John "Jack" Cotton obituary: John "Jack" Cotton's Obituary, Rochester
In Memory Of
John "Jack" Michael Cotton
1931 - 2018
In Memory Of
John "Jack" Michael Cotton
1931 - 2018
Passed August 6, 2018 at the age of 86
Survived by his wife of 60 years, Valerie Cotton; children, Simon (Naoko) Cotton, Christopher (Kristen) Cotton, & Dominic (Michelle) Cotton; & grandchildren, Winslow, Sonja, Tina, Nina, & Michael.
Sailing, travel, and photography were a common thread throughout Jack's life along with family, science, & engineering & to a lesser extent motor racing, table tennis, & bridge.
Jack was proud to be able to say that he lived for a minimum of three months in 32 different houses in five different countries.
Over his career he earned 17 patents, he was a Fellow of the IEEE, as well as many accolades & trophies earned throughout his life.
Calling hours will be held 3-7pm August 10, at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd. Rochester, NY. All who attend are encouraged to share stories of Jack.
Survived by his wife of 60 years, Valerie Cotton; children, Simon (Naoko) Cotton, Christopher (Kristen) Cotton, & Dominic (Michelle) Cotton; & grandchildren, Winslow, Sonja, Tina, Nina, & Michael.
Sailing, travel, and photography were a common thread throughout Jack's life along with family, science, & engineering & to a lesser extent motor racing, table tennis, & bridge.
Jack was proud to be able to say that he lived for a minimum of three months in 32 different houses in five different countries.
Over his career he earned 17 patents, he was a Fellow of the IEEE, as well as many accolades & trophies earned throughout his life.
Calling hours will be held 3-7pm August 10, at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd. Rochester, NY. All who attend are encouraged to share stories of Jack.
Passed August 6, 2018 at the age of 86
Survived by his wife of 60 years, Valerie Cotton; children, Simon (Naoko) Cotton, Christopher (Kristen) Cotton, & Dominic (Michelle) Cotton; & grandchildren, Winslow, Sonja, Tina, Nina, & Michael.
Sailing, travel, and photography were a common thread throughout Jack's life along with family, science, & engineering & to a lesser extent motor racing, table tennis, & bridge.
Jack was proud to be able to say that he lived for a minimum of three months in 32 different houses in five different countries.
Over his career he earned 17 patents, he was a Fellow of the IEEE, as well as many accolades & trophies earned throughout his life.
Calling hours will be held 3-7pm August 10, at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd. Rochester, NY. All who attend are encouraged to share stories of Jack.
Survived by his wife of 60 years, Valerie Cotton; children, Simon (Naoko) Cotton, Christopher (Kristen) Cotton, & Dominic (Michelle) Cotton; & grandchildren, Winslow, Sonja, Tina, Nina, & Michael.
Sailing, travel, and photography were a common thread throughout Jack's life along with family, science, & engineering & to a lesser extent motor racing, table tennis, & bridge.
Jack was proud to be able to say that he lived for a minimum of three months in 32 different houses in five different countries.
Over his career he earned 17 patents, he was a Fellow of the IEEE, as well as many accolades & trophies earned throughout his life.
Calling hours will be held 3-7pm August 10, at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 6 Empire Blvd. Rochester, NY. All who attend are encouraged to share stories of Jack.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Friday, August 10, 2018 from 3:00pm to 7:00pm
New Comer Cremations & Funerals
6 Empire Boulevard
Rochester, NY 14609
Directions & Map
Eastside Location (585-288-2880) is assisting the family
Eastside Location (585-288-2880) is assisting the family