Vertis Leroy Cottles, 90, of Florence, passed away June 22, 2023, at Athens Limestone Hospital. He was retired from TVA as a Machinist, of the Protestant faith and a Veteran of the United States Army having served in Korea. Survivors include: Children: Joey Cottles, Christopher Cottles, Sherry & Buck Thornton Brother: William E. Cottles (7) Grandchildren; (5) Great grandchildren Preceded in death by: Parents: Jhonny Cottles & Ida Sanders Cottles Wife: Elois Thornton Cottles Mother of his children: Jeanette Cottles Daughter: Regina Redke Siblings: Edith Herston, Milton Cottles, Villard Cottles, Addie Gray, Tonice Cottles, D.B. Cottles, James Cottles & David Cottles There will be a graveside service for Vertis on Monday, June 26, 2023, at 11:00am, at North Carolina Cemetery.
