On 3 January 2024, in his 91st year. Devoted husband of Colleen for 69 years.

Loved Dad of Steven and Craig. Father-in-law to Annie and Kerrianne. Grandad to Sam, Tyler, Maja, Leah, Matthew, Michaealla, Stina, Jess, and Ben. Great grandad to Archie, Maeve, and Lulu.

A service for Lawrence is to be held at Legacy Tauranga, 383 Pyes Rd, Tauranga on Wednesday 10 January at 2.00 pm. Tributes may be left at legacyfunerals.co.nz. Communication to the Lawrence Cole family c/- PO Box 3136 Tauranga 3142.