of West Memphis, AR
January 12, 1987 - July 5, 2023
Shea Cole, 36, of West Memphis, Arkansas died on July 5, 2023. Shea was born on January 12, 1987 in Memphis, Tennessee. A 2005 honor graduate of West Memphis High School, he was a Blue Devil baseball player, golfer and a friend to everyone he met. He graduated from Arkansas State University in 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in Corporate Finance and was a member of the Kappa Alpha fraternity. In 2015, he graduated from Barret's School of Banking.
With an infectious laugh and a smile that lit up a room, Shea was the light and life of every gathering. He had more rhythm on a dance floor than most could dream of and could reel you in with a captivating story. He was ''the baby'' of the tight-knit neighborhood family, which made him the brunt of jokes and childhood mischief. His easy persuasion and million dollar smile could get him out of any predicament he found himself in. Shea accrued many nicknames over the years, most famously ''Shea Johnson'', then later ''Uncle Shave.'' His favorite name, by far, was Dad. Being Smith's father was his greatest accomplishment and joy in life.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert. He is survived by his son, Smith; mother, Cindy; brother, Adam (Shelbi); nieces Troy and Catt and ''the village''.
Visitation will be at the United Methodist Church of West Memphis Saturday, July 8, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., followed by a memorial at 11:00 a.m. Honorary Pallbearers are Adam Cole, Cam Deacon, Ross Bland and Tom Duck. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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39 Condolence(s)
Joe Todd
Monday, July 10, 2023
So sorry to hear about Shea, an infectious smile whenever I saw him. RIP Buddy.
Lauren cole
Monday, July 10, 2023
Cousin I’m so sorry 😞 I did not get to spend much time with you but I’ll remember you for life all the childhood times we had with dad and uncle Robert now your up there with uncle Robert I’ll be giving y’all heaven hugs until we meet again .
Love your cousin
Lauren
Patricia Kessler
Monday, July 10, 2023
I’m so very sorry for your loss praying for family an friends May God Bless you an keep you in his arms Smith ,and Family
Sharon Floyd
Sunday, July 9, 2023
Cindy,
I was so sorry to hear about Shea. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Mike Reneau
Saturday, July 8, 2023
Cindy,
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
CONI FOWLER
Saturday, July 8, 2023
My dear friend Cindy, my heart is crying for this loss. And having just met Smith and his Mom it just doesn't make sense. I'm praying for you to have peace in your life. I'm here for you but wishing I was there. God be with you through this heartrenching time.
Love,
Coni Fowler
Shelley Warner
Saturday, July 8, 2023
Dear Cindy & family,
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your precious Shea. I'm praying for you and your family as y'all try to navigate through this indescribable blow.......there really are no words. â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Karen Lumpkin
Saturday, July 8, 2023
We are so very sorry to hear of Shea's passing. He and Our son Eric played ball together as kids. We are praying for you and your family at this time. Karen and Kevin Lumpkin
Lynn Marner (McElroy)
Saturday, July 8, 2023
Dear Cindy... I don’t have adequate words to say how sorry I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending love.
John and Tricia Cole
Saturday, July 8, 2023
Cindy, Adam, and all, our hearts are breaking for you and Shea. We have been and will continue to pray for all of you. If we were able to travel, we would be there with you. We love you.
Rayanna Brawner
Friday, July 7, 2023
Oh I am SO sorry to hear this. May God give you peace and comfort knowing he is with his Savior. I can only imagine how much you must be grieving and missing him however! I pray God comforts you all as only HE can. Love you Cindy.
Richard Linsky
Friday, July 7, 2023
Tanesha Chatt
Friday, July 7, 2023
Rest easy classmate. Praying for the family
Dorothy Gibson
Friday, July 7, 2023
Praying for the family
Alicia Gurley
Friday, July 7, 2023
Lots of memories with that smiley face! Prayers for family and friends!
Regina Stokes Greer
Friday, July 7, 2023
My condolences too the family. I can remember that blond curly hair and that big beautiful smile. Rest well Shea.
Frances O’Dea
Friday, July 7, 2023
My heart breaks for all of you. Shea’s smile was enough to light up a room on the gloomiest of days. He was a bright spot in my classroom, and he will be missed by everyone whose life he touched. My prayers are with you all.
Shana Bibbs
Friday, July 7, 2023
My heart goes out to you all! Shea will always be remembered fondly from our college years. He was always so kind to me and never cared that I was often the 3rd wheel! I wish you all peace and healing from this loss.
Sincerely,
Shana
Steger Webb
Friday, July 7, 2023
My heart goes out to Shea’s immediate family. All of you will be in my thoughts and prayers.ðŸ™ðŸ™. If y’all need anything please let me know.
Jan Shelton Woody
Friday, July 7, 2023
Cindy, I don’t have the words tell you how sorry I am. I am keeping you and your family on my heart and in my prayers. My our Lord, who was no stranger to sorrow, give you the strength and comfort that He alone can give. Love you. Janice Kay
John Currie
Friday, July 7, 2023
Prayers
Deanna Estes
Friday, July 7, 2023
My heart is broken hearing the news of Shea’s passing. Prayers for his immediate family and his “villageâ€.
Sariesha Matthew
Friday, July 7, 2023
You will be truly missed my friend my classmate my buddy â¤ï¸
Tony Dennison
Friday, July 7, 2023
So sorry for your loss me and my boys had awesome times traveling around playing ball together. Praying for family members. God bless
Kim Hollowell
Friday, July 7, 2023
My heart is sad for Shea’s family. I worked with Shea for several years he was always positive and up beat. Prayers for his “village†especially Smith.
Marty
Friday, July 7, 2023
Being the youngest of 6, I can relate to his story, which is not done. He is now in Heaven and learning and seeing so much while being United with His Father. I always find comfort in prayer and in The Word. Romans 8:38 & 39…For I AM Convinced…He made a Way to Our Father by taking on all my Sins, so I push on and share his Eternal Love while in this temporary body. Hug your Kids and Tell them of your love and the Love of our Father.
Margaret Stringfellow
Friday, July 7, 2023
Cindy my Condolences to you and your family
Kaye/Lynn Stanfield
Friday, July 7, 2023
Cindy our prayers are with you. I hope in some way that you can take comfort knowing he is not suffering from that terrible disease anymore. I remember him in preschool as such a sweet and kind young man. We love you.
Susan Benton Thomas (Sue B)
Friday, July 7, 2023
Cindy, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Marshall and Deborah Bradley
Friday, July 7, 2023
Our deepest condolences to the family for your loss. Shea, LeighAnn and Smith were our neighbors for several years. Great neighbor and friends. Special prayers for Smith.
Brian Prackett
Friday, July 7, 2023
Anna Rawls
Friday, July 7, 2023
Cindy, my sweet dear friend. I know your heart is broken as is mine. I loved sweet Shea and will keep you, Adam and the rest of your family in my prayers. May God comfort you as only He can. Always here for you, love you bunches.
Anna Rawls
Tommy Halford
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Cindy,
So many fond memories of Shea. I always enjoyed watching him play sports at the club. He was a great kid and always would bring a smile to your face! The Cole’s have always been one of my favorite families.
God Bless you and may He comfort you in your time of grief!
Jane Krablin
Thursday, July 6, 2023
A sad time for me seeing this notice, I worked with Shea several years ago he was a sweet smiling young man. Prayers for his mother and his son.
Mike and Donna Kane
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Cindy,
So very sorry for your loss. Praying for peace for you and the family
Amanda King
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Mrs Cindy and Family. My heart is so broken over hearing the news of Sheas passing . I don’t have a memory from school that Shea wasn’t in. I will remember his contagious smile and his love for any sport he played. Praying for your family in the days to come. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Nadia Holley
Thursday, July 6, 2023
I am so saddened to hear of Shea's transition. I had the pleasure of working with him a few years ago and he was a joy to be around. I will definitely keep all of his family and friends in my prayers. MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL!!!
Snake
Thursday, July 6, 2023
Loved Shea he was one of my favorite kids I coached always did what you asked him too always a smile. Sorry for your loss
Mell Criner
Thursday, July 6, 2023
I am so sorry that I want be able to see that smile and visit with him any longer.