John Michael Cox

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John Cox Obituary

Cox, John Michael
Jun 27, 1966 - Feb 27, 2010
Ferguson, MO. John was born in Ames, IA to Michael and Shirley (Peake) Cox. He graduated from Elkhorn High School in 1984. John was a machinist by trade for several businesses in the St. Louis area. His spare time was spent working on cars, going to swap meets and attending car shows. He was a history buff and enjoyed fishing and spending time with family and friends. He is survived by his father, Mike (Jo) Cox of Burwell, NE; mother, Shirley Cox of Overland Park, KS; brother, Bill (Holly) Cox of Mabel, MN; step-sister, Marnie Phillips of Omaha, NE and step-brother, Ronald Koch of Portland, OR; nieces Miranda and Camryn Cox; Taylor Phillips; nephews, Bryant Cox; Chase and Logan Phillips; step-grandmother, Olga Cox; uncle, Fred Peake of Denver, CO; aunt, Nancy (Dan) Richart of Overland Park; KS.; several cousins, and his dog Chester.
John was preceded in death by his grandmothers, grandfathers, aunt, Barbara (Cox) Howell and cousin, D. Paul Richart.
VISITATION 6:30-8pm Thursday March 4th at Adams Funeral Home. SERVICES 11am Friday at Adams Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Ames Municipal Cemetery. ADAMS FUNERAL HOME
502 Douglas Ave Ames, IA 50010
515-232-5121

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Published by Omaha World-Herald from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for John Cox

8 Entries

Karen Petersen

March 14, 2010

Shirley and Mike,
My sister Mary just emailed me John's obituary. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Can't imagine how hard that must be. Thinking of you both. Karen Runyan Petersen

Lori

March 10, 2010

John is now an Angel looking down upon you!

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is over.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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Randy Braddock

March 5, 2010

I first met John at Skyline Elementary. We were friends all through Jr. High and High School. He had a great sense of humor. My condolences to his family.

Dennis "Barney" Barnett

March 5, 2010

First met John back in the early 90's in a bar and quickly became friends,playing pool and talking.Then didnt see him for awhile,then one day,saw him walking around in my apartment complex,turns out he was living there also,then he moved and didnt see him for awhile. Then one day at my work,saw John for an interview and he ended up working at CME for several years.I remember the one time at work ,he brought in a bag full of old glass bottles that he had dug up out of the ground at the side of his house.Everyday we couldnt wait to get to work to see how deep he was at now,digging.He had us laughing with his sense of humor,the lot next to his house,needed grass cutting,he told me,amazing what miracle-gro will do to it,turns out the owner of the lot sold it to John just so the guy didnt have to mess with the grass cutting.

John was one honest person that will tell you like it is and yet had you laughing with his brand of humor.

Will miss John greatly and my condolences to his family.

Melanie Brummels-Egger

March 4, 2010

John was one of the sweetest people I ever knew in high school. My condolences to his family. I am sure he will be greatly missed.

Terri Summerlin

March 4, 2010

John was sweet, honest and kind all through high school and not many people could do that! My condolences.

Todd Thorsteinson

March 4, 2010

John was one of the nicest people I knew. He could always make you laugh. John, I hope there are some old cars for you to work on wherever your at. You deserve it.

Melodee Barnett

March 3, 2010

John and his quirky humor will be missed.

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