LEWISTON – Robert “Bob” Maurice Cote, 46, of 316 East Hardscrabble Road, Auburn, died Wednesday, July 13, at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.

Born in Lewiston, Nov. 30, 1958, a son of William E. and Therese M. Duchette Cote, he was educated in Lewiston schools and was a member of the Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul.

He worked for several painting contractors and was also self-employed.

He loved spending time with his family, friends and his cats. An avid drummer, he enjoyed jamming with many local musicians.

He will be remembered as a good friend, and loving husband and father.

He is survived by his wife, the former Linda I. Biron, of Auburn, whom he married Aug. 21, 1999; a daughter, Erin and her husband, Steve Blais, of Lewiston; his mother, Therese Cote of Lewiston; a sister, Janice and her husband, Larry White Sr., of Jay; a niece, Becky Mills and her husband, Travis; and a nephew, Larry White Jr.

He was predeceased by his father, Bill Cote.