Monte N. Cole, 69, of Liverpool, NY passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, October 16, 2021. He was born in Endicott, NY and went to Union-Endicott High School. Monte continued his studies at Hargrave Military Academy prior to attending Temple University and Virginia Tech, where he played Division 1 football as a defensive lineman. He owned and operated Monte's Personal Training Gym for 35 years, where he was dedicated to helping others achieve their fitness goals. He loved all sports, especially the New York Yankees. Monte will be remembered for his warm welcome and devotion to his family and friends. He is predeceased by his mother, Priscilla (Albright) Cole.

Surviving to cherish his memory are his wife of 44 years, Jane (Garst) Cole of Liverpool, NY, daughter, Lisa (Ben) Burnett of Cazenovia, NY, his father, Douglas K. Cole of Liverpool, NY, two grandchildren; Benjamin and Jane Burnett, brother, Ed (Mary Kay) Cole of Camillus, NY, sister, Cheri Cole (Bob Creek) of Rancho Cucamonga, CA, sister-in-law, Judy Garst of Liverpool, many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, November 5, 2021 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the Maurer Funeral Home Moyers Corners, 3541 State Rt 31 Baldwinsville. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at 11:00 am in Faith Journey United Methodist Church, 8396 Morgan Road, Clay, NY 13041. Burial will take place at a later date in Cedar Lawn Memorial Park in Roanoke, VA.

Monte's family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and caregivers at St. Joseph's and Upstate Hospitals for their care and compassion displayed during his illness.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Faith Journey United Methodist Church.

Please sign the funeral home on-line guest book for Monte to express your condolences to his family.