Arthur William Cole

Arthur William Cole, 89, of Ocala, Florida, formerly of Morristown, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at Cates Hospice House of Ocala.

He was born January 11, 1936, in Shelby County, the son of Dillard and Nadine (Storie) Cole. On October 2, 1954, he married his wife of 70 years, Janice Marlene Hauk, and she survives.

In addition to Janice, Arthur is survived by his daughters, Cheryl Ramsey and husband, Gary, of Shelbyville, and Kelly Carlton and husband, Bruce, of Morristown; sister, Joyce Ann Crull of Fishers; grandchildren, Bruce Ramsey and wife, Heather, Melia Rude and husband, Nathan, and Chelsy White and husband, Adam; 12 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

In 1954, he graduated from Morristown High School.

Arthur retired from International Harvester in April of 1985, with over 30 years of service.

He and Janice were highly noted square dancers.

Graveside services will be held at a later date.

Online condolences may be shared with Arthur’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.