Roy "Cotton" Avery

Roy "Cotton" Avery obituary, Strafford, MO

Roy Avery Obituary

Roy "Cotton" Avery

Roy "Cotton" Avery of Strafford, Missouri was born April 8, 1929 in Denver, Arkansas and passed away on May 6, 2013 in Springfield, Missouri. He was retired from Frisco/Burlington-Northern Railroad after 46 years of service. He is survived by his wife, Patricia, three sons, James, Charles and Willard Avery, one daughter, Teri Quick, 13 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. Roy was a member of First Baptist Church, Strafford and NARVRE (National Association of Retired and Veterans Railway Employees). He was known for his love of bluegrass music. Memorial contributions can be made to the Strafford Senior Center where he served on the board, delivered meals and played his "tub". Visitation will be Thursday, 6 - 8 pm with funeral services Friday at 10 am at Greenlawn North, Springfield. Burial will be in Danforth Cemetery, Strafford.

Published by News-Leader on May 9, 2013.
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Been thinking about you a lot lately Papa! I love you so much!! You were the greatest Papa I could have ever asked for.

Shelby Q

May 16, 2013

Gonna miss you Grandpa, wish I could have seen you one more time before you left us but the memories of you will last me a lifetime. Miss you Grandpa

Ryan Prugger

May 10, 2013

Cotton was a wonderful friend to my dad Orville "Hawk eye" Thomas I have fond memories of the family So sorry for your loss But Heavens gain

Jim Janice Lafferty

May 9, 2013

Cotton was a wonderful friend to my dad Orville "Hawk eye " Thomas I have fond memories of the family and am very sorry to hear of your loss But he is Heavens gain Jim Janice(Thomas) Lafferty

Jim Janice Lafferty

May 9, 2013

Such a delightful man. It has been my joy to share in his family's love of one another. Heaven has a new angel that brings the Cajun music to life! Miss you, Roy.

Renae Grimes-Avery

May 9, 2013

I am so sorry to read of Cotton passing. I worked with Cotton for about twenty years. He was so much fun to work with as he had a wonderful sense of humor. My wife Linda Murray work at the Frisco office with Cottons Sister.

Cecil Murray, Platte City, Mo

May 9, 2013

Pat, I'm so thankful to have been able to renew acquaintence w/you & Roy a few years ago at Mom & Dad's anniversary celebration. As a young girl at Golden Avenue, you and Roy stand out in my memory. and JAMES & Chuckie -- I had a crush on them both! I remember Roy as a gentle & loving man, always happy. There aren't words or anything we are able to “do” to lessen your loss, but we're thankful that Our Heavenly Father is THE DIFFERENCE for you in this journey. We love you all. Ellen Miller Painter

Mike Painter

May 9, 2013

Precous Pat and Sweet Children . . . Roy is a wonderful man, a true example of Christian. It is a blessing to call him Friend. In every memory, may Heaven feel a little closer. May the Lord's precious promises bring you strength and hope. "If I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again ... that where I am, there ye may be also" "I will not leave you comfortless; I will come to you" John 14:3 & 18 Our love to you, Elgin & Vesta

Elgin Miller

May 9, 2013

Brittany Avery

May 9, 2013

I LOVE YOU PAPAL

BRITTANY AVERY

May 9, 2013

Teri, So sad to hear about your dad. I'll never forget his pet name for me & the high voice he used when he said it. He was so much fun all those thousands of times I was at your house down thru the years. You & your family will be in my prayers for strength & comfort. Love you.

Carol Campbell Lamborn

May 9, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss.. My Dad(Orville Thomas)worked with Cotton at Frisco. Our prayers are being sent for comfort.

Loretta Thomas

May 9, 2013

Teri, I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your Dad well from our days in Jr. High. Prayers to you and your family.

Debbie Compton Bogner

May 9, 2013

Our family is so sorry for your loss. Roy was such a fun person, always joking, and such a pleasure to be around. He will be missed and remembered fondly by so many. May God and the many, many friends you have comfort you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Kristi Taylor and family

May 8, 2013

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