We prayed for Mr Cole's soul at Mass at St Michael's Croydon today. Best wishes to Mrs Cole and all the family from Fr Tim

Seems like just yesterday you were still with us. Love you and miss you always Dad. Rest in eternal heavenly peace. X

Its been 3 years today since you left us, Daddy, we miss you every day. Every time I cook rice and throw away the burnt bit at the bottom of the pan, I think of you as you would always say, " don't throw that away; the krawo's the best bit!"

Love you always

Happy Heavenly Birthday and Happy Heavenly Wedding Anniversary Daddy.
Love & miss you always

Annette x

Happy Birthday. Love you and will miss you always Dad.
C.
X

An honour and a pleasure to work with and for Chris 1978-1983
Chris was the first and best Charge Nurse I encountered at Springfield Hospital
A man of inegrity, professionalism and a warm sense of humour
As an ex-school teacher I felt a rapport with him knowing he respected education who felt frustrated his intelligence was not recognised by those in seniority
Always immaculately dressed I will remember Chris as a friend and colleague, a worthy man from Sierra Leone

Dear Mrs Cole and family,

I can scarcely believe that a whole year has passed since Mr Cole has died. May he rest in peace. I hope you are all keeping safe and well. I am about to go to St Michael's to celebrate the First Mass of Easter and I will pray for your lovely family and for the soul of our dear brother, Mr Cole. God bless you all, Fr Tim

A year ago today, you changed time for eternity Sir Chris. God be with you till we meet again

Happy birthday Dad. Love you and miss you always. X

Happy 83rd Birthday Daddy and Happy Wedding Anniversary. Miss you every day.

My dearest Aunty Gladys, I’m still in shock. May the father of all comfort, comfort you, your children and all the family. May He heal your broken hearts and strengthen you in Jesus name. And may his soul rest in peace. To his children I say, men like our fathers cannot die. They are with us still, real in memory as they were in flesh, loving and beloved forever
God bless you Uncle Chris as you travel your spiritual journey knowing that death is not the end but the beginning. Much love until we meet again. Ann-Marie Samura

Mr and Mrs Cole are a gem on planet Earth, a gem that is very rare to find. I happens to meet this great couples , when the late brother of Mrs Cole introduces me as his employee, ever since then they treated me as their own son, and in return i helped them to do some house chores , which I never regretted.Many people have known this couple for the love of education, even as an illiterate they treated me equally as others.In order not for me to jobless, they talk me through to learn an Hand job which I did.And today I’m so grateful as I am a successful local civil engineer.
May his great soul Rest In Peace.
We love u❤️
#*Momoh*#

It saddens my heart, when I heard about the death of Christian Kahinde Cole.He was a great husband,father, uncle and friend.To me he was a father, a father who keep in touch with his children disregarding the distance. I met Mr and Mrs Cole, through a friend who happens to be their adopted daughter.Ever since then they treated me as their very own. Over the years, when this two amazing couples ship food items, clothing and other necessarily items, my name was included as a beneficiary.As if that was not enough they will still send a token to add it up to whatever they may have shipped.They were not just a parent to their own Biological children, they were parent to a lot of people. What I admire most about Pa Cole is the love he had for education.He had sponsor many children in Sierra Leone financially to further their education.Pa Cole you will be miss, May your gentle soul continue to Rest In Peace.
#*From Ada*#

May Uncle Christopher Cole rest in perfect peace. We will always remember him as a gentle, kind, fun-loving and jovial man, he's going to be greatly missed. Sending love and hugs to you all, may he watch over you and protect you and may you continue to make him proud in all you do. 
Love Kensema and family

I am Janet, a very closed friend to the Cole family. I came to know Mr and Mrs Cole through a closed friend of mine (Cecilia-Freetown) for quite some time now. I will say, a big THANKs to Cecelia as a 'God-Sent' for me to meet such an adorable and God fearing family.

I for one will always remain to miss "Daddy Cole" because of his POSSITIVE and HUMBLE character of his, who was very LOVING and CARING. Was full of strong and enthusiastic spirit. May Our Good Lord receive him with all good angels

Daddy, as i first mentioned, was really a God-sent to me and my children, as he has wiped tears from my eyes on so many occasions with both financial help and encouraging words... (tears as am typing) may his soul rest in peace!

I have missed those days, when i will pop in to do mummy's hair, and will also asked to dye daddy's one; but most times daddy will say "Gladys, why bordering yourself, no need to dye mine, cause am already on my DEPARTURE seat....just waiting for ARRIVAL" and both mummy and i will burst into a big laughter!! and both of them will go on and on with provoking and laughter, which was so sweet of them. I just pray that, mummy will remain strong to stand all those SWEET MEMORIES of a dear HUSBAND to her, and also my prayer is, may God in His immense mercy grant this family peace, love and steadfast to meet to God's will till eternity. May the love that we all have for Daddy Cole, let him rest in perfect peace. Aaaaamen

Mr Cole was a very respected member of the congregation of St Michael's, Croydon. I always think of him arriving at Church very smart and dignified and we will miss him very much. His memory will be a blessing to those who knew him.

Our hearts go out to Mrs Cole and all their lovely family and we remember everyone in our prayers. It was strange that there were so few of us at the funeral, though wonderful that so many family and friends were able to watch the service. When things get better we will meet again and we look forward very much to welcoming everyone to St Michael's to pay our respects and to honour Mr Cole.

May he rest in peace and rise in glory and may our faith in the risen Lord Jesus give comfort and strength to those of us who mourn his sad passing.

God bless you all. Fr Tim

The strife is o’er the battle won....joining the many voices in paying tribute to a fine gentleman, a legislator of integrity and a blessing to humanity.
Death is the harvest time; we reap the fruits we have sown in our life time.
It’s harvest time; hence Uncle Chris has gone to reap the good fruits he sowed during his life on earth.
We did not expect it and wish we had more time to continue to appreciate you. God in His infinite wisdom knows best.
May the good Lord comfort and sustain your dearly beloved wife- Aty Ebun, children and family now and always.
Sleep, sleep & take your rest - God be with you till we meet again.

Christian was a friend a Fellow Regentonian and a very valuable and worthy masonic brother. He was Worshipful Master of the James Speller Lodge No. 3577 in Croydon, District of Surrey in 2005. He was my Immediate Pass Master when I attained the Chair in February 2006 after having served his year most excellently. Chris was a fine Ritualist who will hold the house spellbound in admiration for his eloquent and unbridled delivery unprompted and accurately word perfect. He attained Grand Ranks recently as his services went beyond what he did in Craft, Royal Arch, and other Orders he was associated with both in the UK and in his native land Freetown Serra Leone. He was promoted to Past Provincial Assistant Grand Registrar in 2018 in the Craft and in Chapter (Royal Arch), as Past Provincial Grand Standard Bearer in 2015. He will be greatly missed. On behalf of myself and my family, members of James Speller Lodge No 3577 and the Sierra Leone Grammar School Old Boys Association UK, I extend deep condolences to his wife Gladys Ebun, his Children, grandchildren, and the rest of the family, and friends. May his soul Rest In Perfect Peace.

Christian was a friend a Fellow Regentonian and a very valuable and worthy masonic brother. He was Worshipful Master of the James Speller Lodge No. 3577 in Croydon, District of Surrey in 2005. He was my Immediate Pass Master when I attained the Chair in February 2006 after having served his year most excellently. Chris was a fine Ritualist who will hold the house spellbound in admiration for his eloquent and unbridled delivery unprompted and accurately word perfect. He attained Grand Ranks recently as his services went beyond what he did in Craft, Royal Arch, and other Orders he was associated with both in the UK and in his native land Freetown Serra Leone. He was promoted to Past Provincial Assistant Grand Registrar in 2018 in the Craft and in Chapter (Royal Arch), as Past Provincial Grand Standard Bearer in 2015. He will be greatly missed. On behalf of myself and my family, members of James Speller Lodge No 3577 and the Sierra Leone Grammar School Old Boys Association UK, I extend deep condolences to his wife Gladys Ebun, his Children, grandchildren, and the rest of the family, and friends. May his soul Rest In Perfect Peace.

Ebun and Family. We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you all as we share this great loss with you. We have always admired Chris and yourself, an example of a happy and united family. We thank God for the opportunity we had to enjoy the company of Chris, his support, jokes, laughter, smiles and not forgetting his stylish dressing and dancing. Thank God for all His achievements and May his Soul Rest in Eternal Peace. To Ebun and family may God continue to watch over you and fill the gap left in your lives with HIS presence.

From Beatrice & Donald Lewis

I will truly miss "Pops" his warmth, friendship, shared jokes and teasing of Gladys. Your smile is in my memory and the greeting from you of "Ian Cole!" as I came through the door welcoming me into your home and family. A true Gentleman and friend. I will expect to visit you in your mansion and keep it in good repair for you Sir one day. My deepest respect to all Family Cole.
Much Love Ian.

Uncle. I thank God for your life.Thank you for everything. The joy. The wisdom. The laughter. The sharing. For the friends that became family. God has called you to your rest. Rest in then bosom of Abraham with the heavenly angels and the righteous who have gone before us. Rest. 
Love from Chioma, Bobby, Curtis, Lance, Nyran and Kyshari

Oh I wish April 3rd was not on the 2020 calendar, oh I wish I have the power to reverse time just to make you stay with us for more time.Christian Kahinde Cole, who I usually called bobor belleh was an angel in human form, I met Mr&Mrs Cole as nobody, they took me as their own daughter, they provided for me both materially and financially, as if that was not enough, they took responsibility of my son’s education. Traveling was merely a dream to me, until when this lovely couples invited me to stay with them in England for sometime.Words can’t express how grateful I am and how sadly I will miss you.Even in your sick bed you assured me that my son school fees will be settled.Your love for education is so exceptional, you sacrifice your money and time to help hardworking people around the world. The fun we had any time you travel to Sierra Leone more especially those Saturday I prepared your foo-foo and bittas and you used to provoke me with the name Cecilia Saidu and I in turn call u borbor belleh will never be forgotten
Despite the distance you still exercise your fatherly love by calling us every week to check upon us
We love you but God love you most, we shall surely meet again, continue to Rest In Peace.Borbor belleh
From Cecilia Awonsanya

I have just sat through the service, whilst in the the phone with my Dad. I did cry. My memories of Uncle Chris is always one of joy and happiness. Uncle Chris picked me up from the airport when I immigrated to England. My first night was spent on the loving embrace of his family. Invariably we will see uncle Chris and auntie Ebu whilst we are holiday or at family reunions. My lasting memory of him is of a kind and gently family man who was a dedicated consort to my dearest Auntie Ebu. My sincere sympathies to You auntie and my cousins Bernard, Annette, Christie and Nina. May He rest in peace.
Adekunle.

Rest in peace uncle Christ Mohamed sanusi and ajara
My condolences to the Cole family

I have such fond memories of Uncle Chris at Dennett Road, Croydon. He was a warm, kind man with a wicked sense of humour. Him and Auntie made me feel a part of the family and I am grateful for all the support he gave me during that period of my life. I am saddened of the loss and that I have not been able to say farewell in person.
Auntie, Bernard, Annette, Christie and Nina , may the special memories you shared shine through your loss and help to comfort you.
May he rest in perfect peace always.
Justina Smith (nee) Brown

Thank you uncle Chris for being first a wonderful husband and second steward of your children, because of you I have an awesome best friend and growing up I always had a home away from home and extra family. I pray that you are all comforted by the Holy Spirit. Hugs to all of you.

Sincere condolences to the Cole family, thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love from Judith Bedeau and family❤

I want to express my deepest sympathy to you Miss Ebu and the children. I know the loss that you all must be feeling, because I know how i am going to miss him. Barnard spoke of his kindness and generosity , I can really second that. I am going to miss his valuable advice whenever I came to him with my problems. I miss you Uncle Chris, may your soul rest in peace and please protect and look over my aunt. Lots of love Cynthia ♥️

So sorry Chris to see you go and not being around to pay my respect. However I thank God for your life and the legacy you've left. May God grant you eternal rest. Sleep on brother and take your rest until we meet again. I pray for God's comfort and strength for Ebu and the rest of the family. Rest in perfect peace.

Christian Kahinde Cole aka Pa Cole, was a great husband, a great father and a great grandfather,he was a backbone to many that have succeeded in lives mostly academically, which I happen to be one of the luckiest person under is charismatic blessings.I met Mr&Mrs Cole when my mum who happens to be their adopted daughter introduced me as her son, ever since that day they took me as their own and sworn to take care of my education.I was in class 5 then, and to this very faithfully day ,they haven’t fail in their promises toward my mum and I. I wish you should have stayed with us for some time to see my boyhood dream comes to live as it only remains 2 years of me graduating from the University to fully become a Scientist.It saddens my heart to hear that you are gone, your last words two days before your are gone is still ringing up to date, you said *’’Tosin pray for me ok, when I get better I will try to pay the remaining of your college fees, and don’t forget to pray for me’’*
This is not only a sad moment to the Cole family but to the vast number of people around the world that you have touch with your golden heart.May your soul continue to Rest In Peace.You are surely missed.we love u so much Pa Cole❤️

I Reginald Cole son of the late Ayifemi Cole, would like to extend our warmest & deepest condolences. We are truly sad to hear of the passing of uncle. I last saw him in January & to hear of his passing is a shock.
We trust that during such difficult times you have found strength in the Lord.
May Uncle rest in perfect peace.

Sending my sincere condolences to the COLE family & extended family & friends.

Love to you all
Heather & Family xxx♥️♥️

Danny and I extend our deepest sympathy to you all.
For the few times we've interacted with Ebun and Chris,we find him to be a true gentleman and FUNNY! Proper Krio boy!
May his soul rest in peace!

"And when the day comes DAWN- THAT- DEATH- MUST- PART- THEM''
hush ya Aunty Ebu. My prayers and thoughts are always with you and all the
children. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace and rise in glory - Amen

My sincere condolences to the Cole family especially Aunt Ebun and the kids.
May his soul rest in peace.  Rest in God's loving arms. 

Chris was a kind, helpful, giving, and fun loving person. He was always well dressed as confirmed by the pastor. He liked dancing and so is Ebun. He loves his wife and children to death. He once told me "my children are my family". He was a good father and dedicated husband. They worked together as a team and that made them successful. In January 2020 he gave a perfect eulogy honoring my brother Alex Cowan at his funeral. I congratulated him and his exact words were "I have been with your family for too long and I know a lot ". Now you have gone to meet your maker and I know you are in heaven. Ebun please mourn with hope for Jesus will wipe all your tears away and the Holy Spirit will comfort and direct you. It is very difficult at this time but God is in control. I cried with you at the cemetry because I know what you are going through. Hush ya. May his Soul rest in peace.