of Fairfield Bay, AR
November 17, 1972 - October 13, 2024
Matthew Charles Cotton, 51, of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas passed from this life on Sunday, October 13th, 2024 in Searcy, Arkansas. He was born in Harrison, Arkansas on November 17th, 1972 to Larry Cotton and Sheila Graham Bixler.
Matthew worked for the US Postal Service for over twenty years. He was a born-again Christian, saved in his late twenties.
Survivors include his parents, Larry Cotton and Sheila Bixler (Ben); spouse, Angela Cotton; his children, Jordan Pinson (Matt) and Taylor Cotton; step-son, Tristain Kirkman (Sadie); step-daughter, Ragen Sokoloski (Justin); grandchildren, Peyton Pinson, Annistyn Pinson, Austin Glenn, Taytum Henderson, Buck Henderson, Ansley Kirkman, Aubrey Sokoloski, Holly Sokoloski and Leland Sokoloski; one brother, Nathaniel Cotton and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and friends who he loved dearly.
Matthew's graveside services will be at 10:00 AM on Monday, October 21st, 2024 at Rambo Cemetery in Marshall, Arkansas. Michael Blackwell, Shawn Horton, and Travis Ragland will officiate. Russell Horton, Michael Blackwell, Travis Ragland, Perry Cooper, Eddie Thomas and Matt Pinson will be pallbearers.
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38 Condolence(s)
Cindy England Sherwood
Monday, October 21, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Matthew. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family during this difficult time.
Brenda Lewis
Sunday, October 20, 2024
I am so very sorry for your loss.
Carl and Sandra Rabey
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Jordan and Taylor. We are so sorry to hear this you both and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you both!!
Pat Halsted
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Prayers of peace and comfort for your family.
Mike Harris
Saturday, October 19, 2024
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I enjoyed playing softball with Matthew many years ago. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Karen E. Lawson
Saturday, October 19, 2024
Sheila and family, I was sad to learn of Matthew's death. It isn't natural for a child to die before a parent. Praying for God's comfort for you and your family now and in the days ahead.
Robin Crow
Friday, October 18, 2024
So sorry to hear about Matthew! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Lonnie
Friday, October 18, 2024
I have covered Matt's route for 5 years and this doesn't seem real. We were all devastated by the news. I'm so sorry for your loss. Y'all are all in my thoughts and prayers. Matt had his own notification sound in my phone that my entire family recognized. I'm sure gonna miss those late night and early morning text. RIP to the one who trained and had patience with me as I leaned the route.
Sue Parks
Friday, October 18, 2024
I am so sad to hear of this. He was the best mail carrier. I always put a Halloween treat bag in my mailbox for him. Not this year . My deepest condolences to all his families and postal families.
Sherri Sanders McClure
Friday, October 18, 2024
I am so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers and love for all of you.
Patsy Treat
Friday, October 18, 2024
Shelia and family, I am so sorry to hear this. Praying that the Lord will give you strength and comfort in the days to come.
Chris and Jamey Redding
Friday, October 18, 2024
We are so sorry to hear about your loss and sincere condolences. Thinking about all of you at this time and so many prayers.
Eddie, and Kathy Morrison
Friday, October 18, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. We send you all our deepest smypathy ,love, and prayers. . We love you Taylor, and Jordan , losing your parents is the most difficult thing, may the Lord help you both.
Shawna Jolly-Wilbanks
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Dear Family-
I am so sorry for your great loss. I know you all will miss him so much. Praying for God’s strength, peace and comfort for y’all during this most difficult time. Love and hugs
Jim and Jackye Afams
Thursday, October 17, 2024
So sorry. He was my mail carrier and was always so helpful. He would bring boxes and put on my carport. He didn’t have to do that. Or if I was outside he’d drive through the driveway to hand me the mail instead of just putting it in the box. Such a nice man. Prayers for your family. Jim and Jackye
Toby Long
Thursday, October 17, 2024
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Praying for you your families. R.I.P. Matthew!!
Daphne Warren
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Sending love and prayers for all. I saw Matt every day. One of my favorite customers. He will be missed by all who k ew him God bless you all. Daphne
James Kelley
Thursday, October 17, 2024
My sincere condolences to the family.
Joyce Harrison
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Matt, my kind friend, will be missed tremendously. My heart is heavy just knowing that I won’t see him again. My sincere thoughts and prayers are with his family.
D. L. & Peggy Adams
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Alicia Harwell
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Matt will truly be missed. Wishing peace and comfort to his family as they navigate this difficult time.
Carla Kelley
Thursday, October 17, 2024
My prayers for each of you…Hold on to the good times and great memories….He will be watching over you. RIP Matthew.
Shawn & Kyndell Rea
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Praying for peace healing for all of Matt’s family and friends
Shawn & Kyndell Rea
Leah Johnson
Thursday, October 17, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Randy and Penny Crumley
Thursday, October 17, 2024
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort during this time.
Nancy jones
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family during this time of great loss.
Tonya & Dewayne Keisler
Thursday, October 17, 2024
Sorry for your family's loss
Prayers for all
Nathan and Bridget Treadwell
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Praying for the Lord’s love and comfort through this difficult time.
Kimm & Todd Avey
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
We are thinking of and praying for you all. Here if you need us. Love you all
Becky Oliphant
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Continued prayers for the family. Love you all.
-The Oliphant Family
Jennifer Brightwell
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
We are saddened to hear about the passing of your father Matthew and send our deepest condolences. Losing a parent brings unimaginable pain and our family is praying that you find peace in your sorrow. Remember to cherish all the times you were blessed to share with him.
The Brightwell’s
Dawn Ogden
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Im so sorry for ur loss. The family is in my prayers
Crystal Ragland
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Praying for yall during this difficult time
Trish McDaniel
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Jordan and Taylor
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort in this time of loss. There is no love like your dad love. Cherish the memories of them.
Shelia
There is no words. Praying for comfort during this difficult time.
Nina Baysinger
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
RIP
Debbie Mcdaniel
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss I know it is hard to come to terms with. Prayers for all the family
Buddy and Sonya Parks
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort for the family.
Barbara Smith
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Girls I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Matthew will be missed by all who knew and loved him. May God Bless each one of you during this sorrowful time.