Melynda S. “Mindy” (Bushey) Cote
Cambridge - Melynda Susan “Mindy” Cote, 53 passed away Thursday December 11, 2008 at her home in Cambridge surrounded by her loving family. Mindy was born on May 10, 1955 in Burlington, VT daughter of Margaret (Phelps) Bushey and the late Keith Bushey.
Mindy had a love of the outdoors which included going to her camp with the "ol man", riding around on scooters and kayaking. She took great joy in attending her grandson's soccer games and spending time with all 3 of her grandchildren. She enjoyed her travel adventures to new places that she took often with her "ol man". She had a hobby of crocheting which every new baby in the family received a special afghan from her. Mindy had an incredible loving relationship with her husband Gary, a very special bond with her "T" and a very special place in her heart for both of her brothers and as well as her sister, who she was as close to as sisters could be. Although her mom lived many miles away she looked forward to their many phone conversations. She also loved being with her two pups Ulysses and Pepper. She worked 25 years at IBM and made many lasting relationships during her time there. Mindy was a very special person and was loved by anybody who came in contact with her. She touched many lives with her smile and compassion for human kind. She will be missed immensely by many.
She is survived by: Her loving husband of 35 years Gary Cote of Cambridge; Her daughter TariAnn Santor and friend Mike Luce of Jericho; Her mother Margaret (Phelps) Bushey of Louisiana; Three grandchildren: Nicholas, Amanda and Rand; Two brothers: Keith Bushey and wife Darlene of Louisiana; Shannon Bushey and wife Michele of Essex Jct.; Her sister Dottie Cote and husband Joe of Missouri; Numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday December 16 2008 from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m. at A. W. Rich Funeral Home – Fairfax Chapel. There will be no public funeral services. Inurnment will be private and at the convenience of the family. Memorial contributions in Mindy’s memory may be made to American Cancer Society 121 Connor Way P.O. Box 1460 Williston, VT 05495-1460. Those who wish may forward their online condolences and tributes to www.awrichfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are by John D. Workman, A. W. Rich Funeral Home – Fairfax Chapel, 1176 Main St. Fairfax, VT 05454.
