May 27, 1948 - February 26, 2023
It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved Roland “Rollie” Coles of Sandy Cove, Newfoundland at Charles Curtis Memorial Hospital on February 26, 2023 at the age of 74 years.
Roland is survived by his loving wife Ivy (Genge); his children, Billy (Tama), Bobby (Amy) and granddaughter Liliana, 5 sisters Eva (Garfield), Eliza, Sara, Barbara (Harris), Mona (Stanley), and special nephew Melvin (Sonya) as well as beloved cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends.
Roland was predeceased by his father Roland Sr., his mother Miriam, his sisters Dora, Margaret, Alma and father in law William Genge.
There are no words that can express how grateful and blessed we are to Roland’s nieces Annette & Colette. They were like daughters to him and they honoured their uncle by selflessly supporting him and our family in his greatest time of need.
Roland touched the lives of so many people with his generosity, kindness, and friendship. He will truly be missed and will never, ever, be forgotten.
He enjoyed the cabin life, moose hunting trips, and also enjoyed coaching his boys playing hockey. He never went anywhere without Ivy by his side, and they cherish many memories that will last forever.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date for family and friends to honour the beautiful life and soul of our Rollie Coles.
Visitation to take place from Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home in St. Anthony on Friday, March 3, 2023 from 2-5 pm. Cremation to follow with funeral service to take place at a later date.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to Kerry M. Fillatre Funeral Home, St. Anthony and Roddicktion.