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Donald E. COX

Richmond, Virginia

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WILLIAMSBURG - Donald Emory Cox was born to this life April 2, 1947 and entered the embrace of his Savior Dec. 11, 2009. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Thomas Cox Jr. and Jacqueline Sanne Cox. Upon graduation from Randolph Macon College, Don taught and directed theatre in Fairfax...

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I will never forget Donald . He made me self aware on all fronts He was a coach a teacher and a friend He taught me life lessons I will forever value Thank you

I just found this and my heart is sadden. Mr. Cox changed my life in so many ways. He was amazing! He was the first teacher that believed in me. Mr. Cox was such a talented man who knew how to motivate and bring out the best in the art of acting.

Rest well PapaFat. i've visited this site before, but now that my dad is in hospital the finality of it all hits me hard and its not all drama. You taught me that drama is life, even though I was "just" your lighting and stage tech (and sometimetime actor/stooge) You are and will always be missed dear man. I wish everyone had had the chance to know you.

Your friend,
Dave "BFD" (Big Deal) Cowden

I have been trying to find Don for years, and sadly this is where I have found him. I owe much of my professional experience and discipline to this man. He has imprinted knowledge and wisdom in my life that I will never forget. Rest in peace you grand man. with love your stroller.

I was honored to have know this man. He was the one person who I could count on after moving to Virginia after losing my mom. He always believed in the good that was in each of us and always offered an ear and a shoulder to lean on. I'm am lucky to have had him play such an important part in my life!

I never learned so much from one man as I have from this one. Mr. Cox, you never let me down and always had me laughing. Not a day goes by when you don't cross my mind. I replay so many memories in my head from you. I miss you so deeply. But, throughout my day I can feel your presence. Keep watching over me, I know you will!

It is with great shock and sorrow that i read the news of the loss of Don Cox. I was telling people just tonight about the man who helped me to believe ~ in something ~ in art, in myself. He sent me on my way, to New York, with " An Actor Prepares" by Stanislavsky. It became as much of a guide for me as Don Cox had been. He will always be the inspiration, saving grace , hero, guide and dear friend who changed the course of my life forever. I cannot imagine how many broken hearts he has left...

Drama class was my sanctuary in high school. I learned so much about theatre and life. I met friends I still have after 39 years. Don cast me in my first play and here I am, still in the "biz" after all this time. Much gratitude for setting me on my journey.Oakton H.S.,Class of '74

No one person ever influenced my life the way Don did and I will always be grateful for that. Tonight I will light a candle and remember....