Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

The Gundrum Service Home For Funerals

237 Bordentown Ave

South Amboy, New Jersey

Gary Cottrell Obituary

Gary Cottrell

South Amboy - Gary T. Cottrell, 65, of South Amboy died on Friday January 11, 2019 at Raritan Bay Medical Center, Perth Amboy. Born in South Amboy he lived there all his life. Before retiring he was employed as a paramedic at JFK Medical Center, Edison. A veteran of the U.S. Navy he was a member of American Legion Post 62, South Amboy. He was a member of Christ Episcopal Church, South Amboy as well as Boy Scout Troop 91, Cub Pack 91 and the St. Stephen's Masonic Lodge #63, South Amboy. He was also an active EMT with the South Amboy First Aid Squad.

Son of the late Thomas and Shirley Renigar Cottrell he is survived by his wife Christine Randall Cottrell; his daughters Jacquelyn Oshman of South Amboy and Kimberly Barna and her husband Gregory of South Amboy; his sisters Betsy Cottrell and Gloria Pulliam of Georgia; his grandchildren Scott, Gavin, Gregory and Alyssa and his sisters-in-law Kathy Nemeth and her husband Lou and Beverly Straffi and her husband Ben.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday January 16, 2019 at 12 noon at The Gundrum Service "Home For Funerals" 237 Bordentown Avenue, South Amboy. Cremation will be private. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 4 to 8pm and Wednesday from 10am to 12 noon. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the South Amboy First Aid Squad, PO Box 328, South Amboy, NJ 08879 or the Camp Dill Foundation, 3 Strek Drive, Parlin, NJ 08859.

Published by Home News Tribune from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2019.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Gary Cottrell

Sponsored by The Gundrum Service Home For Funerals.

Not sure what to say?





3 Entries

Gary I hope you have safe travels my friend. Your smile and kind demeanor I will always remember. I hope you are diving in warm crystal clear water some where in Valhalla.

We will meet again. Mike H

January 14, 2019

So very sorry to here of the death of Gary. Gary was a friend who never stopped giving to his country or community. May the love and support from family and his large circle of friends guide you through this most difficult time. Rest In Peace my friend.

Michael Seyler

January 13, 2019

Chris & family

So very sorry for your loss

Dennis McCloud

January 13, 2019

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results

Make a Donation
in Gary Cottrell's name

Memorial Events
for Gary Cottrell

Jan

15

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

The Gundrum Service Home For Funerals

237 Bordentown Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879

Jan

16

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The Gundrum Service Home For Funerals

237 Bordentown Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879

Jan

16

Funeral service

12:00 p.m.

The Gundrum Service Home For Funerals

237 Bordentown Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879

Funeral services provided by:

The Gundrum Service Home For Funerals

237 Bordentown Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879

How to support Gary's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Gary Cottrell's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more