Obituary of Edward Cotter Cole

Edward Cotter Cole, "Bud", of Kingston, born in Dorchester and a long-time resident of Weymouth, passed away April 12, 2012, at the age of 91. Edward lived a long and full life with his wife of 68 years, Catherine "Kay" (Welch) Cole. He is also survived by his daughter, Mary Ellen Mazzola and son-in-law Steven Mazzola, and many loving nieces, nephews, and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Edward and Alice, and siblings Kathleen, Elinor, Dennis, Edna, Alice and John. Edward served in the Navy during World War II aboard the USS Cowie, and worked on the East Coast Survey following the war. He was the evening bartender at the University Club, Boston, for many years, where he met colorful political and sports personalities. In retirement, he and his wife traveled extensively throughout the U.S. and abroad. After living over 50 years in a wonderful neighborhood in Weymouth Landing, Bud and Kay moved to Kingston to share their home with their daughter and son-in-law. Calling hours at the Shepherd Funeral Home, 216 Main Street, (Route 106), Kingston, on Tuesday, April 17 from 4:00-8:00 PM. Funeral services at the Shepherd Funeral Home on Wednesday, April 18 at 8:00 AM, followed by his funeral Mass at Saint Joseph's Church, 272 Main Street, (Route 106), Kingston, at 9:00 AM. Interment will follow at Saint Joseph's Cemetery, Kingston. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to the charity of your choice.