Cole J. Gilman Obituary (1994

On April 18th, 2015, Cole Joseph Gilman, 21, of Yakima, was surrounded by angels and brought safely into the comfort and peace of the Lord's embrace. He was born to Kim Edler Lee and Bill Gillman of Yakima, WA on March 10th, 1994. Cole attended Marcus Whitman Elementary, Tieton Middle School, and graduated in 2012 from Naches Valley High School. Cole is survived by his father Bill Gilman; mother Kim Lee and stepfather Jim Lee; adoring sisters Katie and Megan Lee, and his much-loved little brother Carter Lee. He also leaves his paternal grandparents, Bill and Helen Gilman, Sr., and his maternal grandmother Joyce Edler. He is also survived by several dear and loving aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of admiring and loyal friends - most especially his best friend Matt Huntington who was like a brother to Cole. He was preceded in death by his most beloved Grandpa Butch Edler and great grandparents Otto and Dorothy Gilman. Cole spent most waking moments in the outdoors, his treasured dog Sagie forever at his side. His soul was most at harmony on the mountainside or on the lake, waiting for the next fish to bite. Along with his passion for the outdoors, Cole possessed a phenomenal gift for playing baseball, lending his talent to Naches Valley HS, YVCC, the Pepsi Packs and various teams all over the northwest. Cole had a heart for youth baseball in particular, and devoted his time to volunteering for the Patriots Baseball team out of Baseball Advantage. He will be remembered as an exceptional role model for these young boys, inspiring and encouraging them to work hard and not give up on their dreams. Between his contagious smile and vibrant spirit, Cole will be most widely remembered for his big and boisterous heart. He experienced adventures that surpassed his 21 years - squeezing more enjoyment out of one day than many people do in one lifetime! His departure was way too soon and he will be profoundly and deeply missed. A memorial service for Cole will be held on April 25th, 2015 at 1 pm at Yakima's Foursquare Church, 700 N. 40th Ave. All are welcome to join us in celebration of Cole's life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Upper Valley Little League/Cole Gilman at any American West bank.