Billy J. Cotton Obituary
We bid farewell to Billy J. Cotton (Jacksonville, Texas), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 9, 2025 at the age of 97. Billy touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Billy J. Cotton to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bessie Cotton and James Walter Cotton; his wife Virginia; and his siblings, Melba Chambless, J. W. Cotton, Jr. and Walton Cotton.
He is survived by: his children, Gary (Carolyn Cotton) and Ginger (Magin La Grave); and his grandchildren, Clinton, Curtis and Lauren. He is also survived by nine great-grandchildren; and a host of loving family and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 14th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Richland Cemetery.
Rather than traditional condolences, the family requests donations be made to Hospice of East Texas at 4111 University Blvd, Tyler, Texas 75703 or http://www.hospiceofeasttexas.org.
