James “Jim” E. Cole, 84, of Pierce Township, died June 21.

Cole was a member of the FOP and VFW/American Legion of New Richmond.

He was preceded in death by son David L. Cole and siblings Betty Davis and William Cole.

Cole is survived by wife Ruth Cole, children Kenneth Cole, James Cole II, Connie Cole, and Steven Cole, four grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.

Visitation held 6-8 p.m. June 26 at E.C. Nurre Funeral Home in Amelia. Funeral service held 10 a.m. June 27. Interment at Pierce Township Cemetery.