Gary D. Cole, 49, of Memphis passed away Monday, October 13, 2003. He grew up in Castle Creek, NY and lived in the Syracuse area all his married life. He was employed at New Venture Gear for 12 years. He was a Scout Master for Troop 143 in Memphis and served on the Scouting Eagle Review Board. He enjoyed gardening, restoring old homes and camping.

Survivors: his wife, Nadine, children Adam and Alison, son-in-law John, grandaughter Haley, brothers David and Roger, mother-in-law Florence, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Services: 11:00am Saturday, October 18, 2003 at the Redeemer Evangelical Covenant Church, 7565 Morgan Rd., Liverpool. Burial will be private. Calling hours are 2-4pm and 7-9pm Friday, October 17, 2003 at Falardeau Funeral Home, 93 Downer St., Baldwinsville.

Contributions: Boy Scout Troop 143, C/O Tom Lee, 5418 British Open Lane, Camillus, NY 13031.