Robert D. "RC" Cole
August 13, 1949 ~ June 3, 2013
Robert D. "RC" Cole, 63, of Weirton, passed away Monday, June 3, 2013 in Life Line Hospital, Wintersville, Ohio. He was the husband of the late Joyce Smith Cole who passed away in 2007.
Born on August 13, 1949 in Weirton he was a son of the late Basil and Wilma Schupbach Cole. He was also preceded in death by a brother Larry Harmon.
Robert was a 1967 graduate of Weir High School, worked as the parts coordinator for Weirton Steel Corporation for 20 years and was an outgoing person and an avid sports fan especially watching the Pittsburgh Steelers.
He is survived by four sons Robert D. Cole, Jr. and Randall G. Smith, Jr., Raymond T. Smith and fianc (Jessica Ford), and John "Rick" Smith (Becky) all of Weirton; daughters Diana Lester (Brian) of Waynesburg, OH and Donna Dotson of Steubenville, OH; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a niece Candy Harmon.
Friends will be received on Wednesday from 4pm until the 8pm funeral service at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main St., Weirton.
Contributions may be made to Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home.
RC, I remember him from High School I was from the Class of 68 and he was an Alumni of 1967. Many days growing up we played basketball at the community center baseball in the summer. He was an avid sports fan, of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Pirates. He was really good friends of Mike Block who lived on Orchard St. Mike would often entertain RC, at his home in Florida. He will be missed, sad to hear of his Death.
RC was one of my best friends. So many good times and memories. He will be truly missed. Love to the family and prayers
I went to high school and worked with RC in the mill. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Pap rc I miss u so much.. sorry I haven’t been there the whole time… but the 2 hours I got to spent with u made me feel good….. I kick my self everyday for that… but pap I love n miss u.. kiss gmal cole for me n both u watch over us… good night pap n gmal
I have many fond memories of RC from downtown area, community center and from school, RC, was a great supporter and avid fan of the Red Rider teams, and the local Pittsburgh pro teams, I will miss this great friend and man. Nick Kundrat
i just lost my best friend of 50 years & the brother i never had!we talked ever friday morning & he made 10 trips to florida in may to try & always get a tan!(like the sun doesn’t shine in weirton)he made so many friends down here that when we were together in the pool or playing cards that people couldn’t believe that we were best of friends!i called him the worst names & he always gave it back with words i never heard of!i really will miss all of that!i got to say my goodby to him sunday nite,when my good friend dean went to see him & held his cell phone to his ears & told him i loved him like the brother i never had!THANKS to all of his true friends in weirton for always being there for him & as i tell all my friends in the villages that knew him that he might not look like much,but he would give you the shirt off his back!my sister bonnie says,he was & always will be FAMILY!CATHY & I LOVE YOU FOREVER & REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER!
I’m so sorry for your loss. RC was such a wonderful person. He loved to dance and was always happy. I will always remember the good times. My prayers are with you all.
I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR THAT RC HAS PASSED AWAY. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HIM AS MY FAVORITE DJ. HE ALWAYS KNEW WHAT TO PLAY ON THE JUKEBOX FROM MOTOWN TO NASHVILLE. I LOVED HIS STYLE.
We are so sorry to hear about RC. He was a long time friend and we will miss him. Kenny and Vanessa Butler
Uncle RC, you will be sadly missed. Your laugh; Your humor; You as a great man. May you rest easy in the hands of the Lord. Sorry we couldn’t make it to share in the celebration of your life. Much love always. God speed Uncle.
You will be sadly missed…Friend and brother-in-law. Sending our love and deep condolences. Prayers!
Remembering a nice guy from our high school years. We all sat at the same lunch table. We have fond memories of RC and he will be missed by his family and friends. Rest in peace RC. Mark and Barbara Trushel Weir High Class of 1966
Sorry to hear about RC. I go clear back to the North End days with him. He will be sadly missed.
To the Cole Family So sorry to hear of RC’s passing. He & Rick were friends for many years. Prayer to the family in this difficult time
To all of RC’s family and friends: You have our deepest sympathy. You are in our thoughts and prayers. There were so many memories of growing up downtown in the late 60’s with RC and all of our friends: the dances at the Center, the trips to the Pizza Shop, Elby’s Big Boy, the Dairy Queen, the bowling Alley, Franks, Pauline’s and the New Year’s Eve Party that we had at RC’s house. We will all miss you! Ron & Tina Greer
To RC’s children and grandchildren. You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your dad and grandfather. I remember him from our high school years. Always a gentleman and always so nice to everyone. Boy did he love to dance. May God comfort you in your loss.