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- [S23] Atchley Funeral Home, (http://www.atchleyfuneralhome.com/), 22 Apr 2012.
James Pleas "J. P." Myers obituary
- [S58] Marriage Certificate.
- [S23] Atchley Funeral Home, (http://www.atchleyfuneralhome.com/), 9 Apr 2014.
September 5, 1941 - April 9, 2014
Resided in Sevierville, TN
John William Cottongim, 72 of Sevierville, passed away Wednesday, April 9, 2014. He was a loving husband, father and a devoted grandfather, affectionately called "Bobba" by his grandchildren. John was a man of great faith, which he treasured, along with his family and friends above all else. He loved to share his love for Christ with those around him and was truly a testament to God's love and mercy. John received his Bachelor of Science at Eastern Kentucky University and his Master's Degree at Xavier University. He was a lifetime educator and encouraged many children throughout his career as a teacher, principal, coach, and mentor. John was an active member of First Baptist Church in Sevierville and their C.A.R.E. Ministry. John was a man loved by all who knew him and he will be greatly missed.
John was preceded in death by his parents, John William and Lucille Cottongim; sister, Joyce Cottongim; brother-in-law, Van King; and grandparents, Mary and Joseph R. Cottongim, and Alisee Duff Wilson.
Survivors: Wife, Connie Cottongim; children, John Cory Cottongim and wife, Cammy, Noelle Sutton and husband, James, Shawna Cronan, Will Piper and wife, Andrea, Jim Piper and wife, Amy, Suzanne Bower and husband, Chris, Angela Faidley; grandchildren, John Davis "Jack" and Camden Cottongim, Jacob and Seth Sutton, Kody and Luke Cronan, Caleb and Carly Piper; sister, Cheryl King; nieces and nephews, Brent and David King, Kristi and Brett Short.
The family will receive friends 2-4 PM Saturday, April 12, 2014 with the funeral service to follow at 4 PM in the East Chapel with Rev. Jerry Hyder officiating. Honorary Pallbearers: Larry Ogle, Paul Bargy, Mike Myers, Anderson Hatfield, Steve Wright, Sam Cole, Larry Saylor, and Tony Bible. Arrangements by Atchley Funeral Home, Sevierville.
- [S58] Marriage Certificate.
Groom's Name Bride's First Name Bride's Maiden Name County Date of Marriage File #
COTTONGIM JOHN W CONSTANCE MYERS SEVIER 12-11-1993 73155
- [S58] Marriage Certificate.
151388 JOHN WILLIAM COTTONGIM CONSTANCE SUE PIPER
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