Christopher Michael Cotter Sr.

Christopher Michael Cotter Sr.

Christopher Cotter Obituary

Published by The New Haven Register from Jan. 2 to Jan. 3, 2013.
COTTER, CHRISTOPHER MICHAEL Mr. Christopher Michael Cotter, Sr., 46, of Charlotte, NC, passed away on Monday, December 24, 2012 at home. Mr. Cotter was born on June 3, 1966 in New Haven, CT, son to John and Margaret Cotter. He was a loving and devoted, husband, father, son, brother and friend to all and will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Survivors include his beloved wife, Tracy Cotter; sons, Christopher Cotter, Jr. and Griffin Cotter, all of Charlotte; parents, John and Margaret Cotter of N. Branford, CT; and by two brothers and one sister. Mass will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2012 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis Catholic Church on Ferry Street, New Haven, CT. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the Christopher Cotter Memorial Fund, established at Wells Fargo Bank in care of Tracey Cotter. Arrangements are in the care of Heritage Funeral Home, Weddington Chapel. An online guestbook is available at www.heritagecares.net

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January 23, 2013

Cathey Hooper posted to the memorial.

January 7, 2013

Sue Brennan posted to the memorial.

January 5, 2013

janice ruggiero posted to the memorial.

Cathey Hooper

January 23, 2013

I just learned of Chris' death. You and your family are in my prayers.

Sue Brennan

January 7, 2013

Tracy, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you

janice ruggiero

January 5, 2013

Deepest sympathy to the entire Cotter family and friends of Chris. So very sorry for your loss

Elizabeth Leahy

January 5, 2013

To the Cotter family My Love and Heartfelt Sympathy I am so very sorry for your loss

Mike Quamma

January 4, 2013

With a heavy heart I offer my condolences to the Cotter Family.

Beverly Davis

January 4, 2013

Deepest condolences to you and your family may the love of family & friends comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.

Kevin and Linda (Marottolo) O'Donnell

January 4, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Keep your memories close to your heart because they will help you get through the rough times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Romeline Young

January 4, 2013

My deepest sympathy is with your family in this your time of grieving. May God's peace surround you in your time of grief. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

January 3, 2013

I'll never forget his smile or what a good friend he was. The song is over.....Rest in Peace.

Eileen Mulqueen Ludington

January 3, 2013

My prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Cherish your memories. Much love and peace

Melissa Yates

January 3, 2013

May the memories of Christopher last forever in your hearts.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melissa Yates

January 3, 2013

Your family has been in our thoughts and prayers. Debbie Weyel and family

Tom and Laura Zampano

January 2, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Evangeline Sifford

January 2, 2013

May God keep you in the palm of his hand during this difficult time. May Chris rest in peace.

Moe Jenkins

January 2, 2013

Tracy,

Deepest condolences to you and your family. Chris was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed.

Pamela Pitt

January 1, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family. God bless you in this most difficult time.

Johnson Chie

January 1, 2013

Tracy, Chris, & Griffin,

I am in deep shocked and saddened hearing of Chris passing. He will be deeply missed. A great friend, co- worker and a great father!
Missed you Chris!
You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

The Chie family

Tim Burdick

December 31, 2012

Chris was a good man who will be missed by all who's life he touched. While I never had the opportunity to meet Chris's family, I felt like I knew them by Chris's loving descriptions and proud stories he told about them. May god be with you, Tracy, Christopher, and Griffin. May your hearts heal, and may Chris rest in peace.

Helen Taylor

December 31, 2012

My deepest sympathies to the Cotter family. May god give you strength and solace during these times.

Karen & Casey Anderson

December 30, 2012

We are heartbroken by this. We hope you find some solace this week with your family and old friends. We are here for you in all ways. Do know that we treasure how Chris helped the kids and cannot imagine not seeing him again.

An old NB schoolmate

December 30, 2012

God Bless...

December 29, 2012

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Virginia Fabre-Hernandez

December 29, 2012

Tracy, I'm so sorry to hear about Chris' passing. I will pray for you and your sons. May you find some comfort in the thought that Chris is with God now.

The Elliott Family

December 29, 2012

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Joann Puchalski

December 29, 2012

May the lord bless your family in your time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

St. Matthew Elementary, Tyson Family

December 28, 2012

Our daughter is in 4th Grade at St. Matthew with Griffin. There are no words to express our deepest sympathy for your family. We pray that God will bless you and your family and give you comfort during this time of deep sorrow.

Holly & Brian Casper

December 28, 2012

Tracy, Chris and Griffin you all are in our thoughts and prayers we are very sadden for your loss. We know how proud you Dad was of you boys.

Kristy and Ashley Hunsucker

December 28, 2012

Tracy,Christopher and Griffin,

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Chris. He was such a loveable and thoughtful person and we enjoyed living next door to you guys some time ago. Ashley and I had been enjoying keeping up with him over Facebook over the past few years. He always had a good recap of a Panthers Game for which I will miss reading! Also, I enjoyed watching the Boys grow up from all of his pictures! May God's love embrace you in this awful time. With much love,

December 28, 2012

Tracy, Christopher and Griffin, We will keep you in our prayers. Our deepest sympathy. Mary Gerard and Patrick O'shea

December 28, 2012

Dear Tracy, Chris and Griffin,
I am so sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I was very saddened to hear of Chris' passing and hope you are able to remember all the wonderful times you all have had and it helps ease your loss.
Sincerely,
Hilary Northrup- Hawk Ridge

Deb Knighten

December 28, 2012

Tracy, I am praying for you and the boys and all those close to Chris who loved him and will miss him. Chris was a good man for whom I had much respect.

Jim, Karen Brzycki

December 28, 2012

Tracy, Chris and Griffin, We are very sad for your terrible loss. You will all remain in our thoughts and prayers.

LaShonda Adams

December 28, 2012

Tracy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys during this difficult time.

Gregg, Jodi, Connor, Rachel Fields

December 28, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

David Poulton

December 28, 2012

To Tracy, Chris, and Griffin. I was stunned and saddened to hear of Chris' passing. You have my deepest sympathy and prayers. - from Chris' friend at ESPN in Charlotte.

The Ballard Family

December 28, 2012

Tracy, Chris, and Griffin -- We were saddened to learn of Chris' passing. Our hearts are broken over the loss of such a nice man, great neighbor, and devoted husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randy, Lauren, Connor, and Griffin

December 27, 2012

My heart goes out to you and your boys.

December 27, 2012

Tracy, Chris, and Griffin, You are in our thoughts and prayers. There are no words to tell you how sorry we are for your loss. - your Cousin Cyndie (Andy and family)

Mary Radowych

December 27, 2012

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Susan CizMadia

December 27, 2012

Dear Tracy. Chris and Griffin,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine your pain.. Our dear Lord will carry you through this time. God bless all of you.
Sincerely,
The CizMadia's-part of your MACS family

Kwolyk family

December 27, 2012

May God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Chris will be deeply missed by all.

The Sprengers

December 27, 2012

There are no words to convey how hard this time is for your family. Please know we are praying for for you all in your time of loss.

The Piatko Family

December 27, 2012

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. Our daughter Grace Piatko is in the 4th grade with Griffin at St. Matthews.

Lee Zimmerley

December 27, 2012

Tracy, Chris, and Griff, my heart goes out to each of you. I know how hard this is, and I also know that there are no words to comfort you. Please know that I am available to help if you need it.

Eva and Hal Scharfstein

December 27, 2012

Our deepest sympathies to the Cotter family.

Kathleen Beaudette

December 27, 2012

I was so saddened to hear of Chris' passing. My sincere sympathies to all of the Cotter family. I know you will miss Chris more than we can imagine but be heartened that he is at peace.

Jack Zentmeyer

December 27, 2012

I never had the pleasure of meeting Micheal, but I did work with Tracy at Wells Fargo. I'm so sorry for your loss...my prayers are with the family.

The Small's

December 27, 2012

Tracy, Chris & Griff, Our hearts are shattered at Chris' passing. You have our loving support at this horrible time. How we will miss Chris' kindness to and patience with the neighborhood children. Seeing him play ball with the boys always made us smile.

Debbie Barrios

December 27, 2012

To the Cotter family - So sorry to hear about the passing of Chris. My thoughts and prayers are with you

Debbie

Becky Bonjour

December 27, 2012

I am very sorry for your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Imelda Soto

December 27, 2012

I was very saddened to hear about Chris' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the Cotter family during this very difficult time.

Susan Lane

December 27, 2012

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Chris' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debra Pizzello

December 27, 2012

To the Cotter family, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and father. Please know you are all in my prayers. I am truly sorry.

Robin Burris

December 27, 2012

Tracy, I'm keeping you and your family in my prayers. I can't imagine what you are going through; I hope it helps, in some small way, to know that others are thinking of you and praying for you.

May God give you strength and peace.

Jacquelyne Forbes

December 27, 2012

Mrs. Cotter and Chris and Griffin,
I am so sorry for your loss and will hold you in my prayers and heart.

Linda Wentzel

December 27, 2012

You have my deepest sympathy during this time. May you find comfort knowing that Chris has reached his final home and will be with you always in your memories and your hearts.

December 27, 2012

Tracy, I was so very sorry to hear about Chris' passing. He was a great person and very easy to work with. Please know that you and your boys and yourextended families are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mary Donahey

Patricia

December 27, 2012

Tracy, Christopher and Griffin: My prayers and love to you at this time. Know that our Heavenly Father has you in His Care. He is the "I AM" God and whatever you need Him to be, He is that for you. Love you.

Tabitha

December 27, 2012

Tracy and family,
My deepest sympathy to you. May God give you peace and comfort during this time.

December 27, 2012

Tracy, Christopher and Griffin, my deepest sympathy - Pennye

Sandra

December 27, 2012

My deepest sympathy to Chris's family. May you find comfort in God's loving embrace.

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