Michael Edward Cole, age 76, of Jackson, KY passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018 at his residence in Jackson, KY–He was born October 19, 1941 in Jackson, KY and was the son of the late Lester “Fox” and Marie (Gambill) Cole. –He also was preceded in death by his wife: Mary Susie (Deaton) Cole.–Two brothers: Tevis Ray Cole and Jimmy Cole.–He is survived by two sons:  Owen Ray Cole of Jackson, KY–Michael Edward Cole, II of Plant City, FL.–One granddaughter: Kayla Michele Cole of Plant City, FL.–One sister: Lois Ann Johnson of Oregon. –Two brothers: Michael Wolfe of AZ and Kenny Wolfe of Cincinnati, OH.–One  Niece: Charlene Crager of IN.–One nephew:  Tony Cole of Jackson, KY–Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 9, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at Deaton Funeral Home Chapel with Gary Bellamy officiating.–Burial in the Jackson Cemetery.–Visitation will begin on Thursday at 5:00 p.m.–Military Rites to be observed on day of funeral.–Deaton Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.–Pallabearers: Family and Friends