Floyd Cottrell

Floyd Cottrell, age 85, passed away on Wednesday, August 8, 2012 at Brewster Village in Appleton. He was born on September 23, 1926 the son of the late Erwin and Inez Cottrell. In 1943 Floyd enlisted in the Navy and served our country during World War II on the USS Midway aircraft carrier, which protected the East Coast. He was united in marriage on July 26, 1947 to Elizabeth “Betty” Boehler at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Floyd was very active in the church, volunteering with Betty, ushering and also helping with various restoration projects. He owned Floyd V. Cottrell Plastering from 1965 until retiring and selling the business to his son in 1993. Floyd enjoyed traveling with Betty, and visiting their cottage up at Legend Lake, playing card games, watching his favorite television shows including the Packers and going out for dinner. Floyd enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Floyd is survived by his children: Michael (Mary Ellen) of Appleton, Bruce (Patty) of Green Bay, Jodi (Nick) Ulman of Appleton, and Randy (Mary Ann) of Appleton; his grandchildren: Sean (Jamie) Cottrell, Erin Cottrell, Jessica, Amy, and Melissa Cottrell, Casey (Dave) Rudey, Jason Ulman, Alli, Adam and Sarah Cottrell; great-grandchildren: James, Dillon, and Gabrielle; two sisters, June(Harland) Anderson of Appleton and Constance Joyce Peterson of Port Washington; he is further survived by many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Betty, Brothers: Edward, Clyde, Frank, Erwin Jr., and Gay.

Funeral Liturgy will be held at 10:30 a.m. Friday, August 10, 2012, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 410 West Lawrence Street, Appleton; with Father David J. Funk OFM CAP officiating. Friends and family may visit at the church from 8:30 a.m. until the time of service. Private interment will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the staff at Brewster Village for all their care, support and comfort that was given to Dad during his rehab stay. Your care will never be forgotten.

Online condolences may be expressed at: www.wichmannfargo.com

Wichmann Funeral Homes
537 North Superior St
Appleton, WI
920-739-1231