Cole, Frederick D. G. - Frederick D.G. Cole passed away early morning of March 17, 2025, from complications of prostate cancer, pneumonia and influenza A. Fred was predeceased by his parents, Lorne D. Cole and Pauline C. (Canton).
Fred was born in Tatamagouche. He was educated in Tatamagouche and attended McGill, Saint Mary’s and Acadia Universities. He taught elementary school in North River Elementary for over thirty years and worked as a Math Mentor in elementary schools in the Truro area, until he retired in 2009. He and his husband, Richard travelled in the United States for eight years before finally settling in Bible Hill. They
travelled to various countries exploring the rich culture and diversity the world has to offer. He enjoyed reading and listening to an eclectic collection of music. Fred was a faithful practitioner of daily meditation, the practice led to his true enjoyment of all segments of his life. Many hours were spent watching British dramas and occasional enjoying the British staple “Coronation Street.” A glass of red wine or single malt concluded many a day in retirement. Fred spent many days at COLESPOT, the family cottage in Malagash. He never ceased to be amazed taking in the beautiful sunrises and sunsets over the waters of the Northumberland Strait. Fred enjoyed the company of the family’s mini schnauzers, Ruff, Humphrey and Archer during his life.
Fred is survived by his husband, Richard Corteel; his sisters, Kim (Lynn) Cole, Loreen (George) MacNutt; cousins, niece and nephews; a special great-nephew, Sam; and a very special Aunt Faye. A private burial will take place at Lockerby Cemetery in Tatamagouche later in the year.
“A life well lived.”
I am with you still - I do not sleep. I am a thousand winds that
blow, I am the diamond glints on snow, I am the sunlight on
ripened grain, and I am the gentle autumn rain. When you
awaken in the morning's hush, I am the swift, uplifting rush
of quiet birds in circled flight. I am the soft stars that shine at
night. Do not think of me as gone- I am with you still - in each
new dawn.
One life on this earth is all we get, whether it be enough or
not enough, and the obvious conclusion would seem to be
at the very least, we are fools if we do not live it as fully and
bravely and beautifully as we can. ~Frederick Buechner
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