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Matthew Cote Obituary
Matthew Cote, 56, of Middletown, beloved husband of Cynthia "Cindy" (Cloutier) Cote, died Friday October 16, 2015 due to injuries sustained while doing what he loved, riding his motorcycle. He was born in Southington, son of Julia "Judy" (Shay) Cote of Old Town, ME and the late Bertrand Cote of Bristol, CT. Matthew was a truck driver for the Town of Cromwell. Besides his wife and mother, Matthew is survived by his daughters, Tracy Cote of Middletown, Tiffany Cote of New Britain, brothers, Geoffrey Cote and his wife Julie of OK, Raymond Cote and his fiancée Cheri Sikes of Old Town, ME, sister, Belinda Cote of Old Town, ME, his four treasured grandchildren who knew him as "Poppa," Matthew Reyes, Julian Cruz, Gianna Cruz and Julianna Ortega as well as his godson Jason Brown of Bangor, ME and several nieces and nephews. "Ride Baby Ride Born Free Wings" A Funeral Liturgy will be held on Friday (Oct. 23rd) at 10 a.m. at St. Pius X Church, 310 Westfield St., Middletown. Burial will be held at St. Joseph Cemetery, Bristol. Friends may call on Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at Biega Funeral Home, 3 Silver St., Middletown. To share memories or express condolences online please visit www.biegafuneralhome.com.
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October 26, 2015
Cindy, Joe S. called to tell me of the freak accident. O MG we are both so, so deeply sorry and apologize for not having been able to attend services to express condolences in person. Warmly and sadly, Janis Comstock
Paul Russo
October 23, 2015
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
October 21, 2015
Cindy, I was sadden to hear of Matt's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. I will not be able to make the wake but I will be at the mass service. May God be with you at this most difficult time.
John
John DiBella, Wethersfield
Noel H Aube
October 21, 2015
Cindy, I was so sad to hear that Matt passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family at this very sad time.
Sandra & jack Fuoco
October 21, 2015
Cindy and Girls, Jack and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and father Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Patie & Doug Wood
October 21, 2015
Sending our thoughts and prayers to everyone in the Cote Family. May God give you the strength to get through this very difficult time. Seems like yesterday when we would all get together for holidays or going to Lake Componce for family get togethers and reunions at Mountain Park. I have many good memories and will cherish them forever. God bless to all.
Scarlett Buckman (Damiata)
October 20, 2015
Cindy, so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband Matthew. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michele Randall
October 20, 2015
Cindy, Tracy, Tiffany and the rest of the family, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. My fondest memories of Matt were when we were children and we purposely tormented him whenever he babysat us younger cousins. He will be sorely missed. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jan Bazilio Blaschke
October 20, 2015
Sending my deepest condolences to the family of my beloved cousin Matthew. May our great spirit touch you all with healing hands and know your all in my thoughts and prayers.. Love you all! Gone to soon but NEVER FORGOTTEN!!
Denise B Doucette
October 20, 2015
Dear Cindy & family, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Denise B. Doucette
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