* There is no such writer. It's possible you misremembered the name or there was a misunderstanding.
* The writer is not widely known. There are many writers who are not famous or have not published widely.
* The writer's death is not publicly available. Some writers choose to keep their personal life private.
To find more information, you could try:
* Searching for the writer's name online. Use different search terms and try adding details like genre or publications.
* Checking literary databases or archives. There are websites and databases that track authors and their work.
* Contacting literary organizations or agencies. They may have information about the writer.
Without further information, it is difficult to confirm if a writer named Tom Cole has passed away.