Robert J. Cottle

I am thankful for all of the men and women that sacrificied their lives, including Robert J. Cottle. We prayed for you and your family at Corpus Christi church today in Aliso Viejo, CA to remember you this memorial day weekend. I am blessed to have a husband (LAPD) and big brother (OCSD) that served our country with the USMC, and still protect us when they go to work as police officers each day. America the beautiful! Julie Johnson

My name is Leila and I met Robert in Djibout mid 80's. I just heard of the news of his death today and am saddened. I have not spoken to Robert for almost 15 years but have always wished him the best. To his family, lovely wife and beautiful daughter....I am truly sorry for your enormous loss. Robert was a great human being with a big heart.

Robert was a unique individual. We entered the marine Corps the same year, 1983. I was out in 4 and he never left. He loved the Corps and it loved him. Although I am going to miss my friend forever, I know he was exactly where he wanted to be - outside the wire, with his boys !! I have never known anyone so dedicated to service and so driven to train. He jumped out of airplanes on his day off. RJ, I'm going to miss you my brother. One thing I know - your pain was only temporary, you pride will be forever - Semper fi and God's speed my friend, Scotty Hugins 'huggy" out

My most Beloved American......thank you....and as a Native of Los Angeles......I wish your tour of duty would have remained here in the City of Angels.....but God only Knows.....we needed you here....while waiting on bus stops and being purse snatched, we needed you here, while they are snatching jewelry off of Mothers w/babies in strollers....and picking up the baby carriage slamming it to the ground til they get what they want.......I thank you for protecting us even though you were so far away......WE REALLY NEEDED YOU HERE.......just passing an alley to the bus stop and being snatched in alleys...I am 55 yrs. old and so Thankful for what you have done....for me, my family, and the WORLD.....God Bless 'Til we see Christ .....THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU and to your family you raised him WELL..........PLEASE FATHER PROTECT THEM..........

May the grace of God, the love of Jesus, and the peace of the Holy Spirit be with you and your family forever.