Muscatine, Iowa – The Muscatine community is mourning the loss Tony Eugene Cole54, who died on Monday, 1 December 2025At the University of Iowa Hospitals. Known for his warm personality, love of people and dedication to Special Olympics, Tony leaves behind a legacy of kindness, strength and happiness.
Visit and Service Details
meeting for Tony Cole will be held at Friday, December 5, 2025From 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm But Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Frears Funeral Home,
A graveside service will follow 2:00 pm But Greenwood CemeteryConducted by Vern Cole.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made to new optionsAn organization that played an important role in Tony’s life. Condolence messages can be shared here www.wittichfuneralhome.com,
Early life and education
born on 27 October 1971in muscatine Vernon E. Cole And terry honia hunterTony spent his childhood and adolescence in the Muscatine community. He attended Muscatine schools, where he formed lifelong friendships and became active participants in special olympicsAn event that gave him great pride and joy.
A life full of joy, connection and favorite traditions
Tony was passionate about bowling, one of his favorite pastimes, and he frequently participated in Special Olympics events. He loved travelling, talking to others and being surrounded by people. His warm, friendly nature made him someone who could easily brighten another person’s day.
he especially loved ChristmasA holiday that brought him pure happiness every year. One of his greatest joys was homemade noodles lovingly prepared by his Aunt Sherry – something he looked forward to every season.
family and loved ones
Tony has a big and loving family including his siblings:
Mindy Cole, Christy (Brad) Cole, Brandi (Matt) Everhart, Misty Cole, Vern (Dena) Cole, Dale Dodd, Lisa (Leslie) Dodd and Michael Dodd.
His family also includes several aunts and uncles who played important roles in his life, including:
Norma (Tim) Stelzner, Dean (Beth) Cole, Sherry (Randy) Morgan, Kathy (Mark) Seefeldt, and Bubby Lambert.Also many cousins, nieces and nephews who loved her.
Tony was preceded in death by both of his parents; her stepmother, betty burgesshis grandparents, Robert and Mary Honea And Ralph and Wilma Coleand his aunt, lanyard stitcher,
heartfelt thanks
The family expresses its heartfelt gratitude new options team-special Joe, Jenny, Amanda, Mary and Mark-For the extraordinary care, compassion and love you shared with Tony throughout his life. Their support made a profound difference and is remembered with deep appreciation.
Tony Eugene Cole He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his love for others and his ability to bring smiles wherever he went. His presence will be greatly missed, but the warmth he shared will live on in the hearts of all who knew him.
May he rest in eternal peace.
