Obituary: Christopher Cole, 43, of Southbury

Christopher James Cole, 43, of Southbury, died Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2011, at Waterbury Hospital.

Cole was born Feb. 22, 1968, in Waterbury, to Russell Cole of Largo, Fla., and the late Vera Jakowlew.

He enjoyed the outdoors, especially boating, fishing and hunting. He was a loving father and a wonderful friend with a warm and generous nature.

In addition to his father, he is survived by his son, Kanon Cole and his mother, Candace Carlson, both of Winsted; his son, Jackson Charles Lane of Woodbury; as well as his girlfriend, Kristen Lane of Woodbury. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Paraskewa Jakowlew.

Funeral Service: 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 21, at the Southbury Funeral Home of Munson-Lovetere, 235 Main St. North.

Burial: At the convenience of the family.