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Madisonville Today
By the People, for the People
Oscar Cotton, 79, of Madisonville, Passes Away
Longtime railroad worker and Vietnam War veteran is remembered for his love of nature and animals.
Published on Mar. 9, 2026
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Oscar Cotton Jr., a 79-year-old resident of Madisonville, Kentucky, passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at his home. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Crofton, followed by burial at the Colwell Family Cemetery in Hopkinsville.
Why it matters
Cotton's passing marks the loss of a community member who served his country during the Vietnam War and worked for many years on the railroad before retiring. His love of nature, animals, and outdoor activities made him a beloved figure in the Madisonville area.
The details
A native of Sample, Kentucky, Oscar Cotton Jr. was the son of the late Oscar Allen Cotton Sr. and Gracie Mae Wardrip Cotton. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and later worked various positions on the railroad for CSX Transportation until his retirement. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, gardening, reading, geology, and hiking in the woods.
- Oscar Cotton Jr. passed away on Thursday, March 5, 2026.
- The funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at 11:00 a.m.
The players
Oscar Cotton Jr.
A 79-year-old resident of Madisonville, Kentucky, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War and worked for CSX Transportation on the railroad until his retirement.
Oscar Allen Cotton Sr.
The late father of Oscar Cotton Jr.
Gracie Mae Wardrip Cotton
The late mother of Oscar Cotton Jr.
Sharon Mae Cotton
The late wife of Oscar Cotton Jr.
Dogwood Funerals & Cremations of Crofton
The funeral home in charge of the arrangements for Oscar Cotton Jr.
The takeaway
Oscar Cotton Jr.'s passing marks the loss of a beloved community member who served his country, worked hard, and enjoyed the outdoors. His life and legacy will be remembered by his family and friends in Madisonville.
