In Loving Memory of
Cole Ryan Cercy1985 - 2023
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Last Updated: 02/10/2015
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I met Cole when I was about 12 years old through Jon Lockhart, Brandon Dorn, Eric Diller, and Cody Allen. We were all PV kids and I was the younger kid that could keep up in sports around the neighborhood. Cole was so hilarious and such a smart ass, I loved it. I always got Cole's dark humor and not everybody did lol. From a young age Cole was a force of nature, and he knew he could beat you one way or another, especially in sports.
We all used to steal golf balls from the PV driving range and get shot at with salt pellets from the greens keeper. Then we would proceed to have a homerun derby across the north platte river with alumnim baseball bats because we liked the way it sounded and hit off our swings.
Cole was one of the first of our friends to get a drivers license with a sweet white ford F150 (had to be a 96' or). You would of thought Cole was driving rally cars for years the way he pulled cookies and tokyo drifted that truck at such a young age. I was absolutely terried, but always trusted him and his amateur skills.
As I got older and visited the Cercys I became friends with Cuylar and Cole too. Then Cuylar and I played double AA basbeall together and I always split between Cole and Cuylar as my buddies growing up.
I always looked up to Cole as a big bro because he always looked after me growing up through grade school. He was athletic and the fastest kid in Natrona County. We used to shoot prairie dogs out at Marton Ranch and four wheel all over with Cody Allen. I've had some my best childhood memories with Cole and the Paradise Valley gang.
I used to watch Cole give about 80% in football on punt/kick returns and would blow everyone away because of how quick he was. We all know he excelled in baseball/golf and Cole would have been great at anything he put his mind, body, and spirit through.
I was always grateful to get an invite or text from Cole & Cuylar as life moved on and we all got older. It was always love with the Cercy family regardless of the years gone by. You will be dearly missed my brother.
~ Ryan Kelly - October 13, 2023
It has taken me weeks to write this because every time I start, I just end up crying, but I just want to say thank you to Cole, for everything.
From taking a chance on me as your employee during the early days of C85 to allowing me the honor of photographing the food in your restaurants, for the amazing, unforgettable trips, and for the strength you showed in the face of so much adversity, thank you.
Finally, Cole & Cooper were the only people to see Zarryn & I when we eloped in Vegas earlier this year and I never got the chance to thank him for everything he did for us. Those small acts of kindness, like going out of his way to go grab champagne & acai bowls while Cooper was doing my makeup, the latter of which was probably the only reason I made it through the day. Then he took us out to his favorite brunch spot, Yardbird, for chicken and waffles the next day. Looking back on it now, I can see that Cole loved sharing his love of food and incredible experiences with the people he cared about and that was just one way that he showed people that he cared, and I feel so honored that he shared in the experiences with us during such a precious time. I know I'll never be able to go back to Vegas without thinking about Cole and I'm eternally grateful for that and I just know he's eating that s*** up. Cole was so special, so smart, so funny, so Cole. Z & I will drink champagne out of Stella glasses every year at our anniversary in honor of Cole.
Cooper, Caryl, Tony, Cuylar, Suzette, Liam, Cayla, Marla, & beyond, I am so very sorry for your unimaginable loss. Cole will forever be in our hearts, Legends NEVER Die. Love you all so very much!
~ Tawni Hinchen - October 13, 2023
Cole and I met playing golf in Casper via mutual friends. I remember being paired up to ride in a cart with him and wondering why. He was good at golf, but he barely put his phone down for the first few holes. Everything happens for a reason, and Cole became one of my best friends.
For the first few years, Cole would send me Instagram messages, twitter messages, etc. Most of these were about golf, comedy, or memes about CSU vs UW. Cole would get upset that I wouldn’t respond to him. Finally, I admitted that I'm not too fond of social media and try to ignore my phone as much as possible. If it is important, you should call. If you leave a message, I promise to call you back. Sooner or later, he realized I would always answer or call him back.
Over the past couple of years, Cole was my 7:30 phone call. He would be on a walk or setting up a cold plunge typically. I’d be drinking coffee and answering emails from the hot tub.
We would discuss a podcast he listened to during his walk or the stupid things people would order while he drove DoorDash. Maybe there was some crypto news, or we were just checking in.
I’m losing count of the consecutive days I’ve sat here drinking coffee while writing this message. Lots of tears, but each day is a little better.
In golf, we keep playing because of the good shots. You may shoot 100, but that one great tee shot or putt keeps you coming back for more. You talk about those shots in the clubhouse with your buddies after the round.
At only 38, it’s obvious that Cole left us too early, but I will remember the good shots...
The way he laughed after playing a prank on a friend. His smile after proving to me that it was a four-club wind at the Paradise Valley member guest.
Cole cared about others and would get true joy from dropping a $100 bill in the tip jar of a kid's lemonade stand or being extra generous to the cart kids on the golf course.
I will miss the phone calls and maybe even a meme or two. So until we see each other again… watch over us. Kings to you Cole.
~ Trevor Justus - September 29, 2023
Cole you will be so missed by all your family and friends. You were a wonderful athlete, and true friend to many. Cole played baseball with my boys, Cole could play the game well and really didn't even need to put fourth an effort. (He was a natural Athlete) Cole always had a smile for you and was always one to say hello how are you today. I remember awhile back on Facebook, Cole sent out a message to all the little kids who had a lemonade stands. He said shoot me your address I am going to hit as many stands as I can today. This teared me up as I thought what a great thing to do as such a young man, supporting all these young entrepreneurs. I feel Cole truly loved life and loved seeing people happy. My Heart goes out to the Cercy Family and the Homolka Family. You will all be in my thoughts and Prayers. God must have needed a Special Angel!!! Love Linda Schulz
~ Linda Schulz - September 25, 2023
I hung out with Cole 2 times. Once was for work when I came to Casper. The other time was when I married his cousin. Although it was only twice, his smile and inclusive attitude was infectious. I pray for peace and and I know, I truly know, he’s in the presence of some of the greatest people I’ve ever met.
~ Mitch Harney - September 24, 2023
I hung out with Cole 2 times. Once was for work when I came to Casper. The other time was when I married his cousin. Although it was only twice, his smile and inclusive attitude was infectious. I pray for peace and and I know, I truly know, he’s in the presence of some of the greatest people I’ve ever met.
~ Mitch Harney - September 23, 2023
Cole you will be so missed by all your family and friends. You were a wonderful athlete, and true friend to many. Cole played baseball with my boys, Cole could play the game well and really didn't even need to put fourth an effort. (He was a natural Athlete) Cole always had a smile for you and was always one to say hello how are you today. I remember awhile back on Facebook, Cole sent out a message to all the little kids who had a lemonade stands. He said shoot me your address I am going to hit as many stands as I can today. This teared me up as I thought what a great thing to do as such a young man, supporting all these young entrepreneurs. I feel Cole truly loved life and loved seeing people happy. My Heart goes out to the Cercy Family and the Homolka Family. You will all be in my thoughts and Prayers. God must have needed a Special Angel!!! Love Linda Schulz
~ Linda Schulz - September 22, 2023
My condolences to the Cercy and Homolka families. Losing a child is the worst kind of pain. You are in our thoughts at this painful time.
~ Gerald Black - September 22, 2023
I am so saddened to hear of Coke’s passing. I am at a loss of words. I had the privilege of coaching Cole in baseball and I have to say, he was a fun, free spirited kid who kept me on my toes. Prayers for the Cercy family.
~ Ryan Elledge - September 21, 2023
Ok. This will be the 100th time to try to express how much u have meant to Bo, me, & the girls, without crying so much that I can’t even see the screen! Sometimes I feel like u were an old soul, with the funniest sense of humor of anyone I know & by far the most smart alec attitude in the entire world! No one could make me laugh like u! Oh, how we will miss u, but never forget u, my most precious, amazing, talented, brilliant, witty, kind, handsome, athletic, giving & caring soul!!! We were all beyond lucky to have Cole Ryan Cercy in our lives! U will live on in our lives for as long as we live??????
~ Kimberly Murrell - September 20, 2023
I am so saddened to hear of Coke’s passing. I am at a loss of words. I had the privilege of coaching Cole in baseball and I have to say, he was a fun, free spirited kid who kept me on my toes. Prayers for the Cercy family.
~ Ryan Elledge - September 20, 2023
Cole was a good friend to my daughter Heather. He always had a smile on his face and was kind to others in the short times that I saw him. Heather and Scott had just had a great time golfing with him. I'm so sorry for the loss of Cole. My thoughts are with the family and those who knew Cole well.
~ Polly BeeBout - September 20, 2023
I am sad to see you leave us here on earth.
You have always been a gentleman and always made everyone feel like they were the only one that matters when visiting with them.That’s the way I remembered you over the many years I knew you.
RIP Cole, you will be missed by many
~ Chax Farnham - September 20, 2023
Cole was an amazing person to be around and a great teammate to be around
~ Steven Whittecar - September 20, 2023
Cole was an amazing person to be around and a great teammate to be around
~ Steven Whittecar - September 20, 2023
Cole was always so good to me. He was best friends with my brother Eric and was at our house a lot when I was growing up. Every single time he saw me he would yell my full name (in a brotherly tone with intent to embarrass me) and he would always give me a huge bear hug. Of course it would never embarrass me and always made me feel special and cool. He continued to do that over the years when we would randomly see each. He always made me feel safe and seen. The world lost a very special human. I love you Cole, thank you for everything. Sending love to the Cercy Family
~ Taylor Diller - September 20, 2023
In the days since we've had to say our goodbyes to Cole, one memory has kept coming back to me, standing out as a testament to the wonderful person he was. It was back in 2012. Anyone who knows Chris Loe understood his passion for basketball. Recognizing this, Cole, in a true display of his thoughtful nature, orchestrated a surprise for him. He managed to get all of us tickets to game seven of the Nuggets versus Lakers. As fate would have it, in a moment that still seems surreal and my memory might be incorrect, Kobe made that unforgettable last-second shot, eliminating the Nuggets. The sting of that defeat was real, but the experience itself, surrounded by friends and immersed in the electric atmosphere of that stadium, was something truly special.
The evening didn't end there. We headed out, shared drinks, laughter, and stories. In a twist no one could have anticipated, we found ourselves sharing these moments with the iconic Craig Sager. Yes, it was undeniably cool, but looking back, the highlight wasn't the game or even our chance encounter with Sager. It was the fact that all of it, every single memory from that evening, was a gift from Cole to his friends.
This memory isn't about basketball or serendipitous moments with icon figures; it's a reflection of Cole's essence. It's about his selflessness, his deep love for his friends, and the lengths he'd go to ensure they had moments of joy. Remembering Cole, I don't just think about that game or that night; I think about his unwavering kindness and generosity.
As everyone navigates through the grief, I find solace in believing that we'll meet again. Until then, know that your spirit lives on in the hearts of all those you've touched which are many and deep.
With love and remembrance,
Dr. Seth M. Porter
~ Seth Porter - September 20, 2023
Cole was always so good to me. He was best friends with my brother Eric and was at our house a lot when I was growing up. Every single time he saw me he would yell my full name (in a brotherly tone with intent to embarrass me) and he would always give me a huge bear hug. Of course it would never embarrass me and always made me feel special and cool. He continued to do that over the years when we would randomly see each. He always made me feel safe and seen. The world lost a very special human. I love you Cole, thank you for everything. Sending love to the Cercy Family
~ Taylor Diller - September 20, 2023
Cole Ryan there are so many memories, all the trips, all the functions and family gatherings. I learned to like ham and beans in Vegas with you and your family! You were truly a great friend and I considered you family! I will miss the pod casts, and daily messages! I will cherish every memory myself and my family made with you! I love you brother! Until we meet again RIP!
~ Nick Bailey - September 19, 2023
Cole I will always remember your smile, your humor and your big loving heart. I saw what you did for your close friends and family each and everyday. You always made time to call or see them whenever you were in town or simply passing through. That great friendship you gave us all is what I truly respect and will miss the most. Thad and I always tried to be your favorite fun loving uncles and yes got into more trouble than you at times. Thank you for all the laughs at Thads expense. Love ya Uncle Todd.
~ Todd Vencill - September 19, 2023
Will never forget when you made a bet with me when you dropped rusty off to stay with us for awhile. You bet me that I couldn’t keep my room clean for 1 whole year, you said that if kept my room clean you’d take me on any trip I wanted to go on, well I never did keep my room clean and tidy but I sure did start to after I lost that bet to you. Love you forcer uncle Cole. My condolences to the entire family, thank you for sharing him with me and my family. Love you all.
~ Tarryn Bailey - September 19, 2023
~ Beto Andrade
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