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He was born in Londonderry, NH on January 29th,1936 to the late Ernest D. and Laurette (Fontaine) Cote. Raised in Londonderry, he was a graduate of Pinkerton Academy.
After high school, Ernie enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served during the Korean Conflict. After an honorable discharge, he went to a long career with Kollsman where he retired as a supervisor.
Along with his parents, he was pre-deceased by his sister, Elaine Fortin.
He will be forever loved and remembered by his wife Pauline (McMahon) Cote; four children, Karen Cote, Linda and her husband Kevin Vesey, Brian Cote and his wife Lisa and Sandra and her husband Chuck Krueger; five grandchildren, Garrett, Taylor, Brandon, Hannah and Bryce; three siblings, Roger Cote, Irene Klink and Anne Mafera along with several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 16 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack NH on Friday, September 19th, 2025 at 9:30 AM. Burial with military honors will be held at the NH Veteran's Cemetery, 110 Daniel Webster Highway, Boscawen NH on Friday, September 19th, 2025 at 2 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Ernie's memory can be made to The Parkinson's Foundation, New England Chapter.
Kindly visit rivetfuneralhome.com to leave an online condolence for the family.
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Robert Morrison
Yesterday
My deepest sympathy to Pauline and family. My only regret is that I cannot attend services because of health issues. A great friend and fond memories of the times our families got together and knowing each other thru our school years.
Susan Lafond
Yesterday
Linda and family,
My condolences for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless!
Robert D Machain
Yesterday
Mr. Cote, Thank you for your service RDM Windham NH
Jen Vesey
September 15, 2025
Rest in perfect peace, sir. The world will miss you, but know that your legacy of love, humor and compassion will live on in all who knew you.
The Staff of George R. Rivet Funeral Home
September 16, 2025
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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