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Gerard Cotter Obituary
Hopkinton, MA. formerly New York - Gerard J. Cotter, 76, of Hopkinton, MA. and a former New York resident, passed away Friday, August 12, 2011 at the Metrowest Medical Center in Framingham, MA. Born in Boston, he was the son of the late Edward and Mary (Sheehan) Cotter.
A Marine Corp Veteran, Gerard was a member of AA for over 40 years and had worked as a counselor in the field of addiction. He was avid lover of golf, life and people.
He is survived by his children, Angela Palmer of Hopkinton, Thomas Cotter of Natick, Elisa and Leah Hirsch-Cotter of New York; 2 siblings, Jimmy
Cotter and Irene Polito and 4 grandchildren. He is predeceased by 2 children, Jerry and Greg Cotter and 3 siblings, Mary, Thomas and Edward.
Memorial Visitation Services will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2011 from 2-4p.m. at the Chesmore Funeral Home of Hopkinton. www.ChesmoreFuneralHome.com
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john david
August 18, 2011
Jerry my dear friend, Rest easy.
You meant so much to me.
I'll miss you,
John
Jim Lauletta
August 18, 2011
Jerry was my Obi-Wan Kenobi, as I affectionately called him "Jerry-Wan". For he shared all the knowledge and wisdom I needed to become the clean and sober man I am today. In the last 3 years, Jerry helped me realize my self-worth, inner strength and my purpose in life today: to stay sober, help others and bring joy to as many people I can just as he did. My heart broke when I heard the news of his passing, but was also in a way relieved knowing he wasn't suffering anymore. God, what a brave and selfless man he was. May I express my deepest sympathies, thoughts and well wishes to his family during this difficult time. Jerry was and IS loved by so many people. I will miss him DEEPLY and I am so proud to have called him counselor, teacher and friend. Jim Lauletta
Chris Doyon
August 16, 2011
Jerry was very influential, probably the most influential person in my recovery from drug addiction. He had a very special and irreplaceable touch for making you feel appreciated and responsible and loved all in one statement! He will be greatly missed but always remembered with love, respect, and appreciation by myself and everyone whoever new or worked with him. The world (and especially Right-turn)has a huge void which will be hard to fill!
DanaSky Faison
August 16, 2011
Jerry was like a second father to me! He was always encouraging Leah and I to follow are dreams and dance! You're gonna be missed Pops!!
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Ernie Kapopoulos
August 16, 2011
Jerry, ever gentle and kind, will be sorely missed by this fellow golfer and fellowship member. He won some of my cash many times, but then would buy breakfast. His familiar words, 'thanks Babe', always brought a smile to my face. My deepest condolences, to Angie and all of his family.
ned coen
August 16, 2011
angie, and family - so sorry to hear about jerry- our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family -- ned & sue coen
Jennifer Deland
August 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of grief. Jerry was a friend to many, and he will be missed.
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