Leroy "Cowboy" Cox

Leroy "Cowboy" Cox obituary, Lake Charles, LA

Leroy "Cowboy" Cox

Leroy Cox Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by James Funeral Home - Lake Charles on Oct. 12, 2022.

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Leroy "Cowboy" Cox was born February 6, 1948 in Lafayette, Louisiana to the late Otis and Alberta Espree Cox.. He resided in Lake Charles most of his life and was known by everyone. Mr. Cox retired from Big Dad's Cab Service and was the "football chain man" for over thirty five years, beginning with Marion High School transitioning to Washington Marion Magnet High School. He loved football games and fishing. He departed this life Monday, October 10, 2022 at 9:50AM in Lake Charles.
He leaves to cherish his memories his daughter, Michelle Gradney (Antonio Walden): caregiver and mother of his daughter, Fannie Chavis; and special friend, Rose.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Joe Espree and Onelia Jones.
The family would like to send a special thanks to Heart of Hospice.
His visitation will be Saturday, October 22, 2022 from 9AM with his funeral following at 10AM, at New Light Baptist Church located at 2514 Lake Street, Pastor Isaiah Thibodeaux. Services are directed by James Funeral Home
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