Philippe Cote

Richmond - Philippe (Phil) Cote, 1939-2025, longtime resident of Richmond passed away on June 27, 2025 at the age of 86. He was born to Joseph and Jeanne-Marie Cote and spent majority of his life in Richmond, Vermont. He built a legacy on hard work and community contributing to the development of over 100 homes in Jonesville and Richmond.

We are proud of the many hats Phil wore throughout his life-husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, logger, heavy equipment operator, developer, and house lifter/re-locator. His life was marked by quiet strength, grit, and a deep commitment to his work and his loved ones. He was a man who believed in building things that lasted.

He is survived by his wife Margaret Cole, daughter Angela Cote, daughter Cara LaBounty, husband Bruce and their children; Kendra Ziskie and husband Austin, Jacob LaBounty, Trent LaBounty and fiancé Grace Colbeth, 3 great-grandsons; Jackson, Charlie and Thomas Ziskie, many nieces and nephews, family and friends who loved and admired him.

The family would like to thank and acknowledge the staff (angels on earth) at the McClure Miller Respite House in Colchester, VT. As per Phil's wishes, there will be no wake or public services. In lieu of donations, the family invites you to honor his memory by planting a tree-something Phil would have deeply appreciated. If you have a memory or story you'd like to share with the family, please email it to rememberingphilcote@gmail.com