Esther Cole Died 2022

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Posted By: Connie Swearingen- Volunteer (email)
Date: 4/28/2022 at 22:15:46

Sioux City Journal
6 April 2022

Esther Cole

Sioux City

Esther E. Cole, 83, of Sioux City passed away Saturday, April 2, 2022, at 10:44 a.m.

Visitation was held Tuesday, April 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Meyer Brothers Morningside Chapel. Private burial will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences may be made to www.meyerbroschapels.com.

Esther was born and raised in a farming community. She was married to Henry L. Cole in 1958. They were blessed with five children, 16 grandchildren, and numerous great- and great-great-grandchildren. Esther's greatest joy was family. Her second greatest joy was music. She was a vocalist as well as played many instruments. For most of her life, Esther was a church organist.

While in her 40s Esther graduated from Morningside College with a degree in teaching. She also learned to fly and enjoyed taking the grandkids for rides. During Esther's life she owned many businesses. In her spare time, she sewed several blankets and crocheted afghans that she would give away.

She was preceded in death by a brother; sister; and both parents.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Elliott Creek Presbyterian Church, 231 Pine Street, Bronson, IA 51107. Donations may also be given online at www.community-presbyterian.org.