Obituary for Gary Dean Cottingham (Guest book)

A candle was lit by Regina hickss on July 6, 2015 3:15 AM

Message from Melissa Padgett

April 1, 2015 6:05 PM

Thinking of The family of Mrs. Rita and her children. I'm sorry for ur loss I love u all. Dearly

A candle was lit by Melissa Padgett on April 1, 2015 6:00 PM

Message from Jocelyn

March 30, 2015 9:53 PM

Family From my own personal experiences what brought me comfort was finding out that God is the creator and source of life and therefore he is capable and promises to restore life to those that have passed away. He would never cause you pain by taking your loves one away (pslams 36:9, Acts 17:25). God has resurrected humans in the past and yearns to do so in the future. He hates death and views it as the enemy and he will conquer the enemy and undo death by means of the resurrection. (1 corinthians 15:26, 1 Corinthians 15:56, Job 14:15, Acts 25:15) and Revelation 21:3,4)

Because I have lost so many friends and family in death, learning the truth as to why we die and where my dead loved ones are and whats in stored for them in the future has brought me comfort. My freedom from fear of death has given me hope that I will be reunited with them.

I sincerely hope this note brings you comfort. If you don't have a bible and would like to see gods promises yourself you can read these scriptures online at www.jw.org.

A candle was lit by Melanie howard on March 30, 2015 6:55 PM

A candle was lit by merdith hilton/ on March 30, 2015 4:41 PM

A candle was lit by AUNT MARION HOWARD on March 30, 2015 11:56 AM

Message from bun grooms

March 30, 2015 11:55 AM

My Heart and Prayers are with u all at this time,,, A lost of a love one is very sad but GOD will help u all ,,, love u all

A candle was lit by bun grooms on March 30, 2015 11:49 AM

Message from Penny Sawyer Waters

March 30, 2015 11:20 AM

Gary was married to my sister for many years. I am saddened to hear of his passing. When I reflect back on memories of days gone by I am reminded of Gary's ability to always see the bright side of things. He was fun loving and was quick to say "look here now" when he needed to get your attention. He also was the first to wrap his arms around you when you needed it. I remember spending time during the summer in S.C. and he was always willing to do whatever I wanted. Most of all when I think of him I am remember how much he loved his family and his girls. He was devoted to all those he loved. My hope is that in all the sorrow you all feel right now that you will remember the great things that made Gary who he was and strive to keep his spirit alive through your love for others and in your actions and deeds as Gary was always there to lend a hand... LIVE, LAUGH, LOVE seems so appropriate when I reflect back on his life. While now it seems so difficult to get past the emptiness you feel in time things will get better. I pray as you move thru these difficult days that you will find peace in knowing he is in a better place. Things will never be the same and defining a new "normal" seems impossible but you will get there. Love and prayers to you all.

Penny S. Waters

A candle was lit by Carolyn Branson on March 30, 2015 11:08 AM

Message from Brian Gerard

March 30, 2015 10:56 AM

I'm gonna miss you old friend. The swamp is where you belong. I will see you again one day and we will visit the cabin together!

A candle was lit by Brian Gerard on March 30, 2015 10:53 AM

A candle was lit by Your baby girl on March 30, 2015 7:49 AM

A candle was lit by Sherry McCubbins Nichols on March 30, 2015 7:27 AM

Message from Missy

March 30, 2015 6:45 AM

Words can not begin to express what my heart is feeling right now. You are my hero in this life. You gave me strength from your strength and now I am lost and I feel so weak with out you here. I thank God for the gift of having the last 5 months to become even closer to you then ever before. You were my rock. I do not know how life will go on but I know it will, yet it will never be the same as for a part of me left with you on 3/28/15 at 912 am. I never will forget what it felt like to feel a heart of gold stop beating, You gave this family many memories, laughs and smiles not to mention the ultimate sacrifice so that you could remain here on earth with us. No matter how hard the battle you never gave up even in the end you continued to fight, You were always there for me no matter what I needed you came to me. You set an example for me of the kind of man I want to love me in this life. I would kill to have a man love me the way you loved Robin and to look at me the way you looked at her with total acceptance and love. You taught me that life is not about what you have it is about who you are and being happy. I never will forget this past November afternoon that I walked into your living room and I was about as broken as one person can get, I never said a word and you stood up and put your arms around me hugged me as tight as you could and I asked you what do I do now and you said to me "sis its time to take care of you for once and be happy" I guess that time has come, as I no longer have you to check on and to care for. I thank God for giving me the time these past few months to spend with you, It was an amazing bond unlike any other I have ever had. I could sit with you for hours and we may never say a word but I knew you thoughts and your needs, we read each others mind. I am so lost Bubba without you. I cry for me not for you because I know you are at peace and there is no more pain and hurt, You are with God in a better place. I kept telling you that once you were better we were going fishing but I guess we will wait and fish in the golden streams at a later time when we meet again. Until then please keep watch over me and hug Big Bubba and Daddy for me. My angel here on earth is now my guardian angel. Rest in peace my Fabio of the Charleston Cancer Center, there will never be another to take your place. I love you Bubba more then words will ever be able to say. One day we will meet again and do the Purple Dance together. With love forever your little sis

A candle was lit by Missy, Merdi, David and Julia on March 30, 2015 6:07 AM

Message from Marlene Parker

March 30, 2015 12:15 AM

Janet so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and the family and be with ya;ll through this and ya;ll feel God's presence. Take care, love to all of ya;ll.

A candle was lit by Daniel and Kelly Pye on March 30, 2015 12:01 AM

A candle was lit by Paul and Marlene Parker. on March 29, 2015 11:59 PM

A candle was lit by Impala Little Messick on March 29, 2015 11:49 PM

Message from Sandra Tribbett

March 29, 2015 11:20 PM

So very sorry for your loss, praying for your family. Godspeed.

A candle was lit by Sandra Tribbett on March 29, 2015 11:18 PM

Message from Connie Faulk

March 29, 2015 10:24 PM

Connie Faulk, Hilary and family know that your memories of him will be forever with you. In time they will all be good memories and sorrow. Rather joy he gave you. This will get you through .

A candle was lit by Hillary Cottingham on March 29, 2015 10:18 PM

A candle was lit by conniefaulk on March 29, 2015 10:13 PM

A candle was lit by Scott, Tracy, and lillian Swiatkowski on March 29, 2015 4:53 PM