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Madeline Cottom Obituary

Cottom,

Madeline R.

Avon-Rochester: October 19, 2017 at age 91. She is survived by her daughters, Candice Day and Gaile (Paul) Karteron; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, John Cottom. Madeline retired as Vice President of Finance for the Rochester Chamber of Commerce.

Monday at 11 AM her Funeral Service will be held at Stephenson-Dougherty Funeral Home Inc., 350 Genesee St., Avon. Private interment, Avon Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association or the United Way of Greater Rochester. To share a memory or send a condolence visit: stephensondoughertyfuneralhome.com

Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Oct. 22, 2017.
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Mrs. Cottom will never be forgotten. Continue to rest in peace.

Melanie - Boston

October 18, 2021

Rest in peace grandma! Your light will forever shine. You were one of a kind. Thank you for your love and the example you have set for our family

Alayne Day

November 17, 2017

My sincere condolences. Madeline was a strong, intelligent, hardworking and compassionate woman. She was an outstanding colleague
and friend to me during my years at the Chamber.

Kevin Kelley

October 25, 2017

Dear Alayne and Family,

I was saddened to hear this news. May the many memories created sustain you through this very difficult time. I'm so glad I had a chance to meet Ms. Madeline. She was a wonderful woman with lots of spunk. She will never be forgotten. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you dearly.

Melanie Morris

October 24, 2017

Candice, Alayne and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have enjoyed many wonderful conversation with your mom (grandmother) through the years. Getting to know her was truly a privilege for me. If you need anything please let me know.
-Sarah Manello

October 22, 2017

Dear Alayne and family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your Sweet Grandmother! May Mrs Cottom Rest In Heavenly Peace beside her husband!

Carleen Hall-Miranda

October 22, 2017

Madeline was one of the strongest women I have ever known. She had confidence and character and a giving heart. Everyone who worked with her benefited from knowing her. She put her faith in me a long time ago when I needed someone to do that and I will never forget her or stop loving her. Candy and Gaile you have my deepest sympathy for your loss.
Lib McShane

October 22, 2017

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