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1939
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2022
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John Coty Obituary
Jack was born in Lee on January 5, 1939, the son of Joseph M. and Lillian Mae Gangell Coty. A life-long Lee resident, Mr. Coty would eventually build his own home on the same property on which he was born.
In his early years, Jack constructed tennis courts, worked at George VanZandt Sheet Metal then eventually owned and operated his own business, Cove Sheet Metal. Jack retired from Foxhollow as its maintenance manager.
Aside from being a dedicated and hard worker, Mr. Coty was an avid hunter and fisherman. He enjoyed tinkering with his antique cars and hot rods and spending time with his family at their camp in Vermont. Mr. Coty was a true "Jack" of all trades, always willing to extend a helping hand. He will be deeply missed.
Besides his wife of 65 years, the former Mary Belanger, Jack leaves behind his daughters: Jean Killackey, Linda Wilcox (Glenn), Lori Coty, and Helen Curtin (Jim); and his son, John Coty, Jr. (Judy). Mr. Coty also leaves behind his grandchildren: Eric Killackey, Heather and Cory Wilcox, Jeff and Samantha Homeyer, Mary Luchi, William Shanklin, and Kara and Anita Curtin; his great-grandchildren: Ryder Wilcox, Ollie, Aero and Lazlo Homeyer, and Camron Luchi. In addition, he also leaves behind his brother, Richard Coty, as well as many nieces, nephews, and friends, including newly made special friends Sandra, Nathaly and Javier.
The family would like to express their gratitude to Jack's friend and Hospice nurse, Marie.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Coty was predeceased by his siblings: Mary, Rose, Joseph, George, Robert, Marshall, Hattie, Edna, Lillian and Edward; and grandchildren: Christopher Killackey and Kelsey Curtin.
Funeral Services for Mr. John Coty will be held Friday, September 23, 1PM at the Kelly Funeral Home in Lee. Burial will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. Visiting Hours will be held Thursday evening, 4-6PM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Western & Central Massachusetts in care of the Kelly Funeral Home, 3 Main St., Lee, MA 01238.
If you would like to leave a message of condolence or share pictures with the family, please visit our web site at www.kellyfuneralhome.net
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Memories and Condolences
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Linda Rotondo Pascoe
November 10, 2022
Dear Jeannie,
I was so sad to learn of your dad's passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts.
Linda Rotondo Pascoe
Richard Rock
September 30, 2022
My condolences to the Coty family
kiley & sheryl coty sr
September 26, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
gerald cahalan
September 23, 2022
Glenn/JIM Sorry to hear about JACK MY CONDOLENCES TO YOU AND FAMILY
Debbie Rhoades-Rozon
September 22, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kathy Holian
September 21, 2022
To Mary and family... So sorry to hear this... We all loved Jack... Hoping your many wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time... Our dee
pest sympathy....The Holian Family
Gary M Lagarce
September 21, 2022
Linda/Glenn and family, so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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