Patricia Lou Cottrell, 98, of Kokomo, Indiana, passed away on July 10, 2026. Born October 19, 1927, in Kokomo, Indiana, Patricia was the daughter of Denzel Hollingsworth and Violet (Eades) Phillips, and she remained deeply rooted in the community that shaped her life. A graduate of Kokomo High School, she carried forward a steady devotion to home, family, and faith throughout her years.
Patricia retired as an insurance agent from Kiley's insurance, a role that reflected her reliability and the quiet diligence with which she approached her responsibilities. In every season of life, she was a beloved presence—one whose faithfulness could be counted on, and whose care for others was expressed in the everyday ways that matter most.
Patricia married John J. Cottrell, and together they welcomed three children. Family was the most important thing in her life, and she gave herself to it with constancy and love, creating a home and a legacy marked by enduring devotion. She was preceded in death by her husband, John, her parents, her son, David E. Cottrell, and her step-brothers, Philip Phillips and William Phillips.
A faithful woman, Patricia found joy and purpose in her church life, singing in the church choir and playing hand bells in the bell choir. Her creative spirit also found expression in painting, and she treasured quiet moments spent reading, as well as the patient satisfaction of completing jigsaw puzzles—simple pleasures that reflected a thoughtful, attentive heart.
Patricia was also a member of the Kewanas, valuing connection and community, and offering her presence in ways that strengthened the ties around her.
She is survived by her daughter, Jacqueline S. Woide; her son, Dennis R. Cottrell; her grandsons, Matthew W. Cottrell (Casie), Andrew Cottrell-D'Espisito (Lou), and Bartholomew Cottrell (Tabitha); her sisters, Sonja Hanawalt, Joyce Timbler, and Judy Price; as well as 10 Great-Grandchildren, and 1 Great-Great-Grandchild.
Visitation will be held at Sunset Memory Garden Funeral Home, 2097 West Alto Road, Kokomo, on July 15, 2026, from 11:00 am until the time of the funeral, 1:00 pm. Patricia will be entombed with her husband John immediately following her service in Sunset Memory Garden Cemetery.
