My condolences to the Cotton Family, I am so sorry to read about your loss. I didn't know your dear one but I couldn't help but stop and give my sympathy. She was on 26years young and to be wiped away by the enemy death is so disheartening. I would like to extend my condolences to you and your entire family. To lose someone so young is truly to pain to the family and the community. Please be assured that God hears your cries during this time and has also given you a beautiful promise to see your loved one again found at Revelation 21:3-4. In the near future, death, sorrow, pain will be no more. Please beg him for endurance until that promise comes to reality.

Dear Diane & Family, Our deepest sympathies for your loss. May love hold your heart during this difficult time. Sincerely, Brenda, Sam & Josh

Diane, Please accept my deepest condolences for you and your family. Kayla was a lovely young lady, my girls spoke very highly of her as a teacher. Bless you all at this difficult time.

I didn't know Kayla or her 2 students yet I am deeply saddened to hear of this tragedy and I felt I wanted you to know that people from all across Canada and beyond share in your pain. We will never understand why these things happen but we certainly know that there can be no getting over it. Life can and does change in the twinkling of an eye. It quite literally takes my breath away to think of what faces those who loved Kayla and by the comments that have been left here, they number in the thousands. I earnestly pray that our Heavenly Father wraps His Arms around you and carries you in the palms of His hands. Memories are God's photo albums and I know that yours are filled with many precious moments that will help you in the difficult times ahead. Extra prayers for Jacob whose life has also changed in ways unimaginable to us. Thoughts and prayers sent lovingly from Newfoundland.

Dear Vaughn & Diane. ..Our Sincere Sympathy to all of you in the loss of your Dear Kayla. Our Heartfelt. Sympathy Frank & Paula. MacLean RR #1 Judique,Long Point

Another shining light has gone dim way before her time. She has earned her wings. Deepest condolences to her family, friends, students and furbaby.

Dear Vaughn Diane and Jacob Please accept my deepest sympathies on your tragic loss. I was home in November and of course had to have my gravy and fries from your restaurant as I do every time. Whho is the first smile I see when I walk through the door, of course, it's Kayla. I remember all the times I spoke to mom and dad on the phone asking where they had been and of course seal cove was always their answer. My mom and dad adored that child, they always spoke so highly of her and how she was always at their house with my son Alfred and the rest of the gang. There are no words that could ease your pain and I can't even begin to imagine what you are going through but I look at all the tributes on Facebook and the tribute that was said in the House of Commons on Wednesday and I think wow what a special young lady. I just hope that when you have the time to read and listen to the impact that this beautiful girl had on so many people you will find some comfort. I can't imagine what today was like for your family, because I know I couldn't think of anything else today. As I have always considered louisdale my home I know from experience the support system you will get. My sincerest condolences to your whole family xo

Diane and family Our deepest condolences, we are thinking of you at this difficult time. May you take comfort from your memories along with family and friends

I had the pleasure of being Kayla's faculty supervisor from St.FX when she was a pre-service teacher. I knew then that she would be one of those "special ones," the kind of teacher who stands out from the rest, with so much talent and so much to give. I am deeply saddened to learn of the tremendous loss that so many have suffered, and my heart goes out to all of her family, friends, and students. I will keep her and all of her family in my prayers.

Diane....Thinking of you at this sad time. Take care

I can write no words that will give you Diane, Vaughn and Jacob any comfort but I would like for you all to know that Kayla was a beautiful young woman who will be sorely missed. May you find peace that she is with her family of pass and that the memories you have of her will continue to grow in your heart's. My deepest condolences ❤

Thinking of everyone at this very difficult time...sending my love!

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time in your lives.

Danielle, Sheldon, Emily & Victoria, We are so sorry for your tragic loss. Our thoughts are with you and the whole Cotton family.

I pray that you place your trust and faith in JESUS to help you through your times of struggle and sorrow. Your time of healing. Please do not forget that your son will also need your love and support. Sometimes children seem to have adjusted quickly but we must always encourage them to speak about their grief, their loss. I will be praying for all of your family. GOD will help you through these difficult times. I promise you that because I have experienced that healing, that blessing from HIM. I am so very sorry for your families pain and the pain of her soul mate.

To Vaughn,Diane,Jacob,Cody & Families. My sincere Condolences to each & everyone of you during this difficult time of sorrow. My heart goes out to all you! Thoughts & Prayers are with you always! Kayla will be sadly missed by all who knew her. May you Rest In Peace Sweet Angel! God Bless You! ShirleyAnne

Thinking of you at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Just read with deep sympathy the obituary of your beautiful daughter. Even though you do not know us, Kayla's passing brings back memories of losing our 23 yr. old daughter a number of years ago. She had just started a teaching career as well. We understand how broken your hearts are, but please know prayers from many people are with you. Life moves on, not from where you were but from where you now find yourselves. Not easy, but in time, you will learn to realize that life is still worth living even though one never fully gets over a tragedy like this. Kayla will always be in your hearts! Louise and John Rainforth, Berwick

Edna and Richie and family.. words cannot express the sorrow we feel for you all. The loss of Kayla will be forever felt by all who knew her. Our prayers are with you, Vaughn and Diane and families. Donnie and Claire

Michelle and David Farrow purchased flowers (The FTD® Farewell Too Soon™ Bouquet - Standard)

We are so saddened by the news of Kayla's passing. We couldn't imagine anyone having a bigger footprint on this world. Much love from the Farrows. David, Michelle & Boys

So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. No words could ever express adequately how we all feel. She touched so many people in her short time here. Our thoughts and prayers are with in the days and months ahead. Till we all meet again. Brian & Lisa

To Kayla's Family: Kayla and my youngest son went to school together all through Elementary School in Louisdale and she was a good friend of his. I knew her as a child and also would see her working, as a young adult, at the restaurant. She was always such a lovely, respectful and sweet young lady to my husband and I. It is just so, so sad that she was taken so young. Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. "When those we love become a memory, that memory becomes a treasure." Treasure all your beautiful memories of Kayla and lean on one another for support.

Thoughts and prayers are with Kayla's family and friends at such a sad time. I knew Kayla when she worked in Guysborough, a kind and caring person, who left a wonderful impression on everyone she met. She will be missed by all who knew her. God Bless

Dear Vaughn and Family: Sending our sincere condolence on the sudden passing of your daughter. God Bless. Johnnie and Susan Morell

Dear Cotton Family, We want to express our most sincere condolences in your time of grief. Edna and all the family we are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless ! The Sisters from Riverview NB

So saddened by Kayla's tragic passing. She always had a kind word & a smile to brighten your day. My heart goes out to you as you mourn her loss. I pray that you fine the strength to carry on.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Our deepest sympathy to Kayla's family and loved ones. You are in our prayers. God Bless.

Deepest sympathy to your family during this difficult time. Sending love and prayers for all. God Bless!!

Vaughn, Diane , Jacob & Extended Family Members No words can express the pain and sorrow we feel today. May the Wonderful Memories you have of Kayla-strengthen and Comfort you all the days of your lives..Sincerely, Francis & Brenda White

Pam and Family...Our thoughts and prayers are with...So sad to lose someone so young..We regret not being able to be with and comfort you at this time. In memory of Kayla, we will be forwarding a donation to the Breakfast Programs at the Felix Marshand Education Centre. We will mail it to you, Pam.. Sending hugs to all of you... Gerry, Lauretta, Allison and Sharon.

Vaughan and family: My condolences in the tragic death of your daughter Kayla. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Vaughn and Diane, words cannot express my sorrow and heartbreak. May you seek comfort in God, family and friends during this very difficult time. Today and always, may loving memories of Kayla bring you peace, comfort, and strength. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

So sorry for your Tremendous loss,Our thoughts and Prayers with all of Kayla's friends & family.

We are sorry for your loss may god give you the strength to move forward. She was a kind hearted and amazing person who will be greatly missed by everyone. We will keep her in prayer. R.I.P Kayla.

We are so sorry to hear of your loss.Please know our thoughts and prayers are with your family! May she RIP.

My deepest condolences to the entire family, especially Granddad Rick. A young life taken oh too soon. May she RIP.

Sincere condolences to Kayla's family and friends.

we are so sorry to hear of your loss please know that we are thinking of you all and that you are in our prayers. Harold & Francine Mury & Family

Our sincere condolences to her mom, dad little brother, Grandparents and friends of this beautiful young lady who had so much to live for....Praying that her memories will give you strength now and the long road ahead. R.I.P Sweet angel.

Diane,Vaughn,Jacob. Hearing about your loss has deeply saddened us,knowing that this is far from what you are going through right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and all your families. RIP Kayla

My heart breaks for the family of this beautiful lady .... I am very sorry for your loss...May she Rest in Peace.

Diane and Vaughn, So very sorry. There are no words to help heal your hearts. Hopefully with prayers and faith you find some solace. So very very sorry.

To the entire Cotton family , I can't imagine what you are all going through, all I can say is that I am so very sorry that you are. In my many years of going to the Seal Cove Rest. , many times I was greeted by Kayla, it didn't matter if the place was empty or if it was full during a very busy wing night, here was this beautiful young lady, full of life & energy with a smile you would never forget . She made every visit pleasant & enjoyable with what seemed to be no effort at all , because that's who she was. Along with the Cottons, are entire communities, our school system & our kids , have lost a very special young lady. May you RIP my dear Kayla . Shawn Samson & family

My heartfelt sympathy to all the family of Kayla. She was a good friend to my son and my thoughts and prayers are with you.

So Sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time and in the days ahead. Love and prayers are sent your way.

I would like to send my deepest sympathy to Diana Vaughn and brother and the grandparents and family my heart goes to you guys my prayers and tough are with you. RIP Kayla God well keep you safe She was kind and caring and love to talk to people and helping others she well be miss I am thinking of you Diana Vaughn. XO Xo hugs....

Diane, Vaughn, Jacob, Pam, Richie, Edna & families sending deepest condolences to you all on the loss of your daughter, sister & grand-daughter. Keeping you all in my thoughts & prayers as you go through this difficult time. May she RIP

My heart goes out to you in the loss of your daughter.There can not be anything in this world worse then to lose your child i went through this loss myself losing my 19 year old son ,i feel your pain although we have never met my heart breaks for you and your son with my deepest sympathy to all

My heart goes out to you and your family at this most difficult time. My niece went to school with Kayla and my sister knew her as well as a fellow teacher. May god wrap his arms around you and bring you great comfort in your time of lost. God Bless!

Special thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Vaughn and Diane,and Family We are so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. God Bless, Charles & Sherrie Clow

My deepest sympathies for the lose of your daughter. Nothing can prepare you for the lose of a child. There are no words to express the grief. May God lift you and comfort you as you walk through this valley. May you have hope and joy again. May you have peace and rest.May God bless you and keep you. With love from one heartbroken mama to another.

Vaughn & Diane I pray that the lord will guide you guys in your time of need and give you strength. Very sorry for your loss. She will be missed.

My prayers and thoughts are with you all, may she RIP!

It is with a heavy heart that we send condolences mixed with tears to Vaughn,Diane, Jacob and all the families for the loss of such a beautiful person. I had the pleasure of having Kayla in my Jr. High class and it was very evident that she was a girl who was going to make her mark in the world. Her personality drew people to her like a magnet. It was a pleasure to have had her as a student. The world has lost someone who would have made a difference. We have walked this path and it is a long and hard one. Be thankful for a loving family and a caring and grieving community who will be there to support you. Hugs!!!

To Diane, Vaughn, Jacob and all your family, our deepest sympathies on the loss of your beautiful daughter, god bless.

Diane, Vaughan and Jacob I am so very sorry for your loss. I am sorry for the pain you will always carry....and I will pray that God will help you carry it.

Diane and Vaughn..Sincere condolences on the loss of a beautiful and sweet daughter! To all of the family members, we send condolences as well! You will remain in our prayers and thoughts. May God give you all the courage and strength you'll need for the days ahead! God bless you all!

My prayers and thoughts are with you all, family and friends, as you go through this difficult time. Please take comfort in knowing that many are thinking and praying for you! I had the pleasure of meeting Kayla when she spent her final year of her Education practicum at our school in St.Andrews Consolidated in Antigonish. May her wonderful soul Rest In Peace! May God sustain you all and give you peace!

Words cannot even begin to express the heartache we feel at Chedabucto Education Centre/Guysborough Academy. Kayla’s compassion, warm smile and a caring heart are just some of the wonderful qualities that made her such a special person in our lives...she will be dearly missed! May the loving memories you have of Kayla bring you some comfort during this difficult time. We need to hold onto the happy memories that we have shared with Kayla as this will keep her alive in our hearts. Our hearts and prayers go out to all of Kayla's family and friends.

To Kayla's family we want to extend our sincere condolences and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.

I am very sorry for the tragic and sudden loss of your beloved Kayla.

I am so sorry for your Loss.Iknow the pain you are going through.so my prayers are with the family..Cousin Lucy May..

To my old school friend Diane, I am thinking of you often and wishing you never had to go through this. I send you hugs and pray for you and your family.

Vaughn and Diane, My most sincere condolences to you and the rest of your family. Please know that my thought and prayers are with all of you during this very difficult time. Nicole (Sampson) and Allan Geddes

Diane and family So sorry to hear of Kayla's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

Our deepest condolences to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

To Kayla's family and friends, May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace. Please accept my sincere condolences.

I didn't know Kayla well but knew of her as we live just down the road from where her and Cody lived. I can't imagine his pain of losing her along with his Mom, Dad & sister. Our condolences to you Cody & family. I do know a special life was lost and she will be missed by all that knew her. It's never easy losing a loved one at any age. It's a tragic loss and I pray the memories of her get you through this time. God bless all of you to help you through. She is one of his angels now, may she R.I.P To Kayla's parents and extended families we send our condolences and prayers also. Ann & Chris Cordell & Violet Bonin

Diane, Vaughn and all of the Cotton Family, so very sorry to hear of Kayla's passing. So young and such a beautiful girl! Cherish your memories. Share them with those around you. They will help you get through this very difficult time.

Diane, Vaughn and Jacob, There are no words to express the sorrow we feel for such a great loss to you and all your families!! Although she was taken from you much too soon, she left her mark with everyone who knew her! She very much embraced life with so much energy! Our thoughts and prayers are with during these days and the days to come! May God's Grace be constantly with you!

Diane, Vaughn and Jacob, There are no words to express the sorrow we feel for such a great loss to you and all your families!! Although she was taken from you much too soon, she left her mark with everyone who knew her! She very much embraced life with so much energy! Our thoughts and prayers are with during these days and the days to come! May God's Grace be constantly with you!

Diane, Vaughn, Jacob & Family: There are no words that will lessen the devastation of this horrific accident. Our thoughts, hearts and prayers are with you all. Kayla's legacy will live on. She was such a wonderful example to her students, friends and family of what living was all about. Her smile, compassion, generosity and love of life were but a few of her attributes. Kayla has left you all with wonderful memories. We pray that those memories help you in the days ahead. May God surround you in his loving embrace and help you find strength in each new day. God Bless you. Eric & Donna George

Nothing could have prepared you for such a tragic loss. May family and friends comfort you during this difficult time. My deepest condolences to the whole family. Lisa Benoit

To: Pam, Vaughn, Richard, Edna and all family members: We were so shocked, saddened and in total disbelief when we received the news of Kayla's passing. Please pass our condolences along to the whole family. Another young life lost too soon. We will keep everyone in our hearts and prayers. Cline & Margaret Bourinot Largo, Florida

Dear Family and Friends: My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most very difficult time. Take Care and God Bless! (Kathleen Boudreau, St. Peter's)

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you To the parents,grand-parents, brother, her boyfriend , Cody,friends & relatives of Kayla: May she rest in peace, i will always remember the golden smile she shared with so many people. She was very kind hearted. from Roy and Darlene Sampson, Alliston, Ontario

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Vaughn, Dianne and Edna & Richard. I have no words that will make a difference, I heard of the accident through the facebook contacts, I haven't lived in Louisdale for a lot of years but I remember when she was born. I will keep you in my prayers, my sons, Corey, Julian and Luke send their condolences as well.

Dearest Diane, Vaughn, Edna, Richard, and family. There are no words we can say to ease your pain and suffering at this tragic time. Although miles and immediate family obligations separate us, we are still family, and we share your grief. We never got to know Kayla or many of our other relatives from her generation, but knowing all of you over the years, makes her a very special person to us. We will remember her. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and love. Our daughters Laura, Cheryl, and our son Warren, and their families, would also like to express their condolences.

Our deepest condolences to your family and all those who had the pleasure of knowing Kayla. God bless you.

To the parents, Cody,friends & relatives of Kayla: There are no words to appropriately convey how a tragedy of this magnitude must have impacted your life. My sincerest sympathies to all of you, I will pray for you. I have been down that road before when I lost my brother in an industrial accident. It was a huge shock and I wondered and asked questions and why? However, there are no answers with time and trusting our faith we do come to terms with the fact that we are all going to go back to our God someday. Kayla was a special lady, a beautiful teacher who was loved by all her students. In her short life she has touched many students and people. God must have seen that she had accomplished all that she could so this is why He chose to reward her at such a very young age. God Bless You Parents and all those who loved her so much. God will see you through this and someday you will understand why.

Our thoughts nd prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

So sorry for your loss my sincere sympathy to all the family

Diane, Vaughn, Jacob and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Kayla was such a beautiful person both inside and out. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Christian & Janelle Samson

To Kayla's family, I can not express how sorry I am for everything you are all going through. My heart breaks for the whole family. No words said at this time is ever going to make the pain go away, and in time things will heal in their own time. Kayla was an amazing person, very happy, very friendly, and very loved. I do not know her personally but can tell from the out pour of love from everyone who knew her has posted. She will be your Angel and will help you to heal and mend the broken heart. Always remember that she is with you and walking right beside you all, you may not feel her hand in yours, but she is walking with you and guiding you in this time of need. Again I am so sorry for your loss. Justine, Jason, Janet and Kevin (Louisdale)

An excellent teacher, but more importantly a wonderful young lady. She touched many students at Guysborough Academy. God bless you and your family during this incredibly difficult time. Your smile will never be forgotten.

Diane, Vaughn and family there are no words!! We are so deeply sorry for your great loss, your beautiful daughter was a pleasure to know, she always managed to make us smile whenever we were around her, she will be missed by so many!! From the very bottom of our hearts we offer our deepest sympathy to you all!! May God give you the strength to go on after this profound tragedy!! Gerard and Jeanne Boudreau

My sincere condolences to all the family & friends. My heart is filled with sorrow. She was a true angel sent to earth. Gone too soon.

Thinking of you so much in this difficult situation. My prayers go to you, family and friends. Courage.

I am at a loss for words there are none that describe what I feel just know that you and all your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Diane, as a mother I can't imagine what you are going through. I hope that your 26 years of memories of life with your beautiful daughter Kayla will provide you comfort and strength in the days ahead. You are in all our thoughts and prayers.

My condolences in this tragic time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of need. Kayla will be greatly missed.

Diane, I am so very sorry for the loss of Kayla and what you must be dealing with. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Kayla rest in peace.

Sending my deepest regrets to each and everyone of you. This is a difficult loss for all. Kayla was a dear sweet person with a heart of gold. She will be missed by ALL!