Paul Cottenier, 78, of Pensacola, FL died suddenly Monday, May 24, 2021.

Paul was born on February 2, 1943 in Providence, RI to Paul F. and Anna H. Cottenier who preceded him in death. Paul previously lived in the Clearwater, FL area and Independence, VA. He moved to Pensacola in 2018.

He is survived by his daughter, Dawn Polk of Marietta, GA and two granddaughters, Isabella and Kaylee; as well as a brother, Michael Cottenier.

Paul served in the US Air Force after high school and had many jobs from auto mechanic to truck driver after his military service. He enjoyed fishing, but above all, loved raising goats. He maintained a standing herd of about 50 goats at his Floppy Ears Goat Farm in Independence, VA. The herd swelled to about 100 animals during spring kidding. Each goat was named and would respond to its name when called. He sold the kids, often to 4H'ers, but never slaughtered his animals.

Services will be held and announced at a later date.