Mr John David Coulter
Vermont, August 16, 2026
John David Coulter Vermont, August 16, 2026
It is with great sadness that we share the peaceful passing of John David Coulter on Sunday, August 16th, 2026 at the age of 62.
Born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, John was the beloved son of Bruce & Joyce Coulter. He was a loving husband to Natalie Dicaire, Pop to Quincy & Casey, proud father-in-law to Yasmin, wingman to Marc, and finally doting companion to Otis.
He was a loving brother to Susan (Bob Sulla), late Butch (Vessala Vangelova) & Doug (Charlotte Forbes) as well as an uncle to David, Erin, Evan, Gordon, Zoe, Addy, Amber & Nora. He kindly embraced the Dicaire family like it was his own, René and Corinne and his brother-in-laws Marc, Luc, Jean (Jennifer Gibson) and Pierre. Lastly, he was certainly a friend to many.
John proudly graduating from Bishop’s University in Sherbrooke, Quebec earning a degree in social sciences. He was a talented student athlete playing the role of a captain of the Gaiters Football team.
John spent most of his career in the healthcare industry moving from Canada to the US, France, England and finally Germany where he retired from Abbott Laboratories as a corporate officer in the position of Vice President, Diagnostics, Commercial Operations, Europe, Middle East and Africa. He previously was Vice President, Molecular Diagnostics.
After joining Abbott in 2000, he served in various management positions including Divisional Vice President, U.S. Commercial Operations; Divisional Vice President, U.S. Sales; Divisional Vice President, Latin America and Canada; and General Manager, United Kingdom and Ireland. He also served in marketing roles for Abbott’s global pharmaceutical and nutrition business.
With a strong work ethic and quiet confidence, John believed in teamwork and elevating talent. He was a humble and kind leader. After retiring in 2018, John wanted nothing more than to spend time with his family, preferably in Vermont or on a golf course, with a beer in hand watching the sunset.
A memorial service will be held at St-Mark’s Chapel at Bishop’s University in Lennoxville, Quebec, on Saturday October 17th at 10:30 am.
In lieu of flowers, donations to The Coulter Fund at Bishop’s University and/or Dana Farber Cancer Institute, Boston, Massachusetts, would be greatly appreciated.
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Deepest Condolences
What a shock to read this. John was full of life. My condolences to the Coulter family. Perhaps he is sitting at a table with brother Butch and father Bruce. Rest in peace, John.Jane Pankovitch
21 octobre 2026
John David Coulter
To Susan and family,My sincere condolences to you and your family on the passing of your dear brother. I hope that the cherished memories that you and your family have of your brother will help you at this difficult time.
Thinking of you all
Annette Perry
19 octobre 2026
Deepest sympathies from the Websters
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Harrison and Family...Harrison Webster
19 octobre 2026
Mark Leonard
I am so very sorry to hear of John's passing.Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Mark Leonard
6 octobre 2026
Rina and Dan Bounadere
Dear Natalie, Quincy and Casey,We were very saddened and heartbroken to find out about John's passing. We did not know he had been ill until the last week.
We have fond memories of John. He was kind person, jovial, giving and a loving father and husband. He was always willing to contribute in any way he could.
We remember his good spirit and loving attributes towards others.
We would like to extend our most profound condolences during this very difficult time. May you find solace, courage and strength.
We are thinking of you.
May John rest in peace and may he be your guiding light from up above.
Sending much love and prayers.
Eternal rest grant unto John, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him.
Dan, Rina, Alexia, & Olivia Bounadere
Rina and Dan Bounadere
21 septembre 2026
Thoughts and prayers
Dear Natalie and family, we were blessed to have John as a colleague and friend. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all and John.Bob Kunkler
Robert Kunkler
14 septembre 2026
Our sincere condolences
To the e entire Coulter family,There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss. John was a genuine kind soul with a huge heart. A stand up man who fiercely loved his family.
While I have childhood memories of times with John, Doug and I and our boys have the best memories of times spent with John, Nat, Quincy and Casey when the boys were young. We were busy parents of small boys together in Burlington and the time spent together was filled with laughter.
John battled and now is at peace. Please know that you have love and support around you today and always xo.
Doug and Cindy (Copland)Dimitroff
13 septembre 2026
So sorry to hear of John’s passing
I am saddened by the passing of John. Our hearts and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love of those around you and in the precious memories you shared together. I personally recall so many wonderful times, discussions, business events, social outings & happy days with John.Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Wishing you and your family strength, peace, and comfort in the days ahead. With my deepest sympathy and love.
Mark wheeler
13 septembre 2026
Message of Sympathy
I feel very fortunate to have known John as both a colleague and a friend. He was kind, thoughtful, and so generous with his time. No matter how busy he was, John always made time to listen, offer encouragement, or share his experience.He accomplished so much, yet carried himself with humility and quiet confidence. More than anything, I’ll remember the way he treated people and made those around him feel valued.
I’m grateful for the conversations, the laughs, and the time we shared. My heartfelt condolences to Natalie and the entire Coulter family. John was a wonderful friend and colleague, and above all, a genuinely good person. He will be deeply missed.
RDV
11 septembre 2026
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Dear Natalie, Louise and I are deeply saddened to learn of John’s passing. I remember John as the eternal optimist. You and John were such a power couple. Sincerely, Ed and LouiseEd Konczarek
10 septembre 2026