John Edward Coles, Jr. 'Sarge'

John Edward Coles, Jr. 'Sarge' born January 20, 1946 went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, April 14, 2021. He served in the United States Army from 1964 to 1967 and received the National Defense Service Medal and the Marksman Badge for rifle and pistol. John loved his truck and Harley, listening to music and spending time with his family, especially at Christmas time. He was a member of the American Legion and the Open Hearth Club. He leaves behind his wife of 17 years, Marilyn (nee Pittenger); his two sons, Johnny Coles and Michael Coles; five grandchildren and three great grandchildren; his sister, Katherine (Smitty) of Indian Lake; his brother, John Phillip (Cindy) of East Liberty and his sister-in-law, Sandy of East Liberty. He was preceded in death by his father, John Coles; mother, Beulah McColloch (nee Lucas); stepfather, Robert McColloch; sister, Mona and brother, Robert 'Pup' McColloch. Private burial will be in East Liberty at a later date. The family suggests that in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to the Embassy Nursing Center. Please visit the funeral home's website to share a memory and sign the guest register, www.hempelfuneralhome.com