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Betty “Banks” Cote

February 27, 1934 - April 2, 2021
Service
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Southeast Chapel
1604 NE Main Street
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 688-1600 |
Tuesday 4/6, 10:30 am
Cemetery
Graceland East Memorial Park
2206 Woodruff Rd.
Simpsonville, SC 29681
Tuesday 4/6, 11:00 am

Betty L. Cote, 87, wife of Frank Cote, passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021.

Born in Greenville County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Myrtle Bryant Banks.

In addition to her husband of 67 years, Betty is survived by her children, Richard Cote (Laura), Randy Cote (Sabina), Michelle Schwartz (David), and Jeff Cote (Tonya); seven grandchildren; and sister, Dorothy Matthews.

Betty was preceded in death by two sisters, Viola Cannon and Ruby Dillard.

The Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 in the Southeast Chapel of Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes with burial to follow in Graceland East Memorial Park. Masks are required in all Thomas McAfee Funeral Home locations and attendees are strongly encouraged to follow CDC guidelines on social distancing.

Should friends desire, memorials may be made to Open Arms Hospice, 1836 W. Georgia Rd., Simpsonville, SC 29680.

Friends are encouraged to leave condolence messages for the family below.

Service
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes, Southeast Chapel
1604 NE Main Street
Simpsonville, SC 29681
(864) 688-1600 | Map
Tuesday 4/6, 10:30 am
Cemetery
Graceland East Memorial Park
2206 Woodruff Rd.
Simpsonville, SC 29681
Map
Tuesday 4/6, 11:00 am

Betty L. Cote, 87, wife of Frank Cote, passed away on Friday, April 2, 2021. Born in Greenville County, SC, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Myrtle Bryant Banks. In addition to her husband of 67 years, Betty is survived by her children, Richard Cote (Laura), Randy Cote (Sabina), Michelle Schwartz (David),Continue Reading

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Lindy, Nanny, Titus and Zack left a message on May 14, 2021:
The Cote Family, Michelle, David, Michael and Nick! Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers! With deepest sympathy!
Larry & Jooretta Pena left a message on April 5, 2021:
Randy, and family you will be in our prayers
Michael and Nancy Ellis left a message on April 5, 2021:
With our love and deepest sympathy
The 805 Lea Project Team left a message on April 5, 2021:
Sending our deepest sympathy and prayers.
Gail Butler left a message on April 5, 2021:
I am saddened at the loss of my beloved Aunt Betty. She was a very special person. I always loved the sound of her voice, her smile, and her laugh. She will be greatly missed!
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Jack & Gail Butler left a message on April 5, 2021:
With Our deepest sympathy, Love, Gail, Jack & Jarrett
Elaine & the Whitfield Family left a message on April 5, 2021:
Prayers for the Cote Family, especially Michelle, David, Michael & Nick. We are truly sorry for the loss of this Amazing Woman, whose beautiful smile & zest for life will light up the heavens!
Ashley Scott left a message on April 4, 2021:
I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts. All my love
Zoey Klein left a message on April 3, 2021:
Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. -Matthew 5:4
Larry, Susan and Jessica Dillard left a message on April 3, 2021:
Uncle Frank and family so very sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Betty. Many great memories of times spent with her that I will never forget.
Thomas McAfee Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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