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Obituary of Shirley Jean Cottrell
May 28, 1931 - Mar 6, 2026
Shirley Jean Cottrell. Age 94. Lifelong Michigan Resident.
Beloved wife of the late Bill. Loving mother of Susan (David) Romaka, John (Cindy) Bates, Douglas (Anita) Bates, the late Charles “Chuckie” Bates, Jack Cottrell, Gregory Cottrell, Sheila Gibson, the late Alan Cottrell, and the late Gary Cottrell. Also survived by 15 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great grandchildren.
Driven by a passion to serve families, our team is comprised of compassionate and dedicated people who are always willing to go above and beyond to support each family during a difficult time.
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Our History
John Molnar, Sr. opened the Detroit Hungarian Funeral Home, now the Molnar Funeral Homes, in 1923. The funeral home began in his home until relocating across the street to it's Delray location at 8623 Dearborn Avenue, in 1936. He had a strong work ethic and believed that you should never stop learning...
