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Joseph Cotta Obituary

Joseph Cotta, 51, died Friday, April 27, 2012.
Published by Mercury News on Apr. 30, 2012.

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Robie Cotta

May 4, 2012

To my Uncle Joe,
My blood, my family the man that I always knew to be crazy yet to have a big heart. The man said to me "takes a lot of guts a lot of pride but even more crazy to wear this last name" The last day we seen one another I will never forget our conversation & you will be forever in my heart.
Love you man!

chrysteen brown

May 3, 2012

i miss you so much with all my heart it hurts so bad.. not one day will go by that your not missed i love u so much...

Ann Sharkey

May 3, 2012

Lee, Linda and the Cotta Family
I am so sorry for your loss

Kris Brusseau

May 3, 2012

There are no words that can describe the unbearable heartache of losing someone you love. Joey will remain in the hearts of those who truly loved him, he will be the sunshine that warms you on a cold winter day & the cool breeze at the beach. You will hear his voice in your childrens laughter and know that he is with you always. I am so sorry for your loss my sweet neice Natasha.

Brothers : Kevin, Robbie, and Joey Cotta

Robbie Cotta

May 1, 2012

Victoria Lynn

May 1, 2012

Maeryn and Kelli - I hold you and your family in healing embrace in this time of great sadness

May 1, 2012

My blue eyed baby boy. I miss you terribly. You were my 1st born, you paved the way for your brothers to follow, just like follow the leader. Sometimes the three of you would run into a blank wall, but always got back up and found the right way to go. Love you so much baby. ......Mom

Kathy Richmond & Richard Czentorycki

May 1, 2012

To Tasha and Cotta Family and Friends. Our time with Joey has ended.  Sadly as it was so quick N tragic, we had no ability for closure or the opportunity to tell him the things you wanted him to know. 
     Ease your pain in knowing that even though his physical presence is no longer with us; his spirit is flying with his guardian angels, and his essence is here with you as it will always be.  
      In death all these sad, painful feelings will fade away and you will be left with positive energy.  You can feel his energy and presence in your smile and your laughter when you remember one of his jokes or silly antics. You can see it in the faces of his children and parents, who have his eyes or curly hair and quirky mannerisms.  You can hear him when you catch one of his favorite songs on the radio and just envision him singing along like he did.  
      You will carry the good times and experiences with you forever as these sad painful ones fade away. Death only takes away  his physical presence, not his spirit and the parts of his life he shared with each of us who were touched by him. That is what is forever and will eventually comfort you in your loss and grief. I send to you all with this message, my spiritual arms to surround you with Love, comfort and support.  Love you, Aunt Kathy

Johanna Chrysler

May 1, 2012

I didn't know you well, but I do know that you are an amazing person. You will forever and always be loved and missed. Love you cousin.

Poncho Martin

May 1, 2012

You will be missed little brother, I love and miss you.

Joey Cotta and his dog, Daisy Mae.

Robbie Cotta

April 30, 2012

Proud Mom; Linda Berlind shares a nice moment in Wyoming with 2 of her 3 sons, Robbie and Joey Cotta.

Robbie Cotta

April 30, 2012

Joey and Robbie Cotta celebrate their brother Kevin's birthday together.

Robbie Cotta

April 30, 2012

Kelli Chrysler

April 30, 2012

I wish I had been given the time to get to know him. I know he was a very loving, and caring man. He will be missed.

Robbie Cotta

April 30, 2012

You will always be missed. I love you big brother, you are my Best Friend! Our time on earth together was too short, but we will meet again one day.

April 30, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Joseph Cotta.

Trina Cotta

April 30, 2012

I do not have the words to say what you mean to me. Thank you for being my best friend and sharing 18 years of your life with me. I love you from here to eternity Baby.

ismael (Smiley) aragon

April 30, 2012

OH JOEY THIS NOT SOMETHING YOU DIDN'T DESERVE THIS .... ALWAYS JOEY IN MY MEMORY'S ((WOJO)) WITH MUCH LOVE BRO I DO MISS YOU AND WILL ALWAYS NOT FORGET YOU MY FRIEND ((WOJO)) JOEY.. SINCERELY SMILEY

April 30, 2012

Joey You didn't Deserve this. with much love Bro I'll miss you (WOJO).. Sincerely
Smiley.

Nicole Cotta

April 30, 2012

Words can't express how much you will be missed. We love you so very much.

Robin Rolles

April 30, 2012

I will miss my cousin dearly. He was always fun to be around laugh and loved everyone. I will miss him..Love you Joey....

Regina Richmond

April 30, 2012

May the Love and Light of God bless all of you. Joe, may the Light guild and bless you on your new journey. Natasha, I am so sorry...

VICKI YOUNG

April 30, 2012

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY

Christoper Roach

April 30, 2012

May God lead your way now that you are flying with the Angels. GOD BLESS

chrysteen brown

April 30, 2012

i love my dad with all my heart... I miss him and i hate how this happen. Rest in peace dad

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