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Glenn Cox Obituary

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COX, Glenn, "Doug" 67, of Beavercreek, passed away unexpectedly Friday, August 26, 2005 at Kil-Kare Speedway. He was preceded in death by his parents Conley Cox and Ernistine Cox, his brother Sam Cox, and sister Jackie Westray. He is survived by his wife Sandra Cox of 46 years, his son Christopher and Deborah Cox, two daughters, Lori and Steve Ward, Melissa and Greg Edwards, his brother Harold Ray Cox and sister Mary and Ken Myers, ten grandchildren, Ben, Sara, Keith, Kevin, Erin, Kerry, Molly, Jessica, Lyndsey, and Maggie as well as numerous other family members. Mr. Cox was a former owner of Fairgrounds Optical of Dayton, and was currently employed at Gemini Eye Care of Beavercreek. Family and friends may visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 3940 Kettering Blvd., Kettering, Ohio 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. Tuesday, August 30, 2005. A Memorial Mass will be held at St. Charles Catholic Church, 4500 Ackerman Blvd., Kettering, Ohio at 10:00 A.M. Wednesday, August 31 2005. in lieu of flowers contributions can be made to a charity of your choice. Expressions of sympathy may be made at www.newcomerfamily.com

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Aug. 29, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Glenn Cox

16 Entries

Taken May 29th 2005

Christopher Cox

September 4, 2005

I just thought those of you that don't have a recent photo of Doug might like to see this. This was taken at Ben's Graduation, His oldest Grandchild

George and Lori Hellmund

September 1, 2005

George and I would would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Cox family during this very difficult and sad time. We had the pleasure of photographing some Cox family weddings and we know what a very nice family you are. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you in the palm of His hand until you all meet again.

Bill Sutherland

September 1, 2005

I had the pleasure of meeting Doug when I was preping our bus about 2 weeks prior to the race. I was introduced to him when he asked for help to unload some supplies he used to paint his bus. From that point on I saw him several times at the track and could'nt resist shooting the breeze with him learning several things about his life. He told me about his Mickey Mouse collection and how he had to have his "mouse ears" on his bus. He also helped me find my wifes wedding ring that she lost while helping me paint our bus. My Wife, Mother-in-law, Father, Step-mom and kids all had the opportunity to meet Doug while helping me with my bus and all have a story to tell about him from the little time we spoke with him. My family would like to send our prayers and condolences to the Cox family and Doug will always be in our thoughts.

Sharon Bommarito

August 31, 2005

I am Doug's niece, and God-daughter. In thinking about Doug's death, I have to find comfort knowing that he died doing what he loved. I think the Doug I will remember is the one who was always up waiting for two highschool girls who were late coming back from a football game...that terrifying look he had, but somehow...under it...THE GRIN. Now that I am an adult and a parent, I know his magic well...he was a dad when mine was not there, and he will always have a place as "dad" in my heart. I love you all and will pray for you in the weeks to come...what a huge loss, words just don't suffice.

lyndsey edwards

August 31, 2005

Hey i just wanted to thank all the people who supported us through all of our troubles

his granddaughter

Christopher Cox

August 31, 2005

As Doug's Son I would like to Thank ALL of you from the Family for your kind words and prayers. Doug loved life and everyone that he came in contact with knew it. He is at Peace now, no longer with us in body but his SPIRIT will live on in everyone he touched. God Bless all of you and again Thank You from the Family.

Tim & Tammy Ashley

August 31, 2005

We just wanted to send our prayers to the whole Cox family.God Bless !

Robin Rieske

August 31, 2005

Mom told me about Doug and I wanted to pass on my condolences. I have many fond memories of Doug from when I would visit Aunt Ginny , one of his neighbors and good friends. My love and prayers go out to all of you. Take care, Robin

PS Mike is in Kosovo and also wrote that Doug was a positive influence in his life.

EILEEN SCHECKELHOFF HESS

August 31, 2005

Sandy,

So sorry to hear of Doug's passing.We had such fun at Liberal. Doug taught my kids to wear contacts and they remember him to this day.Sandy if i can do anything for you please let me know. You have my deepest sympathy and are in our prayers.

Eileen and Bob Hess

paul(jcs window cleaning) witt

August 31, 2005

Im so very sorry to hear about Doug's passing.

I have known him for some time, I cleaned his windows @ his pearl stores and then later @ gemini. I will miss our talkes very munch!and his zest for life!

Sonja Poffenberger

August 30, 2005

What a great loss. Doug is an inspiration and one of a kind. Great teacher, patient mentor, compassionate friend ...a man who did not know the meaning of giving up. It was a pleasure working with him and knowing him. My prayers are with his family.

patsy charron

August 30, 2005

i'm so sorry to here of doug's passing. he is a terrific guy, and lots of fun to be around. condolences to his wife sandy, his children, and grandchildren, doug will be sadly missed by all who knew, and loved him.

Gary and Pat Feverston

August 29, 2005

What a shock to get a call from our mutual friend Bob Galloway - saying that Doug had been killed Friday night. We all had been high school friends at Fairmont High School in Kettering and after we moved to Florida in the 1970's we didn't see as much of Doug. Missed him at all the Fairmont HS Reunions! Please forward our condolences to Sandy and their family as well as Doug's sister Mary. He will be missed. Gary and Pat Feverston

Paul Bier

August 29, 2005

I am Doug's nephew (Sandy's sister's son) and have only wonderful and memorable times that I remember about Doug. Whether it was when I was a little boy and scared to death of him for no reason; or the time he tried to beach himself on his water skis...my memories abound. I will not be able to get to Dayton for the funeral as I have recently started a new job; but I can only imagine what his family is experiencing and they are in my prayers. I will always remember his grin that let you KNOW he was up to something.

Harold Moore

August 29, 2005

It was a pleasure knowing and working with Doug.

MATT JOHNSON

August 29, 2005

I just meet Doug about two weeks ago while painting my school bus. Doug was full of great stories and would actually talk my ear off to the point that I told him that we should get back to painting our buses. Doug was very excited to take part in the school bus race and was over joyed that his granddaughter was able to come out and put her painted hand print on his bus. Friday, 8/26/05, will always be remebered by many and forgotten by few. Doug is now in a better place and is now looking down on his beloved family and friends.

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