Kevin J. "KC" Cole

Kevin J. “KC” Cole, 55, of Conklin, passed away on Thursday, January 25, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents, Walter “Nick” Cole and recently his mother Clara “Gately” Cole, grandparents, Lester and Ruth Cole, Arthur and Gertrude Gately. He is survived by his loving wife, Clara, and his four-legged pal, Kneisel. He is also survived by his uncle Thomas (Sharon) Gately, aunts, Agnes Whitney, Edna (Edwin) Allen, Marion Rutkowski, Joan Cole and several cousins. He was a devoted husband. Kevin was a beloved brother-in-law, cousin, uncle, co-worker, and friend that was always there to put a smile on your face with his wit or “little pranks”. Kevin was an avid race fan and staple of the racing community. His earliest memories are of his mom taking him to Five Mile Point to watch his uncle drive the race car his dad built. Kevin followed in his family footsteps racing at Five Mile Point and other local tracks alongside his cousin, Joe Cole. Kevin was proud of his 2005 Track Championship at Five Mile Point. “24KC” will be missed by his race family. When he retired from racing he continued his passion by racing RC cars. He enjoyed following his favorite sports team the Steelers. He worked at Pepsi for 27 years. The Family will receive friends at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango Street, Port Dickinson, NY on Monday, January 30, 2023 from 4-6pm. A Funeral Service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 11am. Burial will follow at the Conklin Cemetery. In lieu of flowers those wishing kindly consider donations in KC’s name to The Spalding Foundation, 1074 Sulpher Springs Road, Owego, NY 13827.

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