Deborah Lynn Cote

Deborah Lynn Cote obituary, Lewiston, ME

Deborah Lynn Cote

Deborah Cote Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Funeral Alternatives Group - Lewiston on Jan. 9, 2026.
Deborah Cote

Date of Death: December 18, 2025

Date of Birth: November 1, 1960

Biography:

Deborah Lynn Cote, of Lewiston, Maine, after many years of multiple illnesses, went home to be with the Lord on December 18th at Russell Park in Lewiston, with her family by her side.
She was born the eldest child to former US Navy Boatswain's Mate
Seaman Ronald E. Murray and Marlyn Flynn Murray, on November 15t, 1960 in New Castle Pennsylvania. She grew up in both Mid Coast, Maine and Stuart, Florida before finally settling in her beloved city of Lewison.
Debbie worked for 10 years in the footwear manufacturing industry then transitioned to an even more blessed career in the medical field for many years where she enjoyed spending time and providing needed help to the elderly angels in her care. She brought a smile and sense of joy to each of her patients daily through her infectious laugh and they knew she cared!
She especially loved the fall season and change of colors, decorating for Halloween and watching Halloween-themed movies with neighbors and friends. She loved crossword puzzles! She loved her many cats and beloved dog! They were great companions to her!
She was previously married to the former Honorable state representative
William (Bill) Cote of Lewiston, with whom she shared a son, Ron.
She is predeceased by her firstborn son, William Robert Cote Junior, her sister Janet Mitchell, her father Ronald Murray, her former husband Bill and her recently passed and loving mother Marlyn.
She is survived by her son Ron Cote, daughter-in-law Teshia, her two sisters Rebecca Zelner and Tracy Lenahan, her four grandchildren Zachary, Nevaeh, Jaden and Peighton, her aunt and uncle, and numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
We are all thankful she is not in pain anymore. Debbie is very loved and will be sadly missed. We will cherish the memories we shared.
There will be no service.

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