Traverse City, Michigan
NAPLES, Fla. —— Mark C. Cottom, 32, of Naples, Fla., a former Traverse City resident, died Aug. 27, 2008, in Naples.
Mark is survived by his mom and stepdad, Margie and Gary Columbus of Traverse City; his dad, Rick Cottom of Naples; a brother, Dr. James Cottom of Sarasota, Fla.; and his grandmother, Lauraine Cottom Kaiser of Naples.
A memorial service is being planned for November 2008 at First Congregational Church, Traverse City, with the time to be announced at that time.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 5075 Cascade Rd., SE., Grand Rapids, MI 49546.
The family is being served by The Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City; www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
Marky.....17 years and I still miss you with all my heart. I think about you every day. Your and Uncle now too with 2 nieces. Rowan and Renley. I see some of you in them and it melts me. I will always love you. Your big brother
james cottom
September 03, 2025
Markey, I was thinking about you today. I can't believe it's been 11 years. You would be 43 this year. I heard that you are an uncle now, I'm sure you're watching from up above and are so proud! You would've been the best uncle ever! If you see my dad, tell him I'm still waiting...he'll know what that means. Miss our talks about life. You were a very special young man! Till next time little brother from another...xoxo
Tamra Deary
December 12, 2019 | East Lansing, MI | Friend
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. We were fortunate to have met Mark, share beaches, sunsets, dinners conversations and most of all his friendship. His energy will always be with us and he is deeply missed........kristin and andy
Kristin Hamilton
September 21, 2008 | Naples, FL
Mark was a wonderful person and a great friend. I feel as if the floor has been ripped out from under me with his sudden passing. My heart is breaking, especially for Mark's family. Mark had the biggest heart and the most beautiful smile...I will never forget these as long as I live. His friends in Florida are just learning of his passing and our hearts go out to his family, please know that we loved him very much. My life is so much richer from knowing Mark and I will miss him...
erin hahn
September 18, 2008 | Naples, FL
Marge,
Mark was our friend and we miss him. We're sorry you have to feel so much pain. We believe he's at peace now. The last time we spoke with Mark he was headed back to Florida. He said that he really missed the area, especially the trees. So, if it comforts you at all...when the winds blows and the trees rustle that will be Mark, saying Hi Mom!
We're just a phone call away if you want to talk.
Robin & Daine
Robin & Diane Lacy
September 17, 2008 | Petoskey, MI
mark was a great guy. He had much to say to all of us. i will miss him forever. I love you little bro.
jamie cottom
September 11, 2008 | Sarasota, FL
MOM- I MISS MARK. I KNOW YOU DO ALSO. WE WILL GET THROUGH THIS. I LOVE YOU AND KNOW WE CAN MOVE ON TOGETHER.
LOVE- JAMES
JAMES COTTOM
September 11, 2008 | SARASOTA, FL
Margie and Gary
I am so sorry for your loss. May our Loving Lord comfort you and give you peace during this most difficult time.
Anne Marie Raftshol
September 11, 2008 | Rio Rancho, NM
Margie and Gary, our hearts ache for you and your family. May the love and support of your many friends help you get through this most difficult time. Kathy and Dave
Kathy and Dave Wilson
September 11, 2008 | Indialantic, FL
