Obituary of Anna Angelina Cotela

Anna Angelina (Noto) Cotela (Inwood, NY) June 17, 1939 – December 22, 2020

Predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Anthony Paul Cotela (Woodmere, NY) (1936- 2013), her parents, 3 brothers and 1 sister.

Survived by 1 brother, Ralph Noto (Long Beach, NY);  4 children, Luanne Reinis (Bill) Penfield NY, Lynmarie Cotela-Schuman (Jim) Houston TX, Anthony Cotela Portland, OR, Stephanie Tanner (Alex) Walton-on-Thames, UK;  6 grandchildren, Rachael Reinis Arlington, VA, Paul Reinis St Petersburg FL, Savanah Schuman and Sierra Schuman Austin, TX, Dino Tanner and Leo Tanner Walton-on-Thames, UK;  2 sisters-in-law, Susan Cotela Somers, CT, Charlotte Cotela Chandler AZ;  and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends across USA, South America and Europe.

Many thanks to the staff of The Hilton East Assisted Living Community Hilton NY where Mom lived for a few years prior to moving to The Pearl Nursing Center of Rochester NY in August 2020. The Pearl staff went above and beyond to make Mom as comfortable as possible in her last days for which we are especially grateful.

Due to covid-19 pandemic there will be no funeral service. The family asks for your prayers since we are all so far apart during this difficult time. If you would like to make a donation in Anna’s name, please do contribute to the American Heart Association.

Mom was a unique character no doubt, but above all, she loved her family. We wish all who think of her to recall the funny moments they shared. And if any lessons learned, this one I will share with you: No matter the strife we endure or mistakes and bad decisions we all make at times along the way, when it comes down to it, family is what we have. Offer forgiveness and hug each other.  La nostra famiglia, we are proud of each and every one!

On behalf of Lynmarie, Anthony and Stephanie, I offer heartfelt thanks to all for your thoughts, support and friendship.

Love and prayers,

Luanne