C. Cotter

Cotter, C. William – passed away on February 9th, 2011, as was his character he was determined until the end. Bill was born in Owen Sound and orphaned at 13. He joined the navy at 18, serving in WWII aboard the HMCS Charlottetown on the North Atlantic. Marrying Christine in 1948 was “the best decision he ever made”. He worked as a tool and die maker then became a teacher in 1964, retiring as a department head at Northview Heights Secondary School in 1990. He was a gifted artist in wood and metal, making furniture and specializing in marquetry. Predeceased by Christine. Bill is survived by daughter Linda (Bruce) Hemming, son Don (Marlene), grandsons Daniel, Ben, Mark (Cassandra) and Matthew and great granddaughter Cadence. Friends will be received at the Ward Funeral Home, 2035 Weston Road (North of Lawrence Ave. W.) Weston on Saturday, February 26th from 10:30 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the chapel at 11:30 a.m. Reception to follow at Weston Golf and Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations to either the Ontario Lung Association or Graceview Presbyterian Church would be appreciated.
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