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Raymond Walter Cotner passed away July 27, 2009 from complications associated with Lewy Body Dementia – Disease.
He graduated from the University of Detroit and went to work for the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan as Assistant Administrator of Finance until August of 1970. Raymond was President & Chairman of Michigan Hospital Financial Management Association 1968-1969, and in 1966 the Michigan Hospital Association & Michigan Blue Cross awarded Raymond the “Hospital Achievements" for contributions to the Economy of Hospital Operations and Improvements of Services for Patients. Raymond was active in the community affairs and was director of the Ann Arbor Kiwanis Club, Chairman of the Underprivileged Children’s Committee, Committee Chairman of Boy Scout Troop #8 of the Knights of Columbus. Raymond led his son Michael, and nine others of Boy Scout Troop #8 to complete the Survival courses at the Boy Scout National Wilderness area in Philmont, New Mexico in the summer of 1970. Raymond moved his family to Boise, Idaho in August of 1970 to work for St. Luke’s Hospital as the Associate Administrator. He was on the Board of Directors of Idaho Hospital Financial Management Association 1976-1977 and awarded as a “Fellow” and “Member” of the American College of Hospital Administrators. Raymond went into the Medical Management field as a consultant and helped develop Government Hospitals in Puerto Rico and Guam, and multiple Physician and Medical facilities that are currently located in Boise and throughout the Northwest. He was a CPA in Michigan & Idaho. During retirement years Raymond volunteered at the American Red Cross in Boise and took up wood carving. Raymond’s generosity was ever present as he gave most of his wood carvings away to all his wonderful friends and acquaintances. Raymond‘s only brother Robert (Bob) Cotner (Sierra Vista, AZ) proceeded him in death. Raymond is survived by his wife of 56 years, Alyce P. Cotner; sister-in-law, Trudy Cotner ( Sierra Vista, AZ); four sons: Howard P. Cotner (Prescott, AZ), Michael & Sheri Cotner (Boise), David & Connie Cotner (Boise) and John Cotner (Boise); five grand children: Rodney Cotner (Howard -Phoenix, AZ), Stephanie & Timothy Cotner (David & Connie - Boise), Connor & Jacob Cotner (John- Boise) and one great granddaughter, Abigail Rae Cotner (Timothy - Boise). A special thank you to Emerson House employees for all their special care and assistance. A Memorial Mass will be held Thursday August 6th, 2009 at 11:00am at St. Mary's Catholic Church on 2612 W. State Street Boise, ID 83702. Services are under the direction of Accent Funeral Home. Flowers may be sent to Accent Funeral Home in Meridian. Condolences may be left online for the family at www.accentfuneral.com.
Condolences:Sender's Name: Glenn Darnall
I have pleasant memories of Ray when he worked at St. Luke's and I at Elks Rehab. Great guy! My condoences. Sender's Name: Julie and Willy Smith and Family
We send you love and sympathy and appreciation for the chance to have been your neighbors for so many years. You are wonderful, and much loved. Sender's Name: Molly Austin I met Ray because of his friendship with my neighbors, the McNultys. He was such a kindhearted man. I used to see him at the gym and also across the street on some Saturday mornings for coffee. He was a sweet man, someone I was always happy to see. My husband and I are glad to have had the pleasure of getting to know Ray.
Sender's Name: Barbara Spencer I have so many good memories of Ray as my boss and friend! My sympathies go out to Alyce and all the family. I know they've lost someone really special.
Sender's Name: Chuck & Phyllis Davis, Fenton, Michigan Dear Alyce and family, We are so saddened to hear about the loss of your husband and father. We will always remember meeting you through Pat, and visiting with you on your trips to Michigan. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Sender's Name: Myron Gabbert Worked with Ray back in early 70's on revised by-laws for St. Lukes. He was a class fellow. Sorry about your loss.
Sender's Name: Candice Tell aka Candy Bonner I feel so privileged to have known a man with such great character, quick wit, and an optimistic zest for life. He had such high family values and lived the type of marriage people dream about. I have wonderful memories of spending holidays with Ray & Alyce, coming over for crappe feeds, and bringing my entire softball team over for numerous impromtu swims. Ray was always the perfect host (as was Alyce). Ray will be sorely missed by anyone that knew him. My deepest condolences to the entire family.
Sender's Name: Lynne Mckenna Bonnie and kids, i am so sorry. Best wishes to you all and I will see you on Saturday. Love to all Lynnel
Sender's Name: Stuart Conde
David and Connie we are so sorry for your loss at this time. We hope this poem can help. What Is This Thing That Men Call Death? What is this thing that men call death? This quiet passing in the night? ‘Tis not the end but genesis of better worlds and greater light O God, touch Thou my aching heart And calm my troubled, haunting fears Let hope and faith, transcendent, pure Give strength and peace beyond my tears. There is no death, but only change With recompense for vict’ry won The gift of Him who loved all men The Son of God, the Holy One. God Bless you both Stuart, Eva and family Sender's Name: Gary & Lenora Brown Our sympathys to the family and especially to our friend Howard.
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Raymond was born in Vincennes, Indiana on June 21, 1931 to Walter H. & Zita Cotner. He joined the Armed Forces in 1946 and was stationed in Alaska where he took reconnaissance photos of Russia. He was awarded WW II Victory Medal. He married Alyce P. Zacharska in April 11, 1953.