2020-2026
Cole Thomas Adrian, 6, of McPherson, Kansas, was welcomed into the loving arms of Jesus on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
Cole was born on August 31, 2020, in McPherson, KS, the beloved son of Chris and Natalie (Anderson) Adrian. A bright and cherished young boy, he was a kindergarten student at Roosevelt Elementary School, where he was beginning his journey of learning and discovery.
Cole’s memory will forever be treasured by his loving parents, Chris and Natalie Adrian, and his siblings, Cason and Tia, all of McPherson, Kansas; grandparents, Vicky and Alan Porter of McPherson, Kansas, Ken and LuAnn Adrian of Buhler, Kansas, and Danny Anderson of Payson, Arizona; aunts and uncles, Miranda (Patrick) Gallagher, Libby (MacKenzie) Anderson, Camille (Charlie) Fiddler, Aaron Porter, Mike Adrian, Tim (Elizabeth) Adrian, Jon (Jenny) Adrian, and Andy (Kelli) Adrian; cousins, Brody Gallagher, Killian Gallagher Gavin Anderson, Eleanor Fiddler, Andre Adrian, Grace Adrian, Lillian Adrian, Lee Adrian, and Ethan Adrian; along with many extended family members and dear friends whose lives were touched by Cole.
The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at McPherson Free Methodist Church. A funeral service celebrating Cole’s life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 26, at the church. Following the service, a private graveside service will take place at McPherson Cemetery.
In honor of Cole, the family invites those attending the visitation and service to wear Cole’s favorite kinds of attire: soccer jerseys, blue clothing, or camouflage.
Memorial donations can be payable to the Cole Adrian Memorial Fund and sent to Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 North Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460. Cole was always fond of flowers, so donations of flowers are also appreciated.
Personal condolences may be sent to the family at www.stockhamfamily.com.
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