Son of the late Joseph P. Cote and Catherine (Hohl) Cote Freehafer.
He leaves behind his wife of 66 years, Jane H. Cote.
After serving in WWII, he graduated from Albright College and Temple University.
Leonard was employed by Western Electric for 33 years.
After retirement, he became involved in art, and spent over 20 years volunteering in the Wilson High School Art Dept.
He is survived by 4 children and their spouses, 7 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of his life will be held at The Goggle Works, 201 Washington St., Reading, on Friday, August 21, 2015, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted for a scholarship to be created in Leonard's memory.
Bean Funeral Homes & Crematory of Sinking Spring is in charge of arrangements; online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
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Rebecca Heebner
July 20, 2015
My condolences to his friends and family. He was wonderful to us as kids in high school. We looked up to him. He will be missed greatly.
Brenda Kirby (Waldman)
July 19, 2015
Gone, but never forgotten. He's left a wonderful legacy and thoughts and prayers for those loved ones he's left behind
Doug and Valerie Miller
July 19, 2015
Dearest Jane, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Asking Jesus to be in your midst, as you celebrate his very full life. So many Leonard stories. God bless you. So much love for you
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