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Mark Cotton Obituary
Mark E. Cotton, of Palmetto, Florida passed away on October 27, 2018. Mark was born and raised in Redding, CT. He received his B.A. from Franklin and Marshall College in 1994 and received his M.B.A. from the University of Delaware in 1996. He was the founder and President of Solutions 7, an IT consulting firm. For the past few years, Mark really enjoyed coaching flag football for I-9 Sports of Sarasota, FL, where he was an outstanding and inspirational coach.
Mark is survived by his children Jason and Luke Cotton, of Parrish, Florida, and his former wife, Monica Baldino Cotton. He is also survived by his mother, Mary Ellen Ginnetti, father and stepmom James and Andrea Cotton, brothers James, Jr., Ben (Whitney), and Mathew (Antonietta) and nieces Penelope Cotton, Simone Cotton, and Lillian Cotton.
There will be a graveside service at Skyway Memorial Gardens, 5200 US Highway 19 North, Palmetto, FL on Saturday, November 10th, at 1 p.m. with a reception to follow. A savings account for Jason and Luke's educational expenses is being established. If you would like to contribute, checks should be made payable to Andrea Cotton and sent to Andrea at 3300 NE 36th Street, #608, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33308. Please put "Cotton Brothers" in the subject line. Or donate to a charity of your choice in Mark's memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Mark Cotton
Ben Cotton
December 13, 2018
Ben Cotton
December 13, 2018
Ben Cotton
December 13, 2018
Ben Cotton
December 13, 2018
Don Crouch
December 12, 2018
Thoughts and prayers with the family. His brother Jim is a fraternity brother at UConn and met Mark thru him. Mark made you feel like you knew him forever.
Mark Cotton in the red shirt
December 4, 2018
Ricardo Castro
November 13, 2018
Sending our deepest condolences to the entire Cotton family and friends. I have fond memories of Mark growing up and you will be sadly missed. RIP
Several of Mark's IDS friends gathered on Friday in his memory. Prayers being sent to you all, he will be missed.
November 12, 2018
Jennifer
November 8, 2018
The Ranch Animal family was deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Cotton's passing. We had many wonderful moments over the years with him and sons. We never saw him not smiling. Heaven has gained an angel and i know he will watch over Luke and Jason. ❤❤❤
Rob Takkunen
November 8, 2018
Very sad to hear Mark has passed. I worked with him for many years and he will be missed.
Mary Lyons
November 7, 2018
I am so sorry to learn of Mark's passing. He and his family are in my prayers. I have fond memories of Mark and Monica from Advanta and CIT.
November 7, 2018
I am so sad to read that Mark has passed. His friendly face will be missed. My heart goes out to his family and friends ❤
Marylouise Black
November 6, 2018
Mary Ellen, Words are never enough to express the deepest sorrow for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult and tragic time. Marylouise Black
Ida Bove
November 6, 2018
So very sorry for your loss. Will always remember him from Advanta. He was a great guy. My prayers for all of you at this difficult time. Gone way too soon for sure. Very very sad.
Anthony Mussari
November 6, 2018
He always will represent good memories from Advanta days because he was a good person...this is quite a loss.
Lora Sweeney
November 6, 2018
Rest in peace, Mark. Prayers for strength and healing to your family.
Chuck Vassallo
November 4, 2018
Jim and Andrea, My sincerest sympathy on the passing of Mark, may he rest in peace.
Cheryl Hanson
November 3, 2018
My deepest sympathies on the loss of a beloved son, brother, father and friend. May you find comfort in family and faith.
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