The sad news that Warrant Officer Colin Cole has passed away.
Hon Secretary of the Lincolnshire Lancaster Association and also a wartime member of No 617 Squadron having taken part in the raid that sank Tirpitz in November 1944 as a Wireless Operator. He remained with No 617 Squadron until January 1946 and also took part in the preparations for the ‘Tiger Force’.
A man who was passionate in keeping the memories of the brave Bomber Command crews in our minds. Always saw him at the LLA members days and always going the extra mile to be informative.
RIP and blue skies.
By: trumper - 20th May 2016 at 10:33
I never had the pleasure of knowing him but R I P to him and thoughts to his friends and family.
By: The Navigator - 20th May 2016 at 01:25
Sad news indeed, I often had the pleasure of talking to Colin at the LLA Members’ days at RAF Coningsby, a particular occasion comes to mind in 1990, the 50th Anniversary of The Battle of Britain when the Members Day was combined with some filming with Radio 1 DJ, Simon Bates. I was talking to Simon after his flight in the Lancaster, which he obviously enjoyed, but he said listening to Colin’s description of what the guys went through during the war made him feel very humble. Colin was dedicated to The Lincolnshire’s Lancaster Association & the BBMF in their purpose as a flying memorial to all who served. A brave man & a true gent, RIP Colin.
Regards, Rich.
By: AirportsEd - 11th May 2016 at 23:19
I’m very sad to hear that Colin has lost his last battle.
He was a great guy who did so much to help others.
RIP old friend.
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