OBITUARIES

Mary Cote, 72

07/27/2024

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Mary Louise (Kiely) Cote, 72 of North Adams died on Saturday, July 27, 2024 at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Mary was born on May 7, 1952 in North Adams, a daughter of the late John Edward and Flora (Gaudette) Kiely. She attended schools in North Adams and was a 1970 graduate of St. Joseph’s High School. She then attended the former North Adams State College (MCLA) with a degree in education. Mary was in education for forty years, having taught Title 1 for twenty five years and followed by sixteen years as a second-grade teacher at Greylock Elementary School in North Adams. She volunteered for two years following retirement in the 3rd grade at CT Plunkett alongside with her dear friend Beth Bourdon.

Mary married Ernest George Cote on June 30, 1990 in St. Anthony’s Padua Church. Ernest predeceased her on March 20, 1993.

Mary was a communicant of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. She was a member of the Just for Fun Monday night bowling league. She was an avid Red Sox fan and just loved Tom Brady.

Mary is survived by her son Mattthew John Cote of Franklin, MA; her sister Patricia A. Gancarz of Adams and her brother William E. Kiely of Adams. Also, she leaves behind her step-daughter Jamie Cote and step-grandchildren Gustavo and Delisia Adorno, all of Pittsfield. Mary also leaves behind several nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. She was predeceased by her brother-in-law Joseph Gancarz.

The family of Mary Cote wishes to thank the staff at the Phelps Cancer Center, especially Dr. Sean Mullaly and her caring nurse Brenda Ahern. The family also wished to extend their gratitude to Hospice Care of the Berkshires.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Mary Louise Cote will be celebrated Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 11:00 AM at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. Calling hours at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS WEST CHAPEL, 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA are Monday, August 5, 2024 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Phelps Cancer Center in Pittsfield or the St. Elizabeth of Hungary Building Fund in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com

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I was so saddened to learn of “Ms. Kiley’s” passing. I was a student of her’s when she was a Title One Instructor at Greylock School. I am recently back to the area and was looking her up to see if I could take her to lunch. I was shocked when I learned she had passed, and relatively recently. Ms. Kiley was one of those teachers who believed in me. They were few and far between. My deepest condolences to her family. She was a wonderful person.
from: David Jowett	on: 10-25-2024

Matt, I am so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. I know how much she loved you. May your memories bring you comfort in the days, months, and years ahead. My heartfelt sympathy, Kathy Atwood
from: Kathy Atwood	on: 08-06-2024

To the Cote Family!! I remember Miss Kiely teaching title 1 at Greylock School when I went there and she always worked with Miss Carlow ( Juanita who just recently past the one who had the long strawberry blonde red hair) and with my Aunt Theresa G. She was always so nice and went out of her way to help others. She'll be missed by most of us students and you as well. RIP Miss Kiely!!!
from: Veronica	on: 07-31-2024

Pat, Matthew, William and family, I'm so sorry to hear about Mary's passing. I know she will leave a big void in your lives. May all the great memories of all the special times you had with her, help you through this most difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Mary ?
from: Debra LaCasse	on: 07-31-2024

Bill, So sorry to read of your sister's passing. May she rest in peace.
from: Melinda Kirby	on: 07-31-2024

We are so very sorry to hear of your beautiful mothers passing, many memories at Greylock school and even more as we enjoyed the love of our boys playing baseball together... Thinking of you all The Demarsico family
from: Matt and family	on: 07-31-2024

Pat and Bill, So sorry to hear of Mary’s passing. Sending hugs to you both.
from: Barb Malinowski	on: 07-31-2024

Pat amd family, I was so sorry to reads of Mary's passing. She was such a good person.
from: Pam (Richards) Kidder	on: 07-30-2024

Pat, Bill and family, Sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with all of you.
from: Bet (Mastroianni) Azar	on: 07-30-2024

Matt, my condolences to you and your family.
from: Dawn Carrier	on: 07-30-2024

Mary taught my son to read in the Chapter 1 program at Greylock School in the early 1980's. I remember when he came home one day, so proud of himself that Miss Kiely taught him to read. I sent her a letter to thank her... I hope she knew how important she was to so many students that were blessed to have her as a teacher. May she rest in peace now.
from: MaryBeth Kennedy	on: 07-30-2024

Pat & family, I am very sorry to read of your sister’s passing. May beautiful memories bring you comfort in the days ahead. ?
from: Heather Lemoine	on: 07-30-2024

I'm saddened to hear of Mary's passing. I enjoyed working with her at Greylock school.
from: Tina Lapine	on: 07-30-2024

Bill and family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Mary. We remember her from bowling. Prayers to the family. R.I.P Mary.
from: Butch and Pinky Lescarbeau	on: 07-30-2024

Matt, Sorry to read about your the passing. Mr. Francis Mastroianni volunteer Sullivan School library.
from: Francis J Mastroianni	on: 07-30-2024

Pat, my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your sister.
from: Gloria J Felix	on: 07-30-2024

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