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John W. Cox


Sunrise: July 9, 1930

Sunset: August 14, 2019

John William Cox, 89, of Virginia Beach, Virginia passed away on Wednesday, August 14, 2019.  He was born on July 9, 1930 in Preston, Webster County, Georgia to the late Mr. Eugene Cox and Wilma Hawkins.  He is also preceded in death by his daughter, Ms. Katrina Fannin.  John is survived by his companion, Mrs. Helen Sellers; three daughters, Dr. Karanita Ojomo (Olatunde), Ms. Adrienne Cox and Mrs. Ava Lun (Robert); two sons, Mr. Karlton Cox and Mr. Kericke Cox (Renee); one sister, Mrs. Wilma Bradshaw; seven grand-children; eight great grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews.

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    Keejafee Outlaw says

    Prayers To The Cox Family!! Mr Cox will Truly Be Missed!!

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    Dr. Ebenezer & Mrs. Margaret Kolajo says

    II Corinthians 5:1 “For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in heavens.” May his soul rest in peace with the Lord.

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    Gwendolyn G Hockaday says

    Our deepest sympathy to the Cox family. We keep you in our prayers.
    Sandy & Gwen Hockaday, Family

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    Retha Alexander says

    I am saddened over the loss of Mr. John W. Cox. He has and always will be in my heart. He was a very kind, thoughtful and respectful man. My deepest sympathies to Helen Sellers and to the entire Cox family. I pray for your peace and comfort during this time.

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