John L. Cottillion, 88, of Warren, PA., died Sunday morning, March 24, 2024, at Warren Manor Nursing Home, Warren, PA., after an extended illness. He was born October 5, 1935, in Warren, PA. He was the son of George and Kathryn Cottillion. John was a lifelong Warren area resident. He was a 1954 graduate of Warren Area High School. John had served with the U.S. Army from September 11, 1956, to September 11, 1958, as a Private First Class. John was employed in the bookkeeping department as an accountant with United Refining Company. He was a former member of the Warren Archery Club and thoroughly loved hunting, especially archery season.
He is survived by his 2 children – Stacy Confer and her husband, Richard E. Confer, Jr. and Brian Cottillion, Brother – Theodore Cottillion, Sister – Theofannie Newmaker, all of Warren, PA., Sister – Betty Ann Samaris of New Jersey, 4 Grandchildren – Bradyn, Jace, Lorilei and Oakley Confer, several nieces, and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Mary Young. A private funeral service will be conducted at the convenience of the family. Interment will be in Warren County Memorial Park, Warren, PA. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through Hunt of a Lifetime, 6297 Buffalo Road, Harborcreek, PA. 16421 or huntofalifetime.org
The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.