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In honor of Cole's passion for aviation and his connection to the Lakeland Aero Club, donations are being accepted to the Lakeland Aero Club in his honor. Please share your favorite memory of Cole with your donation. All contributions will go directly towards offering today's youth hands-on opportunities in restoring, maintaining and flying vintage general aviation aircraft. LAC aims to make tomorrow's greatest aviatiors today.
Jeff Hibbard gave $500
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Kingston Panton gave $10
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Paige Weinberger gave $10
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Anonymous gave $20
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Andrea & Bruce Whiteley gave $100
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Rick Garcia gave $100
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Nickolas & Andrea Bonner gave $100
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Sarah Klimkowski gave $50
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Fred Lopez & Ariana Koruschak & Team gave $300
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Lindsay Slay gave $200
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Vladislav Prostakov gave $200
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Kevin and Susan Crouse gave $50
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Brittany Nelson gave $50
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Mark & Alicia Tosh gave $50
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Eugene Conrad gave $100
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Austin Rodriguez gave $100
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Russell Hernandez gave $200
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Brenda & Kevin Williams gave $100
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Logan Tello gave $50
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Carrie Griner gave $50
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Devin Gagliano gave $10
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Barbara Meyers gave $25
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Danielle and Cody Mattiello gave $50
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Anonymous gave $50
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Sharon Cayce gave $200
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Allison Stringer gave $100
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Jenny Mai Ngam gave $100
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Nicole Chancey gave $250
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Anonymous gave $15
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Bryan Cavalcanti gave $100
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Rachel Thomas gave $100
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Anonymous gave $50
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Toni Cockman gave $100
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Katie Esker gave $50
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Jeff Hibbard
1 hour ago
Cole and I flew together a few times and his eagerness to know more about aviation and his passion for it were always evident. Flying was in his DNA for sure. You are missed my friend.
Andrea & Bruce Whiteley
5 hours ago
In honor of a wonderful young man who has left us way too soon!
Vladislav Prostakov
16 hours ago
I will always remember Cole as a passionate Aviator, a dreamer, and a hard worker who was dedicated to reaching his goals. We spent time together on Aero Club trips, and shared several flights, and the last time we spoke, we talked about his plans to join the airlines. He shared his plans and his journey toward getting there. I am so grateful that I knew him. He is a great Aviator and a very inspiring example for me. I am so sorry this happened. Fly high, Cole
Kevin and Susan Crouse
17 hours ago
In honor of the Robinson and Sikolski families
Russell Hernandez
19 hours ago
Cole and I went to high school together at CFAA years ago and later attended Polk State as well. I remember him always bringing a positive attitude to class, encouraging those around him, and helping others whenever he could. As we both progressed through our careers as pilots, we stayed in touch from time to time. I will always remember his kindness, positivity, and the impact he had on those around him.
Brenda & Kevin Williams
20 hours ago
I’ve always admired Cole’s focus in his pursuit of his dreams & passions. It reminded me of his dad when he was young. Cole will be missed.
Sharon Cayce
23 hours ago
Cole's face just lighted up when he talked about flying... what a wonderful young man . We will miss him always! "Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, ....put out my hand, and touched the face of God."
Anonymous
1 day ago
Cole, just like everyone at Bartow flying service, was family. He was kind and hardworking. Most of all, he was passionate. Blue skies and tailwinds, may you rest easy, and may we meet again one day.