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Cecil - Richard L. Cota, age 83 of Cecil, passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the son of Louis and Charlotte (Borchert) Cota, born on May 5, 1937. Richard had an older sister, Beverly Antzak and a brother David (Karen) Cota. After high school he enlisted in the United States Air Force for 4 years. After discharge he worked at Fort Howard Paper in Green Bay. Richard married Kay Meyer in March of 1960. He moved to Cloverleaf Lakes and married Noreen Wentz on April 4, 1992. They enjoyed many years of traveling and entertaining at the lake. He enjoyed spending time with family, boating, and water skiing.
He leaves behind a wife of 28 years, Noreen; children, Tim (Nora) Cota, Troy (Leslie) Cota, and Michelle (Rick) Knesebeck; step-children, Deb Wentz, Dan Wentz, John Slimp, and Duane (Beth) Wentz; grandchildren, Kathryn (Brian) Wolf, Hannah Knesebeck, Chandler Knesebeck, Christina (Brian) Berg, Ashley (Andy) Cota Smudde, Erica (Ryan) Miller, and Brian (Brianna) Cota; great-grandchildren, Adrianna Atkinson, Cameron Cota-Vaughan, Scarlet, Delilah, and Fiona Berg; and brother, David (Karen) Cota; he is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; grandchild, Nickolas Knesebeck; and sister, Beverly Antzak.
A funeral service will be held for Richard at noon on Friday, August 21, 2020, at Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano with Rev. John Anderson officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen Cemetery in Oconto. Visitation will be held on Friday at the funeral home from 10:00 am until the time of service.
Richard's family would like to thank the staff and nurses at ThedaCare Hospice for the compassionate care they have provided.
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Scott Z Marchant
August 21, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ron Anderson
August 21, 2020
Our condolences Doreen and family. I enjoyed working with Coot at the Fort. Many good memories.
Ron & Deloris Anderson
Kevin, Michelle, Nathaniel, Wilder, Zachary & Violet
August 19, 2020
Dear Noreen, Tim, Troy, Michelle, Christina, Brian & families,
We were saddened to hear of Dick's passing. We share our sympathies and prayers for God's peace and comfort for you all. I'll always remember Dick's zeal for good, generous conversation while enjoying time with his friends and family. We unfortunately cannot attend Dick's service due to our family vacation, but send our very best to you all.
love and prayers, the Kevin & Michelle Smith family
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