Randy Cole, age 50, of Ward, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, February 19, 2008. He was born March 23, 1957 in Garden City, Michigan. He was a proud member of the Undenominational faith and a member of Campground Union Church were he was a Councilman and Sunday School teacher.

Randy was a barber/hairstylist for 33 years, a profession he truly enjoyed. He also enjoyed the many friends that he made in and outside of work.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 11 years, Melinda (Burgess) Cole of Ward; two sons Joseph Cooper and Jason Cole (Sonia); daughter Natasha Paintin (Jeff); four grandchildren: Randi, Jeffery Jr., Bryce & Blake; sisters, Phillis Browning, Andrea Davis & Connie Shahan; along with many nieces, nephews and other loving family members and dear friends.

A time of visitation will be 1:00 to 9:00 pm on Thursday, February 21, 2008 with the family receiving friends from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Funeral Services will be 11:00 am Friday, February 22, 2008 at Campground Union Church with Bro. Ron Cody & Bro. Harold O'Brien officiating with interment immediately following at Hicks Cemetery in Lonoke. Arrangements by Thomas Funeral Service of Cabot (501) 941-7888. Please send online condolences to www.thomasfuneralservice.com.