Robert "Bob" Cottrill Sr
February 15, 1956 - March 15, 2022
Robert P. Cottrill, Sr., affectionately known as “Bob” passed away suddenly on March 15, 2022 at home. Born on February 15, 1956 to the late Melvin F. and Dorothy Ada (nee: Mokracek) Cottrill and has been a lifelong resident of South Philadelphia. Proud United States Army Veteran during the Vietnam era and served for 13 years. He was a retiree from the US Mint where he worked as an Electrical Engineer Technician. Bob loved fixing things, doing home projects, being outdoors and fishing at the lakes. He was larger than life guy, funny, great storyteller, loving, caring and very dedicated to his family. Husband of the late Caroline (nee: Seybold) Cottrill. Beloved father of Travis Cottrill, Amber Cottrill and the late Robert (Jennifer) Cottrill, Jr. Dearest Grandpop “Putz” to Shaun Cottrill, Kailyn Cottrill and the late Kollin Cottrill. Dear companion of Shirley Richards. Brother of Christina Hammitt, Michael Cottrill, Melissa Duffy, Dorothy Snyder and Catherine Stillittano. Furpop of Sophia. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and many good friends, especially Robert Myers. Relatives and friends are invited to his Viewing Monday, March 21, 2022 from 10 AM to 12 Noon at the Murphy Ruffenach, Brian W. Donnelly Funeral Home (3rd & Wolf Streets). Funeral Home Service 12 Noon. Military Honors will follow Religious Services. Burial private. Donations in his memory may be made to the PA Wounded Warriors, Inc., 1117 Country Club Road, Camp Hill, PA 17011.
Robert P. Cottrill, Sr., affectionately known as “Bob” passed away suddenly on March 15, 2022 at home. Born on February 15, 1956 to the late Melvin F. and Dorothy Ada (nee: Mokracek) Cottrill and has been a lifelong resident of South... View Obituary & Service Information