In the quiet town of Antlers, Oklahoma, a life was tragically cut short, leaving a family and community in mourning. Ashley Marie Miller-Cole, a 35-year-old female, passed away on June 20, 2021, in nearby Rattan, Oklahoma. Born on July 2, 1985, in Paris, Texas, Ashley was a woman who found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She cherished time spent outdoors, whether it was camping, fishing, or boating. Shopping trips with her mother and sisters were also treasured moments.
Above all, her greatest love was her family, and her three sons were the center of her world.
The circumstances surrounding Ashley's death were heartbreaking. The Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation launched an inquiry into the incident, which was described as a murder-suicide. Ashley Marie Miller-Cole was a victim of gun violence. On the same day, her husband, Lee Marvin Cole II, also died. The couple had been married since March 12, 2004, and together they ran a tree service that served Southeast Oklahoma.
In the wake of this devastating event, the community was left with many unanswered questions. Despite the official investigation, details regarding the specific sequence of events that led to the deaths of Ashley and her husband have not been publicly released. To date, there have been no reports of any arrests made in connection with the case, and no suspects have been publicly identified. The absence of further information has left a void for those who knew and loved Ashley, as they continue to grapple with the profound loss of a mother, daughter, and sister.
