Charles ‘Cotton’ Guerrant
On March 12, 2022, Charles “Cotton” Guerrant was called home by our savior. Born December 22, 1943, he passed peacefully at his home in Dickinson, Texas, surrounded by his loved ones. He was preceded in death by his parents William Frank Guerrant, Lora Guerrant, Mary Williams Malone and his younger brother William Frank Guerrant Jr.
Left to cherish his lifetime of memories, his loving wife of 55 years Sandra E Guerrant, daughters Alisa Weaver and husband Scott, Brittny Poston and husband Eric, Ellen Berner and husband Kenneth. Nephew Henry Lawrence who was like a son to him, siblings Sandra Lawrence, Rita Forcelledo, and Arl B Ottinger. Grandchildren, Courtney, Chase (Madison), Kaleigh (Stephen), McKenzie, Garrett, Ayden and Zane. Great grandchildren Kai and Laekyn.
Cotton was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, second father to many, mentor and friend. He believed in living life to the fullest and that he did.
Cotton spent most of his childhood years growing up on Galveston Island. One of his favorite things to do with his family was to drive down to Galveston and revisit all of old stomping grounds. He considered Galveston his home town and shared many memories there. He graduated from Ball High School and still keeps in touch with many of his Ball High Alumni.
Cotton played football for the University of Houston from 1962-1965 where he was named team captain and voted to the All-Texas College Defensive Football Team. Playing football was a major part of his life to which he made lifelong friendships and memories. He still stayed close with his football “BROS” and frequently met them for gatherings to reminisce about the good old days. He also served time in the Marine Corp from 1967-1973. He was often found sporting his USMC hat in public and loved running into former marines and giving them the ole “ooh Rah”. He was very proud of his Marine Corp family and a true patriot.
Cotton would not like for us to mourn his death but to celebrate his life and a great one he had. He will be greatly missed and his memory will last many lifetimes.
There will be a visitation at Crowder Funeral Home in Dickinson on Wednesday, March 23rd starting at 11:00am, services will begin at noon. The family asks if you could wear Red or University of Houston attire to honor his legacy.
My dad was the light of our family and a symbol of strength and love for so many. I have so many great memories of him. He made my childhood so much fun. We went on so many camping trips, snow skiing, he loved going to movies, and surprised us with gifts all of the time. He was a great man who loved his family and friends more than life. My heart is left in pain but your memory will forever bring a smile to my face. I love you daddy, I will always be your little girl.
Ellen has ALWAYS been “ Daddy’s Little Girl” and will continue in that role forever— all of us who knew and loved Cotton know that— and no father could have a more loving, supportive and compassionate daughter. Charlie was/is truly Blessed in that way as are those of us fortunate to witness that loving support.
REST IN PEACE my Brother— GO COOGS!!!👈❤️❤️❤️
Thank you for the kind words Phil. The last few months have been tough but he fought very hard. He was the strongest man I have ever known. He was truly loved and he had his daughters and wife fighting until the end.
Cotton will be remembered by those of us who played football at UH with him as a tough player who played way above his small stature. A good guy.
I was a young boy when I watched Cotton play. Coach Yeoman loved him. And so did all the players. Despite being double teamed no one could move him from his position. He was the toughest football player. As tough as nails. We all loved his bear stories. Cotton will be missed by all of us who knew him.
Cotton was like a father to me. Loved being his friend and working for him. One of my best friends and my best boss in my working life. I have many great memories of him. Even when he called me “Junebug”, which I hate
Cotton was one the toughest players and for his size he was a giant. As
freshman Mike Tracy and I found out how much fun he was off the field. We
were suit mates he loved to play jokes on us and vise versa. He will be missed.
I have find Memories of Cotten growing up on 103rd Street, right across the the street from The Guerrants. He always made us laugh and I thought he was a Giant of a man. My sincere condolences to all of his Family. I pray for Peace, Comfort &
Strength for Y’all! God Bless!