Cole, Walton L. - Age 88, of New Minas, and formerly of Advocate Harbour passed away Friday, September 26, 2014 at the Grand View Manor, Berwick. Born in Advocate Harbour, he was a son of the late Clarence and Mary (Rector) Cole. He is survived by his wife, the former Gladys Wasson; daughters, Brenda Burchell, Bedford; Amy Melanson, Salt Spring Island, B.C.; sister, Berna Robinson, Halifax; brother, Richard (Hazel), Advocate Harbour; 5 grandchildren, Jessica Burchell, Steven Melanson (Nicole), David Melanson, Jimmy Melanson, Nikki Melanson; 2 great-grandsons, Keiran, Cael; several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a sister, Joyce; a brother, Alfred. Visitation 1-2 p.m. on Tuesday [October 1, 2014] at the Advocate Baptist Church, where funeral service will follow at 2 p.m., Rev. Emmanuel Mutale officiating. Burial to follow in the Advocate Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society. Arrangements entrusted to Smith’s Funeral Home, Parrsboro. Online condolences at www.smithsfuneralhome.com