Bruce Cotellis Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Bruce Cotellis in Bradenton, Florida. Bruce, born on December 10, 1949 in Islip, New York, passed away on October 19, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Bruce Cotellis to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Bruce for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Bruce’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Thelma Cotellis and George Cotellis. He is survived by: his daughters, Laurin Orr and Kelley Pickens-Cotellis; his grandchildren, Addison and Caroline Orr; and his siblings, George, Andy Cotellis and Mary Anne MacDonald. He is also survived by his daughters and granddaughters, and Denise Witham, the mother of his daughters.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 14th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Brown & Sons Funeral Homes & Crematory - 43rd St. Chapel (604 43rd St W, Bradenton, FL 34209).
In lieu of flowers: Please donate to the Humane Society of Manatee County.
