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Shawn O'Shay Cotten Sr.

Shawn O'Shay Cotten Sr. obituary, Denham Springs, LA

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Shawn Cotten Obituary

Shawn O'Shay Cotten Sr., a beloved husband, son, father and friend, passed away on March 10, 2014 at the age of 48 years. He is preceded in death by his father Arnell Cotten, brother-in-law Sherman Messer, and father-in-law Michael Lockhart. Survived by his wife Laura Lockhart Cotten; sons Shawn O'Shay Jr. and wife Megan Cotten; Schuyler, Dakotah and Canyon Cotten; granddaughter Kennedy Ann Cotten; mother Betty Cotten Watkins; brothers and sisters-in-law Myron and Sybil Cotten, and Greg and Bobbi Cotten; sister Chena Messer; mother-in-law Anna Lockhart; and 11 nieces and nephews. Shawn was an avid golfer who loved the outdoors. He was a generous donor of several charities and gave selflessly to everyone he knew. He was a visionary and an entrepreneur who had a larger than life personality. Shawn's giving heart, quick sense of humor, and adventurous spirit will never be forgotten. Visitation will be held at First United Pentecostal Church Denham Springs on Thursday at 4:30 pm until time of the service at 7:00 pm; interment with graveside services will be held at Evergreen Memorial Park on Friday at 10:00 am. The family request in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Tupelo Children's Mansion in Tupelo, MS, or Lighthouse Ranch for Boys in Loranger, LA. To sign online guest book visit www.sealefuneral.com

Published by The Advocate from Mar. 12 to Mar. 13, 2014.
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Laura,
My thoughts and prayers are with you today. When I cut Shawn's hair on 2/20/14 we chatted a little and it was easy to see how much he loved his family and how proud he was of y'all. My heart aches for your loss. I will continue to pray for you and yours. Love

Heidi Boothe Fisher

March 15, 2014

We are praying for God to hold you all in this difficult time. Our hearts & daily prayers are with you.

Jeffery & Sheliah Germany Germany

March 15, 2014

Extending my heartfelt condolences to you and your children, Laura, and to the whole Cotten family. There are so many warm memories of Shawn and your boys that I will carry with me for the rest of my days.

John Milton

March 14, 2014

I have great memories of Shawn and the Cotten brothers. Enjoyed many basketball and softball games with them. My prayers are pointed toward the Cotten family today. We serve an all wise God who never makes mistakes. Blessings.

Derald Weber

March 14, 2014

We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Betty Jo and family.

Shirley Ikerd

March 14, 2014

So terribly sorry for your loss. Praying for love, peace, and comfort, and to be joined with you in your prayers.
Your cousin, Lorinda (Bobby's daughter and Luther's brother Albert's granddaughter)

Lorinda Lee

March 13, 2014

Betty Jo, you are in my prayers. My heart aches for all of you. May you have comfort during this difficult time.

Phyllis Whittington

March 13, 2014

Laura, Moreau family sends our deepest condolences.we are praying for you and your family. Dixie Moreau.

March 13, 2014

Mike and I are praying in earnest for your and your whole family. What an incredible loss for all that knew him. I will especially miss the sweet smile he would give me whenever I would finish singing.

martha avaritt

March 13, 2014

To the Cotten Family:

Our deepest sympathy being sent to your entire family. God Bless.
Dana McBride and the staff at Bridgeway Hospice

Dana McBride

March 13, 2014

The Lott family sends our condolences. We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Dianne Lott Bowling

March 13, 2014

Laura, Harley and I send our deepest condolences. May your memories fill your heart daily. God heals in time.

Sue Finnell

March 13, 2014

Laura, my DEAR..sometime there are no words to express, to describe. This is one of those times. The angels are near you, and your family, to whisper that your loved one is safe and secure in God's hands. My prayer tonight is for God to bring you peace in your heart, and peace in your mind..
I love you Laura. Floy Alexander (Jenkins)
St. Francisville, LA

Floy Alexander

March 12, 2014

Laura,

We are praying for you and your family. May the wonderful memories yall shared bring you some comfort in the days to come.

Tim & Konya Bourriague

Konya Bourriague

March 12, 2014

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