Arthur Cotterill Obituary

COTTERILL Dr. Arthur Leon, 87, of Hopkinsville, KY, widower of Ruth Ann Grannis Cotterill, formerly of Lexington, KY, died Tuesday, June 25, 2013, in Hopkinsville, KY. The youngest son of the late Charles Townley and Leila Sousley Cotterill, he was a veteran of World War II, having served as a radioman in the Navy in the South Pacific. Dr. Cotterill was a renowned educator having served as the superintendent of schools in Fleming County, KY, and in the Richmond, KY Independent School District. He was involved in many Title III projects in education throughout Kentucky, and served in the Kentucky Department of Education. He was also a member of Central Christian Church in Lexington, KY and was active with Habitat for Humanity. Survivors include two sons, John Allen (Donna) Cotterill, Hopkinsville, KY and Thomas Mark (Janna) Cotterill, Columbia, SC; one daughter, Ann Lynne (Robert) Cunningham, Sylacauga, AL; four grandchildren, two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by one brother and four sisters. A graveside service will be 1pm Monday at the Lexington Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:30am-12:30pm Monday at Milward Broadway. Contributions are suggested to Central Christian Church, Alzheimer's Association or Habitat for Humanity. www.milwardfuneral.com

Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Jun. 29, 2013.
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My mother used to say that Arthur reminded her of her own father. For her, that was the ultimate compliment. I saw Arthur as a gentleman and a man of honor.

Reynolds LeBus

July 4, 2013

I went to Fleming Co High school. My first 2 years he was bb coach, last 2 he was principal. He was a good guy, tough but fair. They need more like him in schools today. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Faye (Whisman) Rawlings

July 1, 2013

Arthur was a wonderful man. He had a great sense of humor. I will miss sitting next to him in church. Arthur, Bill and I would talk about what had been going on since the last time we were together and have a few laughs before services started. We will miss our pew partner.

Deborah Green

July 1, 2013

Mark, John and Ann ~ I am sorry for your loss. Your father was a wonderful, compassionate man whom I had the pleasure of knowing. You and your families are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Charlene Whitaker

July 1, 2013

My sincere condolence to Mr. Cotterill's surviving loved ones. I am sure he will love building houses in Gods peaceful new world. (Psalms 65:17, 21, 22)

July 1, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be near to you during this difficult time.

June 30, 2013

As a former employee of Dr. Cotterill, I was honored to be associated with him. He was honest, fair and a very intelligent man that earned the highest respect. Condolences to his family. Dimple Varney, KIDC

June 29, 2013

It was always a pleasure to work with Art as a fellow superintendent.

Dr. Patrick Napier

June 29, 2013

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