Christopher Warren Cottie

COTTIE, CHRISTOPHER WARREN, passed away 6/6/04. He was born in Tampa. He attended Coconut Grove Elementary, then moved to Miami Beach in the late 60's when he began to play drums. By the time he graduated from Miami Beach High in '71 he had already played in several garage bands, including ZOUNDS. Over the next several years, he played in numerous bands before relocating to Nova Scotia. During the 70's he was the drummer for Icarus , a band that became popular throughout Nova Scotia. In the 70's Chris became the tour drummer for David Allen Coe ("Take This Job and Shove it") before returning to Miami's music scene as drummer for "The Eat". During the mid-80's , he went back to school earning his Bachelors from Barry University and obtaining a teaching certificate. He undertook a significant change of direction, shifting from rock & roll drummer to educator. He later earned a Master's from St. Thomas University in counseling and was employed as a Guidance Counselor at Robert Renick Educational Center. Having a day job didn't weaken his love for music - he played locally with a band called "The Hell Razors". Chris touched many lives through his music, his second career as a teacher, as a friend, colleague, lover and mentor. He was a totally devoted son to his mother Johanna, who predeceased him 7 months ago. Chris was also a spirited UM and Dolphins fan, known forever to the Upper Deck Crazies as "Thank You Jesus". Chris loved animals, dogs especially, and was always ready to adopt a stray or abandoned dog. Chris is survived by the love of his life Susan Holloway, a wide circle of friends, and his dogs Dagwood, Coco & his cat Squeaky. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Pet Rescue, 3440 NW 191 St., Miami, FL 33056 Arrangements were made by Wintter Funeral home in Hollywood. A memorial service will be held at Two Chefs restaurant, Saturday 6/19 at 5pm 8287 S Dixie Hwy, 67 Ave (Ludlum Rd) & US 1 (305) 663-2100. To visit this Guest Book Online, go to www.herald.com/obituaries.