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Pamela Cottrell Obituary

Pamela Rae (Hodges) Cottrell, age 62, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2021 at KU Medical Center. She graduated Lawrence High School in 1976 and retired from South Western Bell / ATT to enjoy several years of family, friends and traveling. She was beloved by many and will be greatly missed. Survivors include her son, Chris Wales, siblings Sheila Santee, Kim Brouhard, Mike White, Eric Hodges, her precious grandchildren and great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. A memorial gathering will be planned at a later date.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Feb. 16, 2021.

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Susan Connor

March 1, 2021

I knew Pam from SWBell where she worked as a 2nd line clerk at 63rd and Holmes. R.I.P.

Susan Parson

February 25, 2021

I knew Pam from a ladies Bible study that we were in together at Connect Church. Pam always had a smile on her face and expressed how great her faith was in her Lord. I pray for encouragement and strength for her family.

Betty Currie

February 20, 2021

My deepest empathy goes out to the family of Pamela. I knew her from Connect church and Facebook. She was a kind and compassionate lady. Her smile was contagious with a heart of gold for others. She will be missed on this earth. May God wrap his loving arms around all those that are grieving the loss of Pamela as you walk this journey without her.

Tim and Cathy Wales

February 20, 2021

We have known Pam since we were young teenagers. Our prayers and sympathy go out to the family. Pam will be greatly missed.

Brad Mullenix

February 19, 2021

So very sorry for the loss of your sister Sheila and Mike. And my deepest condolences to the rest of the family. -Brad Mullenix

Margaret Bruce

February 19, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Pam was a wonderful, thoughtful person liked by all. I went and graduated school with her. Sending thoughts and prayers to the family

Margaret Dearing

February 17, 2021

Pam was a wonderful friend, neighbor and sister in Christ! I look forward to the day that I see her again.

Judy Gilliland

February 17, 2021

I will miss seeing Pam in our Women’s Bible study. I’m so sorry for your loss.

Lisa Stofac

February 17, 2021

I will miss seeing Pam at our Women's Ministry events. What a sweetheart.
May God bless you and your family.

Elizabeth Scheib

February 17, 2021

Pam was a part of our church family at Connect Church. Her smile, joyful attitude and heart to serve others will be missed. What a sweet woman! Sincere sympathies to you all.

Rita Trybom

February 16, 2021

Pam you are so loved and I miss you already. My condolences to your family.

Cindy Durbin

February 16, 2021

I’m so sorry for your loss. I graduated with Pam. Prayers are with the family

Debbie Mills Shafer and Family

February 16, 2021

Eric and mike so sorry to hear about Pamela. She will be greatly missed. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers

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