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James A. Cotten

Burlington, New Jersey

1927 - 2020

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James Alonzo Cotten was born on June 4, 1927, in Chapel Hill, NC. At his request, he was cared for at home by his family, and transitioned on August 14, 2020. James was married for 73 years to his high school sweetheart, Oteria. They met at a dance, and continued to dance throughout his...

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Dad, this is "2024" and the pain is still so great, but I honor you and mom every chance I get. I can´t say enough good about you as a father. IKNOW you are still around me. I remember when we went into Shoprite and we picked up brand new Pennie´s in different places when we were walking in. We laughed and said "Pennies From Heaven" now I get them at home, in my car, I know it´s you! So Thank You! I need that confirmation from you! So knowing you and my precious mom are together with no more...

Dad, I miss you so much! There is not a word to explain the pain. I will forever keep your memory alive until I no longer can. I have many things where I reside on my walls, in albums, and most of all in a book I am still writing. You and mom are right here with me in many ways. Your spirits are all around in my peaceful place surrounded by moms flowers that came from her garden inside and out. Birds have homes on my balcony and Dad you and mom loved birds! I love to watch them and think of...

I had the honor and pleasure to work under Mr. Cotten during his tenure at McGuire AFB working for the Military Airlift Command. I was the station manager for two airlines that
transported the soldiers from the Philadelphia Gateway. I had many personal meetings with my boss and Mr. Cotten and always enjoyed his company. He was honest, fair and a wonderful person to work for. My condolences to his family. Someone this world today will truly miss. Rest in peace, Mr. Cotten.

My heart goes out to Mrs Cotten and every member of the Cotten family. I've never met a more honorable man. RIP Mr Cotten

Dad, if ever there was the greatest father in the world it would be you. You took care of mom and all your children teaching us the right way to do things. You never had a mean thing to say about anyone. You taught us to hold our heads up and look people in the eyes and never feel that we are less, but equal to each other. I am your oldest child so I remember so much of our military life, all the wonderful people we met through the years. Also some people may not know that you were my manager...

My heart goes out to the family and friend of Mr. Cotten. It was an honor to know him and have him serve on a credit union committee for a number of years. Always a gentleman with a heart of gold and a love for people. My deepest sympathy to the family.

I was so saddened to learn of Jim Cotten' passing.
I had the pleasure of knowing him through his service to the credit union community. He was one of kind. A gentleman of the first order and an inspiration to all who were fortunate enough to cross paths with him.
He will be sadly missed by so very many.
Keeping Mrs. Cotten and the whole Cotten family in my thoughts and prayers.

Our deepest condolences. Praying God will comfort you during this difficult time.
Lovingly, Kevin, Lisa, & Kira Brown

I’m sorry for your loss, and you’re in my prayers.
-Frances Silver-Carthen