Jeffrey D. Cole, 58, of Hampstead, died July 27, 2017 at his home from natural causes after a long illness.

Born in Derry, NH, son of the late Margaret (Cook) Cole, he was educated in Derry and Londonderry was last employed as a forklift operator in local manufacturing companies.

Jeffrey enjoyed gardening and animals and was devoted to his late canine friend "Suki".

He is survived by two brothers Richard Cole of Weare, NH, and James Cole of Hill, four sisters, Melanie Skunick of Walpole, NH, Cheryl Dexter of Trenton, MO, Kathy Beaulieu of Derry, and Mary V. Post of Hampstead, with whom he lived, and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He was predeceased by three brothers, William Cole, Paul Cole and Charles Cole.

Relatives and friends may call on Tuesday, August 1, 2017 from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Brookside Chapel & Funeral Home, 116 Main St., Plaistow. His funeral service will begin at 12 o'clock Noon at the funeral home with burial to follow in Lakeview Cemetery, Hampstead. To send a message of condolence to the family or to find directions to the funeral home, please visit www.brooksidechapelfh.com.