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Rosemary Cotton Obituary
Rosemary taught grades 1-3 for a total of 20 years; 3 years in New Orleans, and 17 years in Anchorage at both Mt. View and Baxter Elementary Schools. While working in Alaska she earneda Master of Education degree from the University of Alaska, Anchorage.
Rosemary accepted the Lord as her Savior at an early age. She was a faithful member of Amozion Baptist Church, New Orleans, Grandview Baptist Church, Anchorage, Alaska, and Greater First Church-Baptist, Baker, Louisiana. She was active in the teaching ministry to children, and in the women ministry of the church.
Rosemary is survived by her husband of 47 years, Herbert Louis Cotton of Baton Rouge; daughter April Ransum (Teo Ransum) of Anchorage, AK; son Timothy Cotton, of Hoquiam, WA; brother Dr. Alvin Amos (Carol Amos), of Hockessin, DE; granddaughtersTamicia and Tamera of Anchorage, AK; as well as cousins, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and many cherished friends.
Rosemary was preceded in death by her parents, Thelma and Rev.Herbert Amos, Sr., brother Herbert Amos, Jr., and grandmother Lily Madison.
Memorial services will be begin at 11:00am on Saturday, April 21 at Grandview Baptist Church, 1300 Columbine St in Anchorage and a potluck will be held at the church immediately after the service. Pastor Randy L. Graham, will officiate.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Greater First Church-Baptist, 4669 Groom Road, Baker, LA 70714, in memory of RosemaryAmos Cotton, for the Mortgage Reduction Fund.
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Memories and Condolences
for Rosemary Cotton
Barbara Stek
April 9, 2025
Rosemary was an integral part of Baxter School - we were lucky to have her there. Thinking of the family and hoping that everyone is doing well. Rosemary is remembered as a very special person.
Nina Bingham
April 9, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person and my favorite teacher. We will love you and miss you always.
Barbara Stek
April 9, 2022
As I continue to substitute at Baxter Elementary, I often think of Rosemary and our time there. I hope that all is well with her family.
Barbara Stek
April 20, 2012
Rosemary and I worked together at Baxter School for many years. She was a very special person - so caring and thoughtful. Rosemary organized the Baxter Bunch gatherings which we all enjoyed. My sympathies go out to all of her family. God bless!
Cami Endicott
April 16, 2012
April & Family,
My thoughts are with you all during this time. I am truely sorry to hear of her passing, but as strong christian's you know she is home now
Joan Hamilton
April 16, 2012
Just saying Rosemary's name brings a smile to my face. Her wit, wisdom, and witness for the Lord impacted me before (and and many years after) I accepted Christ at Grandview. She and Herb are amazing examples to me of the two becoming one flesh. They "tag teamed" life in their joy in the Lord no matter what the circumstance. Knowing that Rosemary is home is bittersweet indeed. I send my deepest condolences and hope in the Lord to Herb, April and Tim.
Liz and Darrel Kester
April 15, 2012
Rosemary and Herb were truly blessed to have many years of marriage together, so filled with love, friendship, and respect! They are fine people and terrific role models. Herb, I know you find peace in knowing your beloved Rosemary is now free of pain and in God's perfect resting place. Thinking of you and your family.
Nina Bingham
April 15, 2012
I am so saddened to hear of the death of Mrs. Cotton. She was my 1st grade teacher at Mt. View Elementary School. My deepest sympathy to the family for their loss.
Kristy Tallman
April 15, 2012
April my thoughts an prayers go out to you an your family,
Just know that she's with God now. Love ya friend, kristy
April 15, 2012
I am sorry for your loss may your family take refuge and strength in god during this time of grief-psalms 46:1
Linda Johnson
April 15, 2012
I taught across the hall from Rosemary at Mt. View in 1965 and 1966---the first years in Alaska for both of us. I am so grateful to have known her---Her smile, her sense of humor, her caring ways----I can see her as if it were yesterday! I am saddened to read of her death and my heart and prayers are with all of you---her family.
Anna Deer
April 15, 2012
My condolences to the family. Mrs. Cotton was my 1st grade teacher at Mt. View Elementary in 1966
Anne Guest
April 15, 2012
Mrs. Cotton was a caring teacher whose gentle ways are still with me 37 years after was I blessed to be in her classroom. My condolences to April, Tim and Mr. Cotton. I know she is in a better place, but her kind spirit will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Caroline Millar
April 15, 2012
Rosemary taught our two daughters at Baxter Elementary school and left a lasting impression on all of us. Our condolences to her husband and all of the family.
Allison Moore
April 15, 2012
Mrs. Cotton and the Cotton family were a large part of my life growing up at Grandview Baptist. I will always treasure the memories I have of them and those days. April, Tim, and Mr. Cotton, you are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. We love you always. God bless.
Dawn Furnish
April 15, 2012
Mrs. Cotton, taught my daughter in the 80's at Baxter. Many years later she was involved with my Grand daughters class... A wonderful person, teacher has moved on to a new adventure. Thank you for everything you did, for all students and children.
Ron and Linda Miller
April 15, 2012
It was with sadness that we heard of Rosemary's passing. We knew Rosemary from Grandview Baptist Church where she was a faithful follower of Christ. She was an inspiration to us by her determination to do God's work. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word for all. We will miss Rosemary, but know that God now has a great worker with Him. Our condolences to Herb and the family.
L Groh
April 15, 2012
She was a very kind and thoughtfully caring person. May she rest in peace,
Judy Jett
April 15, 2012
Hello Herb. Rosemary is now with my mother, Vi Mueller, and my sister, Audrey. They are all rejoicing in the arms of Jesus.
Pat Hopkins
April 15, 2012
I worked for many years with Rosemary's husband Herb. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Pat Mullis Hopkins
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