Myrtle E. "Tudy" Cole, 82, of Seekonk, died peacefully on January 27, 2026 at Sturdy Memorial Hospital. She was the wife of the late Gordon "Tommy" Cole. Born in Taunton, MA, she was a daughter of the late John F. Abrams and Myrtle E. (Munroe) Abrams.
Mrs. Cole was employed as a cashier with Ann & Hope and Benny's in Seekonk until her retirement. She enjoyed crocheting, baking, and her beloved dogs.
She leaves her loving children: Susan M. Cole of Fall River and Gary E. Cole of Seekonk. Cherished grandmother of Lucas Sieben, Alexander Sieben, Nicholas Sieben, Julee Sieben, and four great-grandchildren. She was the sister of Paula Piscopiello, Edward Abrams, Carlton Abrams, and the late John F. Abrams.
Her funeral and burial will be private. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. Arrangements are in the care of the Home of J.H. WILLIAMS & CO., 210 Taunton Avenue, East Providence, RI. For online messages of condolence, kindly visit
www.jhwilliamsfuneralhome.comPublished by Waikato Times on Feb. 7, 2026.