Beecher Cole Obituary (1947 - 2026)

It is with a twinkle in our eyes and a smile on our lips that we bid farewell to our beloved father, Beecher "Dobie" Eugene Cole, who made the great cosmic transition on May 11th, 2026. Born back in the chill of winter on December 22nd, 1947, in Dayton, Ohio, Beecher had a knack for warming hearts with his charisma and humor, no matter the season. His life was a grand adventure, and he was perpetually the witty, funny, and adventurous captain at the helm. Beecher's charm and humor were matched only by his talents at work. He served as the Head of Maintenance for Resident Home Association for 17 years, and in true Beecher fashion, he approached every broken pipe and squeaky hinge with a joke and a grin. But it wasn't all work and no play for our dear Dobie. When the workday ended, you could often find him outside, enjoying his hobbies of camping, hiking, and shooting at a range. His adventurous spirit was infectious, and he had a knack for making even the smallest outdoor excursion feel like a grand adventure. Beecher's legacy lives on through his sons, Brad, Jesse, Jason, and Brian; his grandkids, Jacob, Kathleen, Liam, Cody, Madison, Courtney, Thomas, Amelia, and Lillian; and his daughter-in-law, Heidi. He is reunited in the great beyond with his parents, Finley and Kathleen; his brother, Monroe; and his wife, Margaret. As we remember Beecher, let's not forget to infuse our own lives with his charisma, wit, humor, and sense of adventure. To honor our funnyman father, we encourage you to share your fondest memories of Beecher and upload your favorite photos of him on his memorial page. After all, he was a man who loved a good story, and he'd want his legacy to be filled with laughter and love.