Robert Cotner Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Seneca, Illinois

Robert "Bob" Cotner Born: November 10, 1935 in Ligoneer, IN Died: November 16, 2024 in Morris, IL It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Cotner, of Seneca, IL ~ a truly extraordinary man whose kindness, brilliance, compassion and creativity inspired those fortunate...

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I was a secretary to Bob Cotner at The Salvation Army, Divisional Headquarters, Chicago, for ten years. Working side by side day after day for all that time gave me a chance to know the most intellectually astute person I've ever met. He sponsored poetry readings to employees working on the third floor. We were amazed and astounded at his knowledge and patience with those of us who had never been exposed in quite the same way to poetry. He influenced me in writing and through years later I...

Barbara Duncan

February 07, 2025 | Des Plaines, IL | Coworker

Bob was a truly remarkable man. My husband and I knew Bob from the Shriners Hospital Chicago. We were proud to call him our friend. My sincere love and sympathy to Norma and family.

Judy Klemm

December 12, 2024 | Friend

I worked with Bob when he was a Trustee of the Aurora (IL) Public Library. He and I shared an interest in books and history. He was instrumental in getting the Board of Aurora Library moving forward toward the building of a new Public Library facility in downtown Aurora. I also have him to thank for introducing me to the Caxton Club of Chicago. His writing and editing of the Caxtonian Journal was intellectually simulating. My fondest memory is of his annual Christmas parties he and Norma...

Kevin Davis

November 20, 2024 | Work

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

The Staff of Ottawa Funeral Home

November 19, 2024 | Ottawa, IL

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