ALBANY – Timothy Alan Cole, age 68, passed away unexpectedly while at his home in Albany.

He was born on May 12, 1954, in Madison, the son of Wayne and Betty Cole.

He graduated from Madison East High School in 1972 and later from UW Platteville in 1976. He graduated with a double major in accounting and business management.

He married Cathy Harsha in Muscoda on April 1, 1978.

He grew up in the Madison area and settled down in Albany in his little piece of Heaven by Allen Creek in Albany.

He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, bowling, wine making, canoeing and traveling.

He was self-employed for many years as a painter and accountant. He worked independently for H&R Block for over 30 years.

He is survived by his wife Cathy; two children, Adam (Brooke) Cole and Chris (Jennifer) Cole; four grandchildren, Devin, Kylee, Hayden and Casey; three siblings, Kay Cole, Pam Kleiber, and Roger (Phoebe) Cole; and many other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Betty; a brother, Robert Cole; and a sister, Dori Cole.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be directed to the family in his memory.

A memorial visitation will be held at the Albany Lions Club in Albany this Saturday, Jan. 21 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

DL Newcomer Funeral Home in Brodhead is assisting the family.