Priscilla May “Sharon” Cole departed this life on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on July 24, 1943, to Paul and Melba Edwards in Baldwin Park, California.

Sharon spent the majority of her life in California before moving to Arkansas 20 years ago. She was a Christian and attended The Rock in Jonesboro. She was also involved with St. Bernards Club Pace. In her free time, she enjoyed playing bingo and card games, bird watching, and dancing. Above all, Sharon treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren, who brought her great joy.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Donald Cole.

Sharon is survived by her children, Kenneth “Shorty” Cole, Dennis Cole, Tammy Phillips, Sherrie Cole, and Toni Cole; 11 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. at Finch Cemetery. Those serving as pallbearers are her grandsons: Travis Cole, Aaron Cole, Kristopher Cole and Justin Cole.