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Norman Cote Obituary
Norman D. Cote, (67), of Farmington passed away peacefully in the arms of his wife and daughters on Sunday, March 18, 2018. Norman was born in Hartford to Mona A. (Soucy) and Donald J. Cote. He attended Saint Joseph's Cathedral, Northwest Catholic High School, Northwestern Community College, and Central CT State College, graduating in 1974 with degrees in History and English. Norm found a job at Hartford Hospital, working as a male aide, utilization reviewer, and EEG technician. He then dedicated thirty years to the Institute of Living as a senior psychiatric technician until his retirement in 2013. Norman found joy in getting to know the clients on and individual level and engaging patients in poetry and spirituality groups. Norm's biggest pride and joy was his family. He is predeceased by his parents and is survived by his loving wife of 40 years, Denise (Ouellette) Cote of Farmington, daughters Claire of Unionville, Adrienne & fiance Mike Parker of Colchester, and sisters and brothers-in-laws Colleen & Peter Kornichuk, Rena & Michael Natale, Donna Cote, Brenda Webster, Lynda & David Telman, and many nieces and nephews who he loved very much. Norm treasured his long-lasting friendships from his youth and early days at the hospital. He will forever be remembered for his game-filled parties, appreciation of art and the written word, and for being that friend who was there through all the seasons. Friends may call at The Ahern Funeral Home, 111 Main St., Rt. 4, Unionville on Thursday (Mar 29) from 4-8PM. Memorial donations may be sent to the CT Humane Society 701 Russell Rd. Newington, CT 06111 or at www.cthumane.com.
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Lauren Urso
March 21, 2019
Dear Denise, I have so many fond memories of Norman ; he and Steve had a unique bond , and now that Steve is also passed , I can only hope they are together watching over us all...thinking of you with love, Laurie Urso
Jeanne Roush
March 28, 2018
Dear Denise,Claire, Adrienne and Mike, our deepest sympathies to all f you for your loss of Norman/ your dad. Our hearts are with you at this time and We were so sad to hear of his passing. May you find comfort in remembering all those wonderful memories that you shared together as a family. I hope you find some peace and comfort in knowing that his pain and suffering is gone and he is at peace. He will always be watching over all of your. Love and Peace. Jeanne and Marty
Rick & Sue Mulcunry
March 28, 2018
Denise & family, we are sending our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. He was a very kind man, and we are so sorry for your loss.
Jennifer Bennett
March 28, 2018
Dear Claire & Family,
Sending deepest sympathies and heartfelt condolences on the loss of your father and loved one. I'm so sorry. Thoughts and prayers to all of you at this time. He lived his life with energy, enthusiasm and fun and had great people by his side.
Love, Jennifer Bennett
& Avon Senior Center
March 28, 2018
Dearest Cousins Denise, Claire, and Adrienne,
Joe and I send our deepest sympathy to you on the passing of your husband and father, Norman. No one can replace the loss of a husband or father but he will remain with you always. May God Bless each of you and give you strength through this difficult time. We hope the love you shared and all the memories made together will brighten your future days.
Our love and sympathy,
Pauline and Joe Mumford
Exeter, New Hampshire.
March 27, 2018
Dear Claire
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your beloved father. Our hearts go out to you and all your family. It sounds like he was a great man, loved by all.
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers
for the comfort that only the Lord can give.
love, Jim & Judy Wheeler
Mickey Eddy
March 26, 2018
So sorry to hear of Norman's passing, he was much too young. I worked with Norman for many years at the IOL. He was a good and kind man with whit and good humorI am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Linda Mahoney
March 25, 2018
Very sorry for your loss! My thoughts are with you Claire and your family! Blessings!
David Frusciante
March 25, 2018
It has been a difficult week trying to come to terms with the loss of such a dear friend. The depth of the sadness has been something I have not experianced in my life. Norm was such a reliable and fun person. Someone who taught me so much about life and how to be. He was more like a brother to me than any of my own brothers have been. To say that I will miss him is a huge understatement. We had a special bond.
I will never forget the great times we had throughout the years. Going back to Colebrook, CT and the "Thompson one" days at the Institute of living. The concerts in the parks (and music venues) and the parties in Farmington with the Cote/Oulette family. The happy hours at the Chowder Pot. Lots of seafood and beer were consumed and a lot of the worlds issues resolved in those sessions! The movies and rendevous' at Hot Basil with our wives. All the fun/laughs we had!
Most of all though I will remember Norm's love of life. His great optimism and encouraging words of wisdom.
I will keep those thoughts and spirit with me for as long as I am in this world and try to pay that spirit forward to others, as Norm would have done.
My heartfelt and sincere condolences to Denise, Claire, Adrienne and the entire Cote family.
Let us always keep Norm in our hearts...
Lots of Love,
Dave and Anne
March 25, 2018
Sending my thoughts and prayers to Norman's family.
I worked with Norman in Utilization Review @ Hartford Hospital. He was a kind and thoughtful person. A pleasure to have known.
Janet Hegeman (Scherf)
Pinehurst, NC
Steve Urso
March 24, 2018
Denise,we are so sad for the passing of Norman.The many memories will be with us forever.Our hearts go out to you and the girls.If we can do anything,please don't hesitate.Norman succeeded greatly emulating his hero,his father in every facet.Will always be with us.
Lovingly Steve and Lori
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