Edward Frank Cotman

Edward Frank Cotman, 58, of Hartford passed away Sept. 2, 2014, at his home.

Frank Jr., as he was known to most, was born Jan. 4, 1956, in Watervliet. He was the son of Frank and Lucy (Calabrese) Cotman, both of whom preceded him in passing.

Frank graduated from Hartford High School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree. He was employed at Gast Manufacturing for more than 30 years. Frank was a Harley-Davidson motorcycle enthusiast and even built his own motorcycles from the ground up. In his spare time, he enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a member of the NRA.

Family and friends will gather from 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18, 2014, at Calvin Funeral Home in Hartford. At 7:30 p.m., a time of remembering Frank's life will be shared by one of Frank's closest friends, Lucky Glasgow. After the service, a get-together will begin at 8 p.m. at the Cotman residence. The family has requested that anyone wanting to send flowers, please send perennial flowers. Those wishing to leave memorial condolences for the family may do so at http://www.calvin-leonardfh.com

Frank is survived by his wife, Virginia; a son, Frankie Cotman of Hartford; and a sister, Angie (Tommy) Campanaro of Glendale, Ariz.