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Dale Cox Obituary
Germantown, TN
Mr. Dale W. Cox, co-founder and CEO of Memphis-based Good Advertising passed away after a brave struggle with cancer. Mr. Cox was 74 years old and leaves behind his wife, Ellen Isaacman Cox; three children, Julie, Brian, and David Cox, three grandchildren, Forrest, Grace, and Ethan, and a godson, Kris Ostvoll.
His long career in marketing and sales began at Silver Dollar City, in Missouri, the Aircraft Sales Division of Memphis Aero, in Memphis, and in 1982 he co-founded Good Advertising with his wife, Ellen, and partner, Barney Street. Good Advertising is a full-service Memphis advertising agency which, over the years, has handled clients like Malone and Hyde, Federal Express, Memphis ZOO, and Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation. An avid photographer and woodworker, Dale was an accomplished Master craftsman and leader in the Memphis Camera Club. He sold many of his photographs in support of worthy causes, including the Memphis Child Advocacy Center. Mr. Cox graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Electrical Engineering.
Dale was an exceptionally good man - caring, thoughtful, and loving to all whom he came in contact with. He rarely encountered a broken thing he couldn't fix and loved to go on long road trips with Ellen.
The family requests that donations be made to the Memphis Advocacy Center or the Dale Cox Memorial Fund at the Memphis Camera Club.
A Memorial Service will be held at Memphis Memorial Park Funeral Home on Poplar Avenue, Thursday afternoon at 5 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
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Nilesh Phillips
August 2, 2016
Dearest Ellen - Condolences to you and your family; Dale is in our prayers
Jennifer Garland
August 1, 2016
Dear Ellen and family -
My deepest condolences on the loss of your dear husband, father and friend. We are thinking of you in this difficult time. Jennifer
Leanne Ashfield
July 29, 2016
So sorry for your loss Ellen. Condolences to you and your family.
Mike Petrucci
July 28, 2016
Heartfelt condolences Ellen. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Ana Herrera-Malone
July 28, 2016
Ellen, sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you on this difficult time.
Patti Becton
July 28, 2016
I've worked with Ellen and wanted to send my condolences to her and the family. I am sorry for your loss. Patti Becton - Accenture
July 28, 2016
So sorry for your loss. Mr. Cox was such a sweet man always friendly. My thoughts and prayers are for the family and his work family at Good Advertising. My heart goes out to you.
Sandy Stacy 'CTSI'
Leslie Pannell
July 27, 2016
Love and prayers for Dale's family as they are left with memories of a wonderful person. So glad the last road trip was memorable (based on Facebook pictures)! Hold the memories tight.
Sanjay Mishra
July 27, 2016
Dale you were a very humble and kind man. I loved talking to you on varied subjects from photography to world politics. My brief interaction with you left an indelible mark on me of humility and humbleness that you always displayed. Your neighbor... I will always miss you.
Craig Collier
July 27, 2016
I remember the first time I met Dale. It was at a MCC meeting. He welcomed me and asked about me and my photography. He was always generous with his advice and his time. I know Dale will be missed my his friends, family and his business associates.
July 27, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss Ellen! I will definitely keep you in my prayers.
-Karen Hill
Janice Sasseen
July 27, 2016
It was an honor to work with such a talented gentleman. One of your beautiful photographs hangs on a wall in my office today. Thank You.
Julie Cox
July 27, 2016
Until we meet again, Dad. I love you.
Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemetery
July 27, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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