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Compiled by Rev. Susan Murphy

Ronald J. Cote, 73, lifelong resident of Sanford, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at Wentworth-Douglas Hospital in Dover, NH. The youngest of seven children, he was born on Feb. 27, 1951, to Andre and Emily (Rowe) Cote in Sanford. He was a member of several local social clubs, and he was a proud 3rd Degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Ronald was the first to lend a helping hand, whether it was taking someone to a doctor’s appointment, dropping kids off at school, or being his grandson Nathan’s favorite movie buddy. He was widely known for his quick wit, infectious smile, and a sense of humor that brightened every occasion. He liked to make things last and was known for his duct tape antics. Ronald was always the one maintaining the family pool and took pride in growing vegetables in his garden. He loved spending time with family, whether it be a family cookout or hanging out poolside on the deck. He was predeceased by his parents, his siblings Theresa Morin, Donald Cote, Andre Cote Jr., Rita Cote, and Ernest Cote. He is survived by his loving wife of 34 years, Susan Cote (Houle) of Sanford, his sister Beatrice Fletcher, his sons Jasson (Abbie) Cote of Sanford, and Brandon (Makayla) Cote of Springvale, grandson Nathan Cote of Sanford, brother-in-law Peter Houle, and a host of extended family and friends, as well as his pets Ginger and Herbie. A time of visitation will be held on Friday, Sept. 13, from 10 am to noon at Carll-Heald & Black Funeral Home with burial immediately following.

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Marynel “Peggy” (Ridley) Driscoll, age 94, passed away on Aug. 23 at Summer Commons after a happy life of teaching and community service. She was born in Alfred on March 17, 1930, to Frank Abel and Erma (Hussey) Ridley. After graduating from Alfred High School in 1947, she worked in a shoe shop to put herself through college and graduated from Nasson College in 1951. She was secretary for the Sanford Chamber of Commerce during the 1950s, but teaching was her real passion and her gift. She taught at North Berwick High School, St. Ignatius High School and for more than 16 years at Massabesic High School, where she was beloved by students, some of whom kept in touch with her for many years. She married Kenneth Joseph Driscoll of Shapleigh on Dec. 13, 1957. Together they bought an old farmhouse in Shapleigh and raised two boys, Kent and Keith. She was very active in alumni and civic affairs as a member of the board of trustees of Nasson College and president of the Nasson College Alumni Association. She assisted with writing grants to revitalize the Little Theater to increase programs and services for people of all ages, from preschool to seniors. She also enjoyed singing and acting in productions. Ken and Peg sold “the farm” in the late 1980s and purchased homes in Sanford and Lakeland FL. For the next 25 years, they summered in Maine and wintered in Florida. The park became known as “Little Sanford” as other friends from the town moved into the park. Preceding her in death were her husband, Kenneth; her parents, a brother, Russell Ridley; and her nephew, Kenneth Ridley. Surviving are her sons, Kent (Ann) Driscoll of Kennebunk; Keith (Carol) Driscoll of Keene, NH; her grandsons, Corey Driscoll of Kennebunk; Parker Driscoll of Sanford; Hayden (Tina) Driscoll of Sanford; and her niece Kimberly Ridley and her husband Thomas Curry of Brooklin A memorial service was held Thursday, Sept. 19 in Alfred Parish Church, followed by a luncheon at Oak Street Bistro.

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