will be missed dearly. Rest in peace my friend.
Jeff & Jen Willems says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family MaryEllen. Al will be missed by many. We will treasure the bike rides we’ve shared and all of the fun times in between. I have a lifetime of memories with you both! We’re holding you tight in our hearts and here for you always if you need anything at all. Rip Al until we meet again.
Tina Simmons says
You were always a great Uncle. Going to miss you very much. Give my dad a big hug for me please. Until We Meet Again. Love you very much Uncle Al.
Leslie johnson says
You was an amazing father and amazing grandpa R.I.P Al you will be greatly missed
Raasch family says
So sorry for your loss.