Pastor Richard “Rick” Cole
February 21, 1953 – January 14, 2025

Pastor Richard “Rick” Cole of Jonesboro, LA was born on February 21, 1953 and went home to his Eternal Home on January 14, 2025 at the age of 72. Rick was known for his humorous wit, joyful singing, and his love for Jesus Christ and Donald Trump.

Rick was a devoted husband to his wife, Leesa Cole of 43 years. He was a loving father to Bryan and Joanna Cole, Timothy Cole, Bradley and Emily Cole and Jacob and Chelsey Cole. Rick was a cherished pawpaw to six beautiful grandchildren, Micah, Elias, Audrey, Adelyn, Jensen, and Cosette, and his beloved dog Hercules. He was a loyal brother to Dinah and Douglas Prestridge, and Billy and Greta Cole, he also had a host of nieces, nephews, and other family including his aunt, Eva Roberson.

He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Joyce and Bud Cole of Deville, LA.

Visitation for family and friends will be held at the Full Gospel Christian Center, located at 714 Railroad Avenue in Jonesboro from 10:00am – 2:00 pm on Monday, January 20th followed by his Celebration of Life service.  Interment will be at the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Jonesboro under the direction of Paradise Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Bryan Cole, Timothy Cole, Bradley Cole, Jacob Cole, Billy Cole, and Brent Cole