He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Elaine Cote of Torrance, CA; son, Steven (Laurna) Cote of Redding, CA; son, Dale (Grace) Cote and grandson Michael of Cabo San Lucas, MX; and son, Christopher (Julie) Cote of Running Springs, CA.
Private services were held at Rice Mortuary in Torrance. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, or to the Los Angeles Children's Hospital.