Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

Thinking of my Dad today ....
Pleasant thoughts of camping, hugs after work as he was still dressed in his uniform. Model trains in the garage and learning how to ride my bike on Suzanne Court in San Jose.
Mom never remarried and 94 this year. She always sighs when I mention him and says he was a wonderful man ❤️
Always in my heart
Loving you a little more today
Your daughter Elizabeth

Elizabeth Thompson

March 9, 2020

Officer Cole,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the USN and USMM. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Fair Winds And Following Seas

BPA Mike Casey
United States Border Patrol
El Paso Station

January 31, 2019

Rest in Peace Lester.Palo Alto appreciated your volunteer time.

PAPD Reserve Off.(1962-68)JimBlankenship
San Mateo Co. Probation(1963-88) P.O.

December 17, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother LEO. Thank you and your family for your sacrifice and service for this country.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret)
Upland Police Dept. CA

January 31, 2018

Today we honored the memory of Lester Cole with a gathering at his gravesite. We talked about his service to the department and in attendance was several retired officers that worked with him. A beautiful spray of flowers was left at his gravesite. Rest in peace.

Barbara Stouffer

January 31, 2015

My Dad was also a Navel Officer, LTJG, during the occupation of Japan. He Also served in The Merchant Marines. I am so proud of him. He has always served humanity. Love You Dad!

SGT United States Army Charles A. Cole
Son. Living in Colorado with my wife Robin.

January 31, 2013

Dad, I've missed You. Everything I have become, was to make You proud. Growing up going fishing and camping is what I remember we used to do as a family. I loved our Rambler wagon. I loved building model trains and ships and planes with You. I have always cherished my memories of You. I'm so glad Mom and Liz could make this ceremony. My work would not allow me to attend. My heartfelt appreciation to Dennis for contacting me to let me know you were being recognized. I am so proud of You. I Love You.

SGT United States Army Charles A. Cole
Son. Living in Colorado with my wife Robin.

January 31, 2013

I did not know you but your son Chuck describes you as a kind and wonderful Dad. His life will never be the same without you but you will always be in his heart and soul. May God bless you and keep you always and forever.

Marti Coffman Steiner
Sister of Chuck Cole

January 25, 2013

I miss my Dad...I am looking forward to this memorial in Jan 2013...Please Lord Jesus guide our hearts and steps to show us what you want us to do....we do all things through you.

Daughter
Occupational Therapist

January 22, 2013

Rest in Peace, Officer Cole. Your sacrifice is not forgotten.

Officer 11169

January 19, 2012

Your heroism and service is honored today, the 42nd anniversary of your death. Your memory lives and you continue to inspire. Thank you for your service. My cherished son Larry Lasater was a fellow police officer murdered in the line of duty on April 24, 2005 while serving as a Pittsburg, CA police officer.

Phyllis Loya
mom of fallen officer Larry Lasater

January 31, 2011

No fellow California law enforcement personnel killed in the line-of-duty, should be forgotten.

Officer Cole, may Your Soul Rest-In-Peace

Maj M. B. Parlor
USMC / LAPD

January 31, 2008

YOU ARE REMEMBERED TODAY AND THANK YOU SIR FOR YOUR SERVICE

Pat Van Den Berghe, Manchester, NH
Neighbors for a Better Manchester, NH

January 22, 2008

Lester was a very laid back kind of guy. Like most reserve officers, he would work his regular job 8-10 hours, then get into his uniform (we had to buy our own uniforms those days), and come and work into the night. We did not have two-person patrol cars, so reserves used to be immediate cover for regular officers. He was begining to start a flare pattern, and was hit by a motorist who could not see him in the darkness. Lester was bending over at the time. Lester, like myself, had a twin brother. He was a gentle, nice man

Ofcr Roy Rogers
Palo Alto PD

May 11, 2007

I did not know you but you are my brother . You were doing your job when someone made a huge mistake at your cost. May God comfort you and your family. I will update the information on the bio page to make it more complete. Rest in Peace

Officer D Trujillo
Palo Alto PD

October 20, 2006

Officer Cole,
On this, the 36th anniversary of your death, I would like to say thank you for your service to the citizens of Palo Alto.
R.I.P.
Anonymous

January 31, 2005