Dorothy Brooks Cole

Dorothy Brooks Cole, 90, of Mechanicsville, Virginia, entered into the presence of her Lord and Savior on July 30th, 2026. 

Dorothy was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Edward Sherell Cole; her parents, Samuel and Christine Brooks; and her twin sister, Jean Crouch.

She leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish her memory: her children, Debra Corley (Joey), Edward "Butch" Cole, Jr. (Kande), and Rodney Cole (Jenny); her grandchildren, Jay Corley (Nikki), Matthew Corley (Lavender), Ryan Cole, Krista Cole, Morgan Cole, Turner Cole (Lauren), Noah Cole, and Teagan Cole; and her treasured great-grandchildren, Harper Corley, Riley Corley, Charlee Mae Corley, and Riggins Corley.

Dorothy built a life centered on faith, family, and service. She was deeply rooted in the Mechanicsville community and a proud graduate of Washington Henry High School. Dorothy was married at Shady Grove United Methodist Church and remained a devoted member of the congregation throughout her life. For more than 35 years, she served as a customer service representative at a bank in Old Mechanicsville, where she became known for her kindness, patience, and genuine care for those she served. She retired in 1995, embracing her favorite role of all—being a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and years later, a great-grandmother.

Family was the heart of Dorothy's life. She was present at ballgames, plays, parades and special events, faithfully cheering on her children and grandchildren from the sidelines. She was a constant supporter of her husband during his many years of involvement with Mechanicsville Little League, and she delighted in making memories with those she loved. Annual family vacations to Myrtle Beach became treasured traditions for the entire family.

Dorothy also had a passion for preserving life's special moments. Wherever family gathered, she was never far from her camera, capturing birthdays, holidays, vacations, and everyday moments that her family will cherish for generations. Through her photographs, she lovingly preserved the story of a family she adored.

Those who knew Dorothy will remember her thoughtful spirit, unwavering love, generous heart, and steady faith. Her legacy lives on in the family she nurtured, the friendships she treasured, and the countless memories she helped create and photograph!

The family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at Monaghan Funeral Home, 7300 Creighton Parkway, Mechanicsville, VA 23111.

A second visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Shady Grove United Methodist Church, 8209 Shady Grove Road, Mechanicsville, VA 23111, followed by a funeral service at 12:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Signal Hill Memorial Park, 12360 Hanover Courthouse Road, Hanover, VA 23069. A reception will follow at Shady Grove United Methodist Church. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

The family is deeply grateful for the love, prayers, and support shown during this time as they celebrate Dorothy's life and the enduring legacy of faith, love, and laughter she leaves behind.

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