Robert "Dub" Gerald Cotton

Robert Gerald "Dub" Cotton age 89 of Clewiston, Florida passed away on August 4, 2024, in Lehigh Acres, Florida. 

Dub was born in Baker, Florida on August 17, 1934, to the late William Jackson and Clara Catherine Martin Cotton. He served his country in the United States Army. He worked for 40+ years as a foreman for U.S. Sugar then after retirement he was a consultant for U.S. Sugar for many years. He married Ann Strickland on June 29, 1961, in Alabama. Dub grew up in a large family, He enjoyed working with his animals and working in his orange grove. Dub was a member of the Clewiston Elks Lodge, Hendry County Cattleman's Association and Hendry  County Fair Board. Dub will be greatly missed everyone who knew and loved him. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. 

Dub leaves fond memories with his loving wife of 63 years; Ann Cotton of Clewiston, Florida, his children; Donna Bartlett and her husband Steve and Susan Williams and her husband Brett four grandchildren and four great grandchildren, he also leaves fond memories with his brothers and sisters; John Fletcher "Dill' Cotton, Troy Trenton "Mousee" Cotton, Freddie Randolph "Baby" Cotton, Mary Annice "Gal" Cotton, Annie Mae "Annie Mae" Cotton and Susie Marie "Little Sister" Cotton along with all of their family and many other extended family and friends. 

Dub was preceded in death by his 6 half siblings and four siblings. 

Dub's life will be celebrated on Monday, August 12, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Evangel Assembly of God Church in Clewiston where a visitation will start at 10:00 a.m.,  Pastor Greg Ramey will officiate. Dub will be laid to rest in Ridgelawn Cemetery. 

Dub has been entrusted with Akin-Davis Funeral Home - Clewiston.