Ruby M. Cote

COTE, Ruby M. "Valerie"
of Kalamazoo Passed away January 11, 2010, at her residence in Kalamazoo. She was born January 25, 1915, in Kalamazoo, to the late Franklin and Florence Snook Herrick. Valerie was united in marriage to Donald G. Cote, who preceded her in death in 1997. Valerie was very intelligent and self educated and loved great literature. One of her great joys was discussing books with her grandchildren. She was well read, even in her later years, and knew exactly what was happening in the world as well as in her local community. She was an excellent cook and loved to bake and cook for her family and others. One of her great pleasures was looking for new recipes. She was a great seamstress making dresses for herself and others, as well as special quilts for her grandchildren. Her family will miss her inquisitive mind and lively conversations. Surviving Valerie are her children, Donald C Cote of Key West , FL and Diane Roger VanDyke of Richland, MI, and Miami Beach, FL; four grandchildren; many great and great great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Also preceding Valerie in death were her brother, Paul Herrick, and a daughter-in-law, Sandra Cote. A Memorial Service will take place at 2:00 PM, January 18, at North Park Reformed Church, 1316 Barney Rd. Arrangements by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. Memorials may be directed to Parchment Community Library or a charity of your choice. Please see www.langelands.com for online obituary, directions, register book and condolences. 343-1508