Walling, Tenn. resident and Warren County native, Paul Lambert Cotten, II, 73, was born March 12, 1952 and died Jan. 31, 2026 at his residence following an extended illness. 

A self-employed mason, he was the son of the late Paul L. and Marie Smith Cotten, Sr. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brother, Charles Vaughn Cotten. 

Mr. Cotten is survived by his sons, Paul L. (Kim) Cotten, III of Titusville, Fla. and James Cotten of McMinnville; grandchildren, Michael James Cotten, Peyton Cotten, Jayden Cotten and Jaxson Cotten; brother, Greg (Sherry) Cotten of Rock Island; sister, Lesa Cotten of McMinnville as well as several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. 

Per his wishes, Mr. Cotten will be cremated. 

Online condolences may be made at www.highfuneralhome.com.

High Funeral Home and High's Cremations, Inc. are in charge of arrangements. 

Main Street Journal

Feb. 2, 2026

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