Leonard "Freddie" Cote

He was born in Mexico Maine on May 28, 1930 a son of Hyacinthe and Delia (Therriault) Cote.

Leonard was educated in Rumford and Mexico schools and was a graduate of Stephen’s High School Class of 1948.

He proudly served in the US Marine Corp during the Korean War and was a member of the American Legion Post # 24.

Leonard was employed at Oxford Paper Co for 39 ½ years and was a member of the 25 year club.

He was a communicant of Parish of the Holy Savior.

Leonard was a skilled woodworker having built his own home and garages and additions for several local families.

He loved watching the Boston Red Sox and the New England Patriots.

Leonard was a die-hard Chevrolet enthusiast.

He was a loving husband, father, brother, and grandfather, who loved going to all of his grandsons sporting events.

He is survived by his wife, Jean “Midge” (Richard) Cote of Rumford; his children, Kenneth Cote and Companion Lisa of Poland, Richard Cote and wife Wanda of Rumford, and John Cote of Mexico; a brother, Gerald “Jerry” Cote of Rumford Point; grandson, Dickie Cote and wife Kimberly of Salem, NH; and two great grandchildren, Callie and Cameron Cote.

He was predeceased by his parents, three sisters, Gloria Nadeau, Lorraine Soule and Merise Cornish; and six brothers, Norman, Wilbur, Raymond, Robert, Charlie and Ernest.

If so desired contributions in Freddie’s memory may be made to the Maine Veteran’s Home 477 High Street South Paris, ME 04281.