Lonnie L. Cole
March 31, 1948 - October 2, 2003

Lonnie Cole was a twenty year law enforcement veteran. He devoted his professional life to serving the general public, and lived his life as a role model to others. During his time at the Sheriff's Department Lonnie was a strong influence on many of the young and inexperienced deputies, and actually filled a "father-like" role to some. To those not familiar with his personality, he often appeared to be a quiet and private person. Anyone that had the good fortune of knowing him on a more personal level knew that there were countless jokes, and a warm smile behind his facade. Lonnie was the type of individual who would normally sit and listen to his peers talk, and not interject his own opinions or comments. Often a man of few words, but when he would decide to talk it was normally sound advice based upon his own life experiences. While at the Sheriff's Department Lonnie was assigned the badge number of 471, which out of respect and remembrance will be permanently retired from service.

LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE

• Warren County Sheriff's Department
  March 10, 1998 through October 2, 2003
   
• Warrenton Police Department
  February 5, 1985 through March 9, 1998
   
• Wellsville Police Department
  December 1, 1983 through February 5, 1985