Roger Dale Cox

1948 - 2017

HAYES - Roger Dale Cox, Sr., 69, died September 20, 2017, at Riverside Regional Medical Center after a lengthy illness. Roger was a Gloucester native born August 17, 1948 to Leslie and Sarah Cox. He was a true Marine serving his country during the Vietnam War and received numerous medals including the Purple Heart Medal. Roger enjoyed working in his garden, camping and listening to Bluegrass music. Roger's grandchildren were his pride and joy. He was a great guy that was loved, is missed, and will always be cherished. He was preceded in death by his parents; step son, Michael Howlett; and brother, Leslie Cox, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Jean Cox; sons, Dale Cox, Jr. (Nikki) and Chris Cox (Carol); grandchildren, Trey Cox, Bobby Cox and Anna Cox; step daughter, Micky Nieman (Jerry); 5 step grandchildren; sisters, Lynne Clarkson (Frank) and Joyce Jenkins; and brother, James Cox. Funeral service officiated by Reverend Bud Goude will be 2:30 p.m. Saturday, September 23, 2017, at Hogg Funeral Home, Gloucester Point. Interment will follow in Rosewell Memorial Garden Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday, September 22, 2017 from 7 until 8:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Please visit www.hoggfh.com to share condolences and memories with the family.