Missing Since: 2001-05-26 Location: Marshalltown, Iowa
Cottrell resided at the Southridge Nursing Home in Marshalltown, Iowa. A relative dropped her off at the facility during the early evening hours of May 26, 2001. She was last seen running away from the home only minutes later, at approximately 6:30 p.m. Authorities believe that she left of her own accord. She has never been heard from again. A fisherman discovered Cottrell’s purse along the banks of the Iowa River several weeks after she was reported missing. Her identification and cash were inside the handbag. Her case remains unsolved. Investigating Agency Marshalltown Police Department 640-754-5725 Source Information Iowa Missing Person Information Clearinghouse The Cedar Rapids Gazette Updated 2 times since October 12, 2004. Last updated November 23, 2007; alternate height added, distinguishing characteristics and medical conditions updated.