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for Philip Cox
September 30, 2013
Dear Ones: I just learned that this Guest Book existed, so I'm a little late in adding to it. I have many good memories of Phil. He was such a great brother. He didn't drop me in the water when carrying me across the creek with a wet firecracker that went off in his mouth. He helped us dig a "swimming pool" in the back yard out in the country in West Terre Haute. He helped clean out a small room in our garage so we could have a playhouse. He taught me how to ride a two-wheeler. When we moved to Hammond, he and our cousin Norman left me to walk home alone on the first day of school, and had to come back to get me. (I forgave him.) I can still see him and Bob Alyea talking airplanes out on the boulevard at 510 Cherry St. and making all the noises and gestures of dive bombers strafing the enemy (WWII). I can see the two of them seated at a workbench in our basement, building model airplanes. (That's how he got the name "Turtle-neck, Pinhead, Balsawood Brain"!) I remember him coming to help Mom and Corlie and me move the sewing machine down the stairs, all of us struggling with that heavy and unwieldy thing and laughing so hard we made ourselves weak. He got such a kick out of the green Cushman motor scooter he bought and rode all over the neighborhood, giving all the kids rides. I remember Phil and Bob Alyea rowing a boat around the fields across Harrison Avenue when we had a big rain that flooded most of the area. It was fun watching him play baseball with the church ball team. He was a pretty good player. I remember one of the few all-family vacations we spent in a cabin on a lake in Wisconsin. You went with us, Doris. Though it rained every single day, you kept us entertained reading stories from some old magazines we found there. And I always think of the dormer between our two upstairs rooms where Phil had a little plaque that read "Friendship ain't just claspin' hands and sayin' 'Howdy do'. Friendship grips a feller's heart, and warms it through and through." Phil was a great big brother, and a good friend, too. I'm so glad that I got to spend a week with him last April. It was good to reminisce with him and Corlie, Harold and you and hear him spout pun after pun. What a wry sense of humor! What a guy! I'll miss him.
Love, Judy Belle
September 25, 2013
Our sweet Doris, Barbie, Christal, Robin, and all the rest of the family -
it's hard to know what to say as it was hard for people to say to us at the Homegoing of our precious son, Mark, just six years ago. Phil was the BEST brother there could EVER be. Just be assured of our continuing prayers for you. May the presence of our Heavenly Father surround you with His comfort and peace. We love you so much.
Harold and Corlie
September 20, 2013
Dear Doris and Family,
Bob and I are so sorry for your loss. We know it is hard to say good bye, but we also know Phil is saying hello to His Lord. The promise of seeing loved ones again is what we hang on to. Praying for all of you.
Bob and Grace Beezie
Patricia Fry
September 19, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I recall how much he enjoyed Desiree's wedding. How fortunate you all were to have had him for so long.
Wishing you Christ's peace,
Pat Fry (Rossner)
Rachel and Josh Wooley
September 19, 2013
My husband and I had the pleasure of being invited to the family's home in Wheatfield. Mr.Cox showed us his beautiful planes, and you could tell he was so proud of them. I know that he is looking down from Heaven and keeping a loving eye on his family. Everyone was truly blessed to have him in their life. God Bless.
Diane York (Baker)
September 19, 2013
Dear Cox Family,
So, so sorry to learn of Phil's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marilyn Hunter
September 18, 2013
To the Cox Family,
Thoughts and prayers are with you. Our family lived on the "other corner" of our Highway Avenue block, and I remember you, and how my folks enjoyed seeing the girls grow up. Many bicycle rides around that block brought friendly waves and smiles. God Bless You All.
Sincerely,
Marilyn (Bacon) Hunter
Herm & Barb Hoge
September 18, 2013
Dear Ones ALL !! Herm & I read about Phil's Homegoing with much sadness - and yet - with happiness that he is out of his suffering body !! Oh how we cherish the many memories of our life long friendship with him & you, Doris - also the girls & Judy & Corliss !! You are in our prayers as you walk this very difficult journey of loss. Heaven seems ever so much sweeter now - doesn't it !? (If that is possible) Much love to you all !! Wish we could be there to give hugs in person - but send them anyhow !!
Jessica Sherbit
September 18, 2013
Desiree nad family,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your grandpa, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Carol (Dutchie) Dobyns
September 18, 2013
Knowing Phil since my childhood and a friend to my parents was a pleasure. Whenever his name came up it was always said "What a nice guy." Always ready with a smile.
Kathleen O'Day
September 18, 2013
Dear Doris,
I read this notice with great sadness. I know that your faith will sustain you and your memories of such a long life together will be a comfort. I will keep you in my prayers and thoughts. Chuck always told me what a nice guy Phil was. May God give you strength at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Kathy O'Day
September 18, 2013
Dear Des and Family, I am so sorry to learn about the loss of your beloved grandfather. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love,
Alexis
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