Timothy Earl Cotten, age 57 of Freedom, Pa; passed away Thursday, June 11,2026 in the Good Samaritan Hospice House, Wexford, following a 6-year courageous battle with cancer.
Born January 10,1969 in Butler; he was the son of the late Earl and Emily Frey Cotten.
He was a 1987 graduate of Slippery Rock Area High School.
Tim worked at VEKA in Fombell, PA where he was a dedicated hard-working operator for over 30 years. Known as Timmy or sometimes Chuck Norris, he was known for his humor and incredible teaching skills.
He cherished planning family get togethers which always included good food, plenty of laughs, and memories you’ll never forget. He also enjoyed spending time curled up in his chair reading on of his favorite Stephen King books. From time to time you might even catch him on his burnt orange 98 Harley Davidson Sportster listening to some Lynyrd Skynyrd, Meatloaf, or AC/DC.
Tim especially loved his grandkids. From helping one of the boys fix their dirt bikes, to painting one of the girls nails. He was everyone’s favorite “Pappy Tim”
Tim not only was a father but a man of loyalty, kindness, and respect. His genuine moral compass was highly contagious to anyone who crossed his path. The kind of friend you could have only wish to have. Willing to give anyone the shirt off his back. He was the life of the party but the shoulder you could cry on. Guaranteed to make an impact on your life in more ways than one, He was a “simple man”.
Survived by his girls Courtney Cotten of New Brighton and Kyleigh (Justin) Boyer of Freedom; six grandchildren Sophia Hildman, Brody, Jerimiah, Remmie, Ezmae, and Maverik Boyer; two siblings Glenn (Tish) Norton of Hubbard, OH and Anna (Randall) Connell of Plain Grove; one niece Danee Gundaker; one great nephew Trent; and three great nieces Aubrey, Angelina, and Arabella.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister Theresa Clever.
Cremation services have entrusted to the Raisley Funeral Home and Cremation Services, pc., 387 Main Street, Prospect with the family planning a Celebration of Life at a later date.
For more information or to leave on online tribute please go to www.raisleyfuneralhome.com