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Melinda Cotton Obituary
1977 ~ 2012
Melinda LeeAnn Cotton entered into peace at her home in Bountiful on Friday May 4, 2012. She was born in Phoenix AZ November 8, 1977, to Joseph Cotton and Sheryl Rice. Melinda emulated Christ through self-less love and service to everyone. Melinda faced many physical challenges but she was always known for laughing, joking, and cheering up those around her. She was always committed to help those less fortunate and vulnerable by serving at Head Start, homeless shelters, and group homes for the mentally disabled.
Melinda is Survived by her father Joseph Cotton; mother and stepfather Sheryl and John Rice; brother Joe and his wife Emily and their two children Sam and Eva; her brother Nathanael and his wife Kaylene and their three children Tate, Kennady, and Charlie; her sister Michelle; her adopted son and daughter Eliseo and Tanya; grandparents and the other people she "adopted" as family: and her beloved little dog Eddie.
In lieu of flowers contributions can be made under the Melinda Cotton Donation Fund at any Zions Bank location. Melinda Cotton Memorial Facebook page has been created for comments.
A memorial service will be held on the evening of May 26, 2012 at a private residence please email [email protected] for information on the service.
To all her family and friends a tender message she wrote to her mother in 2004
"Please subdue the anguish of your soul. Nobody is destined only to happiness or to pain. The wheel of life takes me up and down by turn. "
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Memories and Condolences
for Melinda Cotton
Brooke Lee Zitting
February 27, 2021
I lost track with Ging a long time ago. I didn’t know. But had suspected for some time. I feel her around, you know? Advocating on my behalf with a powerful staff. Such ache. I’m so sorry. Please reach out.
Jamie Wuthrich
May 7, 2019
Its still feels like yesterday. Im sorry
Kim (Burningham) DeMoux
May 29, 2012
Cotton Family,
I was so sad to hear about your loss. I have so many great childhood memories with Melinda. Her smile hasn't changed since we were kids and it is still just as contagious.
allie Diamond
May 21, 2012
It is with great sadness that I read of Melissa's passing. She endured so much in her short life. May she be at peace.
May 17, 2012
Dear Joe,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss and grieve with you and your family. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
With love,
Chris
Jamie Wuthrich
May 15, 2012
There will never be anyone like her.
Carmen Guzman
May 15, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Melindas passing. I worked with her at Head Start for a couple of years before she quit. She never let anything get her down and no one could break her spirit. My thought ans prayers are with you and the family at this time.
Colleen Kelley
May 14, 2012
Sherry and John:
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Sincerely,
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