Michael A Cole, of Citrus Heights, went to the Lord on February 10th at the age of 26. He is survived by his grandparents, parents, and six brothers and sisters. Michael was the first of many grandchildren. He joined the Marines after High School. In Iraq, he was severely injured by a bomb under his vehicle. He survived with a traumatic brain injury and other physical disabilities. He was struggling with life when he was murdered in his home. Family and friends are invited to a visitation on Friday, February 24th at Mount Vernon Memorial Park, 8201 Greenback Lane, Fair Oaks, from 4pm-8pm; with a funeral service following at 10am on Saturday, February 25th. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, at https://semperfifund.org/donate and to the Fisher Houses, Palo Alto and Bethesda.
