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Catherine Cottle Obituary
COTTLE CATHERINE ANN COTTLE (Age 50) Died peacefully at her home on August 13, 2010, after a long illness. She is survived by her two sisters, Linda Cottle Zack and Susan Cottle Ippolito, two nephews and one niece, Robert Ippolito, Andrew Zack, and Amy Ippolito, and her precious dog, Bella. She leaves behind many good friends and relatives who loved her and will miss her beautiful spirit. Cathy was born in Nuremberg, Germany and called many places home as the daughter of a US Army officer. Eventually settling in the DC area, she attended Thomas Jefferson High School and graduated from George Mason University. Cathy loved to travel and did so extensively as an executive at Expovision, Inc., where she worked until 2002. She served on the board of directors of the Alexandria YMCA and was a consultant with the charitable organization, Training Futures. Cathy''s love for animals and children was boundless and she will be remembered for her kind heart, her unselfish willingness to give her time, energy, and love to others, and for the deep connections she made with everyone she touched. A memorial service will be held in her honor at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Fairfax at 2709 Hunter Mill Road, Oakton, VA on Tuesday, August 17 at 5:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to HART (Homeless Animals Rescue Team) of Fairfax Station, VA.
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Jeanine Overgaard Larson
May 12, 2018
My sympathies go out to all Cathy's family and friends. I just came across her obituary and am so saddened. May God and His angels Bless her in Heaven.
Emerald Island, NC ~ Sunset
Laura Ann Krewatch Likshis
June 15, 2011
Cathy, I too think of you often, and your entire family! I would love to be contacted by Linda, that would mean so much to me!
I also have a new email...I have another entry with a great poem & photos, dated under October 8, 2010.
Prayers to our Dearest Cathy,
And Her family!
Best Regards, Laura Ann
June 14, 2011
Today I looked for Cathy on Facebook, and was directed to her Obituary. She was my boss over 20 years ago at a travel agency. She was so sweet and kind to me, that I have never forgotten her. I am so saddened that she passed away. I was looking forward to reconnecting with her. I give my deepest sympathy to her family.
Sincerely, Michele Hartman
Jayson Vance
December 10, 2010
I dated Cathy 20 years ago and am shocked and deeply saddened by this. She was a beautiful woman with the kindest heart you can imagine. I'm in a state of shock right now.
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Shelley and Susan
November 26, 2010
...we miss you severly, and think of you every day.
Tom Lyons
November 13, 2010
I only met Cathy after she was very ill. She was a pleasure to be around and even in her own pain and discomfort was concerned and caring of others. I appreciate having had the opportunity to meet and appreciate her as a wonderful person.
I’m Lifting You In Prayer
Laura Ann Krewatch-Likshis
October 8, 2010
I’m Lifting You In Prayer
When your burdens are heavy & When you walk through fire, And I am praying…
That you will receive God’s grace from above ~ And know His presence is at your side ~ As Cathy will always be as well...
Please know you are never alone
Love supports you & Prayer joins us together ~ Always…
She is in Peace ~ Always...
Laura Ann Krewatch-Likshis
October 8, 2010
I am so saddened to hear this news. The "Cottle Girls" were friends of mine & my sister Nancy ~ in Edsall Park. School, Brownies, Girl-Scouts, so many memories, I can see it all, the summers we loved so much...
I can remember the 4-some of Cathy, Nancy ~ then Linda & I.
We were broken hearted when they moved, along with their entire family.
Then enlightened when they moved back. Please know she "did walk the walk" as someone said earlier, that seemed to be the best thing to say. May she rest in peace, I will never forget her, I just found out...
All My Love & Prayers...
To The Entire Family...
Scott Stapleton
August 24, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Mary Beth Rainey
August 20, 2010
I am so sad to hear of Cathy's passing. She was one of my best friends in high school and college - we were roommates at Va Tech for a short time. Cathy was such a great person and I am so sad that after college we spent little time together. We did get together for high school reunions but we let too many years pass without being in touch. I'm not surprised to read about her special dog, Bella, she was crazy about her dog, Carly, in college. The thing that I will remember most that made Cathy such a special person was when we were seniors in high school and the kindess she showed my brother. He was a freshman and had his jaws wired because he had a tumor removed from his jaw. He didn't know anyone at school because we went to Catholic school until high school. My brother would sit with us at lunch and although he could barely eat or talk, Cathy made sure to make him feel welcomed and a part of our group. She was nicer to him than I was. My brother never forgot the kindness she showed while most teenagers were not very kind. Cathy and my brother sent each other birthday cards for years. I lost my brother to cancer 11 years ago and Cathy came to the funeral and we talked about how special she was to him. Cathy was special to so many of us - my heart goes out to her family.
Rest in Peace, Cathy... Till we all meet again.
Gary Cain
August 18, 2010
I knew Cathy from Edsal Park Elementary. We lived in the same neighborhood for awhile and shared a grade or two together. Life didn't grant me the opportunity to get to know her more through the years but she is one of the 'few' whose genuine and loving personalities have stood prominately inside of my mind throughout the years.
Tears of sadness fill my eyes as I ponder the sensation of loss that her family and close friends must be feeling. But there is also a smile of faith and hope that someday I will still get the chance to know her better when we meet again in Heaven.
Kathy Allrid Jardine
August 18, 2010
Cathy, an angel amongst us on Earth. And now, an angel in Heaven watching over us all. Her sweet soul and kind heart will be missed by all of us who knew her. God has very special plans for our sweet Cathy. My deepest of sympathies go out to Linda and Susie and their families. May you find comfort and peace in knowing she is with our Lord and is no longer suffering. She is now your guardian angel. I will keep you in my prayers. God Bless.
Elizabeth
August 18, 2010
Dear Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is both heavy and happy as I think of Cathy. Heavy because I will miss her, but happy because I had the privilege and pleasure of knowing her. The world is a better place for Cathy's having been in it. I'm a better person for having known her. I'm praying for all of you during this sad time.
Terry O'Neill
August 16, 2010
Cathy was a vibrant, loving person who will be dearly missed. We consider ourselves lucky to have known her. Our hearts go out to her sisters and her beloved dog.
With love, Terry & Debbie O'Neill & family
Janet S.
August 16, 2010
Myself and many others recently lost a real jewel. Her name is Cathy Cottle. I first met Cathy 17 years ago when I visited her sister Linda's home. Cathy was at that time the world traveler and she infected me with her zest for life. Her wit, good natured humor, and down to earth personality made me an instant admirer. I have seen Cathy off and on during the past 17 years. As the years went by I learned more about the depth of her heart and soul--I realized that she was a very, very sensitive person. That sensitivity translated into her extraordinary caring for everybody and everything that crossed her path. Being an angel was part of her nature. Nothing could shake that attribute.
I talked to Cathy during the last months of her illness and she was so very courageous. She understood that she was in a fight for her life yet she never dwelled on it. She relished in telling me stories of her sisters, her parents. her nephews and niece, and of course Bella. Bella, the dog she saved and nursed back to life, Cathy and Bella were inseparable-it was due to both of their natures. Cathy is now free of her suffering. Her spirit will always dance around those of us who knew and loved her. To all of Cathy's family I express my heartfelt sympathies. She, like Linda said, is in a better place and I know that she would want us to continue to live our lives with the same zest, love and compassion that she lived hers. I consider myself a very fortunate person because I knew Cathy Cottle. I will never forget her.
Sharon Weinberg
August 16, 2010
She will be forever in our hearts. May you be consoled by the sweet memories of your precious Cathy.
Katie
August 16, 2010
Cathy was a unique person. She once gave me a gift, which I still use. Even though it has been several years since I have seen her, because of her kind heart and unique gift, I thought of her often. My thoughts may now be a little sadder, but my heart will always be happy that God granted me the opportunity to know Cathy. May she rest in peace. Katie
Pat Gardner
August 16, 2010
With deepest sympathy.
August 16, 2010
My family was all together when we received the sad news. We shared what a sweet and loving person Cathy was. She made everyone smile. Rest in Peace our Friend. Diane, Sebastian, FL
Michael Scott
August 15, 2010
Rest In Peace, sincerest condolences.
Joe
August 15, 2010
Her obituary clearly supports that she is one that walked the walk. That is how I remember her from High School. She cared about others as much as herself. She left too early as I'm sure she had more to give to the world.
August 15, 2010
My family and I would like to express our sincere condolences to all of the families and friends of Cathy. May she rest in peace.
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