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William A. Cote, 85

03/10/2026

ADAMS, Mass. — William Alfred Cote, 85 of Adams, MA died Tuesday March 10, 2026 at Berkshire Medical Center.

He was born in North Adams, MA on March 11, 1940, a son of Albanie Benjamin Cote and Doris (LeSage) Cote. He graduated from the former St. Joseph’s High School in the class of 1958.

Bill was a veteran of the US Army. He worked for over 25 years as a land surveyor for Berkshire County. He was a communicant of St. John Paul II Parish. He also was a coach in the Gary Superneau Youth Bowling League, a member of Elks (BPOE), Member of the Greylock Community Club. He was also an avid bowler and golfer and was a member of the former North Adams Country Club and Forest Park Country Club.

Survivors include his wife, Jacqueline Rose (Segala) Cote whom he married on September 21, 1963 and one daughter, Michele (Richard) Wojtkowski of Richmond, MA and two sons, Steven W. (Sandra) Cote of Conway, SC and Peter L. (Ashley) Cote of North Adams. He also leaves seven grandchildren including Kelsey Richards, Tyler Cote, Ryan Cote, Megan Hillard, Riley Cote, Chase Wojtkowski and Cotey Wojtkowski Hansson; five great grandchildren including Haven Raine Hillard, River Hillard, Kylie Hillard, Karsen Hillard and James Richards; one brother, Paul Cote of North Adams; one sister, Nancy Crouse of Cheshire, MA and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Ernest Cote.

FUNERAL NOTICE: The funeral for Bill Cote will be Tuesday March 17, 2026 at 11:00 AM at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA. Burial will follow in Southview cemetery. A calling hour at the funeral home will be held Tuesday morning March 17th from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Memorial donations may be made to PopCares in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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Jackie and family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of Bill. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Gwen & Woody Boillat
from:	on: 03-12-2026

Jackie and family, my sincere condolences on the loss. Let your memories bring a smile to your face as he only would have wanted. God Bless
from: Jacalyn Bullett	on: 03-12-2026

RIP fond memories of you picnics at the Superneaus with my parents always bowling with his sons so sorry for your loss
from: Andrew Gardzina	on: 03-12-2026

I'm very sad to see this. My thoughts and prayers go out to his entire family. Such a nice man that I had the privilege to bowl and golf with. Rest in peace Bill. ?
from: Joe Beverly	on: 03-12-2026

Steve- I’m Terribly Sorry For the Loss of Your Father, My Sincerest Condolences to You and Your Entire Family!
from: Tony Carmichael	on: 03-12-2026

Jackie and Family So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. We had so many good times at Friday night bowling. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all.
from: Burt & Anne Amidon	on: 03-12-2026

Dear Jackie and Family, So sorry to hear of Bill's passing he was a wonderful person. Prayers to you all.
from: Rosetta sherman	on: 03-12-2026

So sorry for your. Loss.Susan and Bob Trottier
from:	on: 03-12-2026

Dear Jackie and family, We are so sorry to read about Bill, he was such a good guy. We fondly remember the good times we had at the Glades with you guys. Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.
from: Craig & JoAnn Murch	on: 03-12-2026

Jackie and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Bill’s passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and hope beautiful memories help ease the pain. Betty
from: Betty Sartori	on: 03-12-2026

Thoughts and prayers for you. Jon Charbonneau
from: Cote Family	on: 03-12-2026

Jackie and family, Sorry to hear of Bill's passing, and condolences to everyone. Bill had a great sense of humor and was kind to all. There are so many good memories of him at the golf course and the bowling alley.
from: John Germanowski	on: 03-12-2026

Aunt Jackie & family, So sorry about the loss of Uncle Bill, RIP Prayers to everyone.
from: Phyllis & Rick LaBlue	on: 03-11-2026

My Sincere Condolences go out to the Entire Cote Family and friends of Bill. So Sorry for your Family's loss. Bowling with Bill for many years in the Classic League with very fine memories. He will truly be missed. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all During This Difficult Time.
from: John Brown	on: 03-11-2026

I’m so sorry to see the passing of Bill. I have fond memories of watching Monday Night Football at Mt Greylock Bowl. Always offered my deepest sympathies for him being a Giants fan! May you rest in peace Bill!
from: Chris Howard	on: 03-11-2026

Jackie, Steve, Peter. , Michele We are so very sorry for your loss. Wish we could be there to support you. I will always cherish our Sunday morning golf time. ?
from: Bill & Jane Bryce	on: 03-11-2026

My thoughts and prayers to you all.
from: Stephen Rondeau	on: 03-11-2026

My deepest condolences to Bill’s family. Bill was one of the nicest guys, and always greeted everyone with a big smile. Will always remember his kindness and the years at Mt. Greylock Bowl. Rest in peace, Bill. May his memory be eternal.
from: Jacquie Betti	on: 03-11-2026

Aunt Jackie and Family We are very sorry for the loss of Uncle Bill. He was a great man and always very kind to us and our family. May you all be blessed throughout this most difficult time of sorrow. May he rest in peace!
from: Timothy and Tracie Therrien	on: 03-11-2026

Dear Jackie& Family, So sorry for your loss. May all your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. Dennis&Willie Gajda
from:	on: 03-11-2026

Jackie and family I am so sorry for your loss he was such a wonderful man the little time that I did get to know him he will surely be missed.
from: Sue Coviello	on: 03-11-2026

Jackie ,Steve,Peter,Michele and families So sorry to hear of Bill's passing I will always remember his wonderful smile and sense of humor
from: Janice tassone	on: 03-11-2026

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