JAMIE RUTH HATHCOCK COTTON

Jamie Ruth Hathcock Cotton, 52, of Daytona Beach was surrounded by family and friends when united with God after a brave battle on Saturday, March 20, 2010. A 6:00pm gathering and a 7:30pm memorial service will be held in her honor on April 9, 2010 at the Baggett and Summers Chapel of the Lohman Funeral Homes, with Pastor Dan Proctor officiating. Jamie was born in Manchester, Tennessee and grew up in Miami, Florida. She married her high school sweetheart in 1979 who would be her soul mate and partner in life for over 30 years. Jamie dedicated her talents to the field of Law. She worked for the Honorable William A. Parsons for 17 years while he was in practice and later for Rotstein & Shiffman. Jamie was a beautiful soul who loved life and lived for the happiness of her family. Jamie was the very essence of compassion. She never put herself before others. She would often go out of her way to reach those who were in need and never expected anything in return. With a smile that would light up a room, Jamie exuded so much love to everyone around her. Her first impression was always a lasting one. As an avid animal lover, Jamie enjoyed spending time at the beach, reading, and embracing family activities. She will best be remembered for upbeat, positive, unselfish nature and generous open heart to all. She was a mother, a daughter, a wife, a sister, a friend, an inspirational role model, and most importantly a wonderful person. Her parents-in-law and father, Joseph B. Hathcock preceded her in passing and she leaves behind to cherish her memory her beloved husband, John Cotton; loving daughter, Lindsey Cotton; eldest son, Specialist Michael Cotton US Army and wife, Nichole Cotton; her baby boy, Tyler Cotton; her mother and step-father, Jo and Sidney Syna; 2 grandchildren, Jayden and Jordyn Cotton; her brother, Joe Hathcock; her sister and best friend, Tammy Layman and husband, Jay Layman; 2 nephews, PJ and Ricky Fernandez; brother and sister in law, Bobby and Rosemary Cotton; special family friends, Kim Hathcock and Brittany Eister; and many close and loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made to the Jamie Cotton for the Cure account. This money will help fund Lindsey and Brittany in the 2010 Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer 3-Day walk. Last year, they walked in honor of Jamie and her battle. This year, they walk in her memory, to keep the fight alive and spread awareness. Please contact Brittany at (386)295-0265 for information regarding how to donate. Lohman Funeral Home Baggett and Summers Funeral Home. Condolences for the family may be shared at www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com