Wilber " Pete " Bacote entered eternal rest on November 18, 2020 surrounded by his loving family. He was married to his wife, Shirley, for fifty-two years. From their union they had 3 sons; Peter, Damon and Marc.

Pete spent 30 years in the United States Air Force and retired as a Chief Master Sergeant. He worked as a counselor for Alternatives Inc. for twenty years and he retired ten years ago.  Pete was a lover of sports. He taught, coached and played his favorite sport, basketball.

He leaves to cherish his memories, wife, Shirley; sons, Peter, Damon (Lauren), Marc (Sara); sister, Audrey (Franklin); brother, Juan; a special sister, Jacqueline Kennard; seven grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and other relatives.

A Memorial Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 23, 2020 at O.H. Smith & Son Funeral Home.  Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers.  O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.