Obituary of Roy Eugene Cotton

Roy Eugene Cotton, age 72, of Clewiston died Monday, March 26, 2012 at home in Clewiston. Roy, also known to by many as Brother, was born February 7, 1940 in Baker, FL. He is the son of the late William and Clara (Martin) Cotton. He was employed by U.S. Sugar Corporation for 47 years; he also raised cattle and operated an orange grove on his farm. He is survived by daughter; Carol Cotton (Alan Parham), granddaughter; Ariana Parham, son; David Cotton (Tammy Wiseman), granddaughter; Zoie Cotton and grandson Ethan Johnson, brothers; Robert "Dub" (Ann) Cotton, John "Dill" Cotton, Troy (Tillie) Cotton, Dorothy Baldree, all of Clewiston, Freddie Cotton, sisters; Annie Mae (Ken) Rolston, Susie (Mike) Greene, Mary (Devon) Summerlin all of Milton, Florida , Luther (Buddy) Cotton of Crestview, Florida and a host of nieces and nephews. Roy also has many friends in and around the Clewiston area. Roy was preceded death by his parents, his brothers and sisters: Derley Holley, William "Buck" Cotton, Rachel Cooley, Ellie Hainey, Carl Cotton, Irene Cotten and James Cotton. Visitation was from 6-8 p.m. Friday, March 30, 2012 in Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Clewiston. The funeral service was held 11:00 am, Saturday, March 31, 21012, at Evangel Assembly of God Church of Clewiston where Rev. Gary Corley officiated. Interment was in Ridgelawn Cemetery, Clewiston. .