Donald P. Cox

1936 - 2022

Donald P. Cox, 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 3, 2022, in Mountain Home, Arkansas.

Don was born July 3, 1936, in Janesville, Wisconsin, to Joseph H. and Gertrude L. (Heller) Cox. He married Mary Ann Gsell on June 2, 1956.

Don worked with his cousin, Bob Hansen, for many years building and remodeling several homes in the Janesville area. In 1961 he joined the Janesville Police Department, and retired as a lieutenant in 1990. Don and Mary Ann relocated from Milton, Wisconsin, to Arkansas to enjoy fishing, golfing, and the milder winters. They made many fall trips to South Dakota to help friends with harvesting.

Don was an excellent woodworker, and gifted family and many friends with beautiful rocking chairs, grandfather clocks and other lovely items. Don learned the art of caning chairs from his uncle and donated several caned rockers. He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Mountain Home. Don volunteered extensively for his church and hospice, and served many years on the local water board.

Don is survived by his sister, Carol Hurley; cousin Ruth (Lewis) Martin; a nephew; several nieces; and many great-nephews and nieces.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife Mary Ann; daughter Kim; brother George; and cousin Robert Hansen.

Don's family extends heartfelt gratitude to his dear friend and "adopted" daughter, Sharon Fabich, and her family for all of their love and care.

Visitation will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, with a memorial service to follow at 11 a.m., at First United Methodist Church, with the Rev. Daniel Thueson officiating. Inurnment will be at Milton Cemetery in Milton, Wisconsin.

Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church or Hospice of the Ozarks.

Arrangements are by Kirby & Family Funeral and Cremation Services-Mountain Home, Arkansas. Visit an online obituary and guestbook at www.kirbyandfamily.com.