Gerald Cotton Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Gerald Cotton of Covington, Louisiana, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 18, 2026 at the age of 86. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald Cotton to pay them a last tribute.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Gerald had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Gerald may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bessie Tallerico and Deward Cotton; his spouse Shirley Anne Acree; and his siblings, Sandra Croucher and Jack Bynum.
He is survived by: his children, Joseph Cotton (Lindsey) and Tracy Cotton; his granddaughters, Haley and Skylar; and his sister Ann Barber. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, brothers- and sisters-in-law, friends.
