Anthony James-Devante Cottrell

Anthony James-Devante Cottrell June 20, 1993 - June 25, 2009 Resident of Concord Anthony was taken to be with the Lord too soon, just after celebrating his sixteenth birthday. The lymphoma and leukemia that invaded his body last year could not be stopped, despite his courageous fight and determination. He is survived by his mother and father Tiffany and Mike, brother Christopher, grandmother DeDe, great grandparents Lynn and Bill, and great-great grandmother Myrtle Backus. Throughout his young life, he was always high spirited and loved getting attention. A real boy, there was little that he enjoyed more than going very fast on his skateboard, bicycle, ATV, or dirtbike. Even as a toddler, Anthony showed natural abilities with tools of all kinds and his mechanical talents grew as the years progressed. The family gives special thanks to the teams of doctors and nurses at Children's Hospital and UCSF Hospital for their dedicated efforts and personal care they gave Anthony in his months of need. When medicine and science became ineffective, the hospice at George Mark Children's Home welcomed him to a tender and loving resting place, and the family is deeply indebted to everyone there. The affection and support of all Anthony's friends was extremely helpful throughout his illness, and particularly fond appreciation is given to Jennifer, Darryl, and all the Sabo family. Interment will be at 11 AM on July 7, 2009 at the Rolling Hills Memorial Park in El Sobrante. There will be a Celebration of Life following, for family and friends.