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John Anthony Cotter is WELCOMED BACK home on Nov 2, 2020. His laugh was infectious, and his heart was one of pure gold. He never met a person who was not his friend. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Maryanne Arcuri Cotter; his sons, Jonn Cotter (Patty) and Dan; his daughter, Lisa Loveless (Matt). The joys of his life were his four grandchildren, Dana, Nicholas, Kristin, and Samuel. He is also survived by his sister, Jewel Sauser. John worked for Ohio Edison for 35 years. He was a lifelong Cleveland Indians fan, community theater enthusiast, and he could dance the night away. He devoted much of his free time volunteering on productions at Weathervane Community Playhouse. He was proud of his Lebanese Heritage and was a true family man. His most favorite place to vacation was Mohican State Park where he visited regularly for 36 years. A more kind and special man you will not meet. He will be truly missed. "No man is a failure who has friends." In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made in John's name to Weathervane Community Playhouse at 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron Ohio 44313. https://www.weathervaneplayhouse.com/. A Memorial Mass will be at 11 a.m. Friday at St. John Neumann Church, 16271 Pearl Rd., Strongsville, OH 44136.

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Published by Akron Beacon Journal on Nov. 5, 2020.

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Beverly Smith

November 7, 2020

We had some good times and a lot of laughs that I will cherish in my heart forever. Goodbye, my friend.

Sister Delrina M. Clarin, H.M.

November 5, 2020

The last time I saw John was when his children were very young and went to St. Sebastian School. I remember very well, the beautiful joy and warm sense of hospitality that he and his family extended to all that they came in contact with. Know that my prayers and sympathy are with you during this time!

SUSAN KOHLER, Friend

November 5, 2020

I worked for Ohio Edison/First Energy for 37 years. I knew John for most of that time. I remember volunteering with him at the Men & Women's Club Corn Roast and that was a lot of years ago. He did love to dance, he hardly left the floor. I didn't directly work with him, but I think everyone in that time period knew John. My sincere sympathy to you and his family. He won't easily be forgotten.

Frank Csipke

November 5, 2020

Rest in Peace my dear friend, I will miss you terribly. Be assured that I will think of you on November 29th every year, and remember all the great times we had.

Virginia Hill

November 5, 2020

RIP John. You were always so pleasant to chat with. Your Ohio Edison friend.

Jason Segedy

November 5, 2020

Dan, Jonn, Lisa, and Maryanne, I'm so very sorry for your great loss. Your Dad/Husband was truly one of the most friendly, kind, and wonderful people that I've ever met. Knowing what a good and honorable life he led is perhaps one of the only things that makes times like this possible to bear. I have always great admired all of you, and how close and loving your family is. My prayers are with you in your time of grief, and my heart aches for each one of you.

Sue Mazzone

November 5, 2020

I did not know John but know John's son Johnny , his wife Patty and children. John has posted pictures on Facebook and only too happy to see his beautiful pictures if such a loving man, his wife and family. May he rest in peace. God bless.

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