He won a bronze medal in the four-man event at the 1957 FIBT World Championships in St. Moritz.

He was born in Utica, December 28, 1929, the son of the late Edward and Neva Trossetti Cole.

For many years, he operated Cole's Hardware in Utica, New York and later was self-employed painting contractor.

John was a member of St. Peter's Church, the William E. Burke Knights of Columbus Council #189 and past President of the Guys and Gals Single's Club.

In 1957 John won a Bronze Medal with the U.S. Bob Sled team in the World Championships in St. Moritz, Switzerland.