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MICHAEL COX Obituary
MICHAEL D. COX
We celebrate the memory and mourn the loss of Michael D. Cox who passed at the age of 68 on Monday, December 3, 2018 from complications of multiple myeloma. Cox was an exacting Facilities Manager Contractor for the U.S. Coast Guard who retired after over 20 years with Navy Federal Credit Union. He took immense pride in his job and his historic home in Silver Spring, Maryland. Mike, who grew up in the Chicago area, was preceded in death by his father, Duane Cox, and mother, Collette Cox, who passed only last July. He is mourned by his 38 year partner and husband, Jim Thompson and his extended family, sister, Susan Fletcher from Marion, Iowa, her husband, Michael Fletcher and their two children, Matthew Fletcher and Elizabeth McDougal, California cousins, Bradley, Michael, and Barbara Zaller, as well as great-nephew, Cameron Zaller, and Maryland godchildren, Colleen and Lindsay Kaufman. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, December 11 at Francis J. Collins Funeral Home at 500 University Boulevard West in Silver Spring, MD 20901, at 10 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society.www.CollinsFuneralHome.com
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Shannon Lau
December 12, 2018
I worked with Mike for approx 19 years at NFCU. He was a kind man, with a gentle spirit. I'm saddened to hear the news of his passing. Sending my thoughts and prayers to his family, especially his partner Jim Thomspon. May Mike Rest in Peace.....
December 12, 2018
I worked with Mike on an almost daily basis at NFCU for about 10 years. He was easy going and a very likable guy. I really enjoyed working with him. My condolences and prayers for his family and friends.
Chi Nguyen
December 11, 2018
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R T
December 11, 2018
Mike was encouraging and inspirational in his kaleidoscope view of the world. He saw the beauty and hope in things a little less polished. My condolences to his family for the loss and void. Peace in knowing the love you shared.
Patrice Higgins
December 10, 2018
My deepest sympathies to the family of Mike Cox. He will truly be missed at US Coast Guard Base National Capital Region.
Romans 15:33
December 10, 2018
You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you peace and strength to keep you going during your time of sorrow.
December 10, 2018
So sorry for your Loss, Mike was a fantastic Person and the memories and good times while being in his presence will be fondly remembered.
With Much Love, Cliff & Tim
December 10, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with the family during this time.
-PB
December 10, 2018
Condolences for the loss of your loved one. May God comfort your hearts and provide strength during this time of sorrow.
December 10, 2018
My condolences to the family. May the peace of God and the fond memories you cherish comfort and sustain you in your time of need.
-RM
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