Martha Virginia Cole, 79, of Benton, Arkansas was born to the late, Henry and Carolyn (Millirons) Schultz, on Wednesday, January 2nd, 1946, in Little Rock, Arkansas. She passed away to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 19th, 2025, safely in her home. Martha was a homemaker who loved spending time and making memories with her friends and family. She loved going to church and church retreats with her friends. Martha enjoyed talking to anyone who would listen about her favorite vacation to Isreal. She was a proud member and Vice President of Finance for Aglow International. She was also a member of Weight Watchers and was recognized in the newspaper for losing 200+ pounds.

Martha is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Lelas and Gillas Schultz; and her beloved husband of 45 years, Sammy Cole.

Martha is survived by her son, Douglas Cole; one daughter, Donna Perkins and her husband, Barry; three grandchildren, Nikki Perkins, Logan Perkins and his wife, Emily, and Laydon Perkins; two great grandchildren, Amelia Perkins and Asher Perkins; along with many friends and family that loved her dearly.

The family would like to give a special thanks for all the prayers and support from Faith Fellowship Church and to all of our family and friends. Thanks to Gentiva Hospice for the special care during this difficult time.

Pallbearers will be Logan Perkins, Laydon Perkins, Barry Perkins, Ileen Cobb, Waymon Cobb, and Ben Colony.

Her celebration of life will be held on Monday, July 28th, 2025, with her visitation beginning at 10:00 A.M. and her service to follow at 11:00 A.M. with Bro. Darrell Bowen officiating, at Dial and Dudley Funeral Home in Bryant, Arkansas.

She will be laid to rest at Forest Hills Memorial Park following her service.

To sign her online guestbook, visit www.dialanddudleyfuneralhome.com.