Dennis J. Cottage, 80, of Chippewa Township, passed away peacefully on July 12th, 2026, with his devoted wife and dear friends by his side.
He was born on April 23rd, 1946, the beloved son of the late George and Kathryn (Bill) Cottage.
Dennis proudly served his country in the United States Navy Sea Bees. Following his military service in Vietnam, he attended Point Park Junior College and Marietta College in Ohio before beginning a successful career as an engineering cost estimator, working for several companies throughout his professional life. Above all else, he was a man of deep and unwavering faith. he dedicated his life to serve with the Jehovah’s Witnesses 52 years ago. He faithfully served as an elder with its Beaver Falls Congregation. Sharing the Bible’s message and the hope of God’s Kingdom brought him great joy and purpose. He dearly loved his brothers and sisters in the congregation and treasured the lifelong friendships they shared. He found happiness in the simple wonders of God’s creation. He had a passion for astronomy, photography, books, and music. He was also a sports enthusiast who enjoyed cheering on Pittsburgh’s professional teams and in his younger years, was an accomplished baseball pitcher. Most of all, Dennis cherished the time he spent with his family and friends, creating memories that will be forever treasured.
He is survived by his beloved wife of more than 60 years, Loretta (DeVincent) Cottage, his daughter, Carrie (Derrick) Burton, his cherished grandchildren: Kylee Nikole, Indiya, and Marcellus; as well as his adored great-grandchildren, Bryce Alexander, Natalia, and Marcellus and his many spiritual brothers and sisters of the Beaver Falls Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses and around the world.
Family and friends will be received at 6 P.M. Monday July 20th at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witnesses, Beaver Falls Congregation, 3122 37th Street Extension, Beaver Falls, where a funeral discourse will follow at 7 P.M.
A private inurnment will take place at the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies, 1158 Morgan Road, Bridgeville.
The Gabauer-Lutton Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 117 Blackhawk Road, Beaver Falls, was honored to care for the Cottage family during this difficult time and was the funeral home that was in charge of Dennis’ arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Beaver Falls Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses through the official donation website at www.donate.jw.org (click here).