Search by Name

Search by Name

Catherine Cotter Obituary

COTTER, CATHERINE M., 86 formerly of Frederick Street, Rumford died Tuesday, April 12, 2011 at the Philip Hulitar Hospice Center. She was the wife of the late Edward A. Cotter Jr. She was born in North Smithfield a daughter of the late William E. and Catherine F. (Howard) Taft. Mrs. Cotter was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the D.A.V. and a communicant of St. Margaret Church. She leaves one son, Edward A. "Ted" Cotter III and his wife Bonnie; one brother, Donald Taft and three grandchildren, Brigit Rose, Hannah Colleen and Liam Austin Cotter. She was the sister of the late Leslie Guertin, Charles, Howard, Thomas, Edward, Robert and Harry Taft. Her funeral will be held on Saturday at 9:00 A.M. from the PERRY-McSTAY FUNERAL HOME, 2555 Pawtucket Avenue, East Providence with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. in St. Margaret Church, Pawtucket Avenue. Burial will be in Mt. St. Mary Cemetery. Her life will be celebrated on Friday from 5-8pm. In lieu of flowers contributions to Home & Hospice Care of RI would be appreciated.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Providence Journal on Apr. 14, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Catherine Cotter

Not sure what to say?





Linda Brown

April 17, 2011

I am sorry for your loss. When Mr. Cotter was in Evergreen, Mrs. Cotter would often come to have lunch with him. I used to look forward to those visits. She was a wonderful woman and she will be missed.

Caroline Snyder

April 15, 2011

Ted, Bonnie and Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Mrs. Cotter was more than a friend to me. She was like my second Mother. Love you all. Caroline Snyder
See you in heaven Mom.

Diane Gladu

April 15, 2011

Remeber your mom and dad kindly from Evergreen House Health Center. Sending my sincerest condolences to your family Diane Gladu LPN

Carlos DeFreitas

April 15, 2011

Ted and Bonnie, May the Lord comfort you in this time. I will always remember Mrs. C as a strong, passionate, faithful woman. She made everyone around her a better person by her wisdom and inspiration. I am sure God has a very special place for her.

Bob Gehan

April 14, 2011

Ted, Bonnie and Family, I am really sorry to hear about your Mom passing away. The world will be a lonlier place without her. She was an awesome friend and will be truly missed!!! Her faith was an inspiration to everyone whose lives she touched. I wish I had kept in touch with her more than I had. She was very special to me. I have rarely met anyone who was so friendly, kind and loving to a stranger such as I when I first met her. When Cailey and I came to visit you, she was like a second mother to us even though we had not known each other very long. We will keep you and her in our prayers. God Bless You! We miss you!
Bob and Cailey Gehan

April 14, 2011

Mr. & Mrs. Cotteer,

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mom was very special
to me and I loved visiting her every week. She will be missed.
Denise Cinquegrana
Hospice Volunteer

Lynch Family

April 14, 2011

Ted, Bonnie and family,
You are in our prayers. God bless you during this time of sorrow and loss. We will miss your mom. She held a special place in our hearts. Her stong faith is an example to us all. May she rest in peace.

Alan Berry

April 14, 2011

Ted and family,
Though I was not priveleged to know Catherine, you description of both her life and her passing to eternal life, has touched my heart. May the Peace of the Lord Christ go with you!

Sally Binegar

April 14, 2011

Ted, Bonnie and Family,
We lost a special woman and gained a special angel. Aunt Kay will be our special guardian forever. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. May the light of Christ shine upon her and may she rest in peace.

Binegar Family

Caldarone Family

April 14, 2011

Ted, Bonnie and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she rest in peace.

Showing 1 - 10 of 10 results

Make a Donation
in Catherine Cotter's name

Memorial Events
for Catherine Cotter

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Catherine's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Catherine Cotter's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more