Elmer Secret Cole

Elmer Secret Cole "Tuffy" age 84 of Snellville, GA passed away March 20, 2018. He was a loving Husband, Father, Papa and Great Papa, Brother-in-Law, favorite Uncle to all and friend. He was a man of God and lived a life to proud of.  He was known for his ability to “fix” everything!  He was clever and skilled in all things electrical, mechanical, and plumbing.  He was a man of few words, but loved to joke.  He had a quick-wit and a sense of humor that everyone loved. His personality was one that people remembered.  He always had a contagious smile on his face and never met a stranger.  He always had kind word; however, if he really liked you – you better expect him to “pick-on-you” and try to get the best of you!  He loved and valued time with his family and friends. He was a lifetime resident of Gwinnett County and was retired as a Foreman with General Pipeline after 25 years’ service. He was a member of Calvary Praise Center in Snellville, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lovie Jane Roach Cole  &  Clifton Cole of Toccoa and Stone Mountain, GA; Mother-in-Law Ethel Mae Cash Ergle of Stone Mountain, GA; Sister-in-Law Martha Lee Ergle of Stone Mountain, GA.  He is survived by his Wife - Zelma I. Cole of Snellville, GA; Daughters & Son In Law – Deborah “Debbie” I. & Willis Daniel “Danny” Simpson of Grayson, GA; Tonya L. Cole of Monroe, GA; Grandsons - Travis R. Simpson, Todd R. Simpson  both of Grayson, GA;  Great Granddaughter - Holly Anne Simpson of Grayson, GA.  Brother-in-law Virgil D. Ergle of Stone Mountain, GA; Brother-in-law Jimmy E. Ergle (Lorrie) of Sevierville, TN; and a host of special nieces & nephews and great nieces & nephews.  The Family will receive friends Thursday, March 22, 2018, from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm and Friday, March 23, 2018, from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held Friday, March 23, 2018, at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Byrd and Flanigan Funeral Home with Pastor Brandon South and Dr. Rev. Roger Bailey Officiating. Interment will follow at Melwood Cemetery in Stone Mountain, GA. Those desiring may make donations in his name to the Gideons International South Gwinnett chapter 3802 Finger Creek Lilburn, GA 30047. Online condolences can be sent at byrdandflanigan.com.  Byrd and Flanigan Crematory & Funeral Service, Lawrenceville in charge of the arrangements. 770-962-2200.

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