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Billy Ray Cole
May 24, 1941 - April 25, 2018
Billy Ray Cole, 76, of Jonesville, VA, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. A lifelong resident of Lee County, he was born May 24, 1941 to the late Hobert and Bessie (Russell) Cole. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Herbert Cole, and by a niece, Teresa Cole. Billy had worked hard in his life as a farmer. He still loved his gardens and worked in them all the time. Most important to him though, was his Lord and his church, Victory Freewill Baptist Church in Jonesville. He was devoted to the church, loved the people there and all the children, and was always supportive of the work they did. Billy was a very special person to many people. He Leaves behind several loving family members, and many dear friends in the community who loved Bill and looked after him as one of their own. He is also survived by his church family, who were so helpful to Bill and whom he loved dearly. A visitation will be held on Monday, April 30, at Robinette Funeral Home in Jonesville. The funeral service will follow at 7:00 p.m. with Rev. Don Jones officiating. Graveside services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, at Lee Memorial Gardens in Woodway. Everyone is asked to meet at the funeral home by 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, to travel in procession to the cemetery. Pallbearers will be Paul Pennington, Cliff Osborne, and men of Victory Freewill Baptist Church.
Billy Ray Cole, 76, of Jonesville, VA, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. A lifelong resident of Lee County, he was born May 24, 1941 to the late Hobert and Bessie (Russell) Cole. In addition to his parents, he was... View Obituary & Service Information