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Howard Winfield Cox

Frederick, Maryland

Nov 5, 1949 – Jul 28, 2025

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BORN
November 5, 1949
DIED
July 28, 2025
LOCATION
Frederick, Maryland

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Howard Winfield Cox died peacefully on July 28, 2025, in Frederick, Maryland. A highly regarded federal attorney, investigator, educator and author, Howard was 75. His cause of death was a rare genetic disease, myelofibrosis.At the start of his wide-ranging 40-year career in the federal...

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Our family in Minnesota and Colorado extends heartfelt condolences to the Cox family on the loss of Howard. Though we never had the privilege of meeting him in person, his light and energy came through in the stories shared with us by his son, Jimmy. Howard's memory and legacy will surely live on, carried forward in the love of your family and the many memories you all hold dear. Please know we are keeping you close in our thoughts during this difficult time. In Howard’s honor, we have made a...

Howard carried a brilliance that never stood still-his mind forever stretching, his spirit forever growing. To him, achievement was not a destination but a journey upward, a steady raising of his own bar. He did this quietly, without need for praise or applause. His reward was simpler and greater: the quiet satisfaction of doing what was right, and doing it as well as it could be done. Besides a great friend, Howrad was a wonderful example of a great man.

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Dear Sharon and family, We are so sorry to hear of Howard´s passing. I have some wonderful memories of all of us cousins growing up together in the Bronx and visiting Aunt Mary and Uncle Howard in Bergenfield for family gatherings. We were all very close growing up together ..... happy times. He accomplished so much in life both professionally and personally. Again, condolences to all. We will miss those hilarious Christmas cards. Tommy and Karen ( Fitzgerald ) Loflin

Dear Sharon and Family, I was deeply saddened to learn of Howard´s passing. I had the distinct honor of working with him when he served as the AIGI at the Agency. His sharp intellect and quick wit was unmatched. A leader and patriot it was an honor to call Howard a true friend.

Howard has been a friend and coworker for over 40 years. He was an especially talented federal attorney and investigator who was a leader in several U. S. Government wide initiatives to combat fraud, waste and abuse. He was also an accomplished professor for many years. Howard´s smile and personality will always remain with us. To Sharon and the Cox family, please accept my condolences on your loss. May your lifetime of wonderful memories of Howard give you some comfort at this...

Dear Sharon and family, I was so sorry to hear about Howard's passing. I know this must be hard for all of you. He was a great person and had a wonderful sense of humor. May his memory be a blessing. Bea Gordon

Howard taught for the Institute for Learning in Retirement program at Frederick Community College. He taught history classes and the students always gave him high marks. He was professional and dedicated to providing the students with a wonderful experience. He will be greatly missed by us here at the college.