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Thomas John Cox M.D.

1930 - 2015

Thomas John Cox M.D. obituary, 1930-2015, Shorewood, WI

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Thomas Cox Obituary

Cox, Thomas John M.D. Entered Eternal Life on July 17, 2015, surrounded by his children at Horizon Hospice, at the age of 85. Born on March 18, 1930, son of Dr. John and Sophie Cox. Survived by his children; Ellen (Greg) Cernjar, Patrick (Val), Dan (Pattie), Tim (Kathy), Mike, and Mary (Tom) Winslow; daughter-in-law, Lisa Raeber-Cox, 15 grandchildren, 5 step-grandchildren, 5 great-grandchildren, 2 step great-grandchildren, sister Patricia Gonring, brother-in-laws Robert Stemper and Robert DeBruin, sister-in-law Priscilla Vandenberg, a host of nieces, nephews, and a multitude of lifelong friends. Tom was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years Patricia (nee Vandenberg), his son Dennis, and his 3 sisters Geraldine (Steven) Keane, Mary (Robert) Smith and Kate Stemper. Dr. Cox attended Marquette University High School, Marquette University and graduated from Marquette University Medical School in 1954. In 1958 he joined Dr. Robert Flood as he began his medical practice; together they grew the Glendale Clinic. During his career Dr. Cox was most proud of serving as President of St. Mary's Hospital from 1985 to 1988. He dedicated his life to his Catholic Faith, his family, his profession and to all things Marquette. The Cox Family extends a very heartfelt thank you to the entire staff of Horizon Hospice-Columbia St. Mary's for their compassionate, gentle and loving care during Dad's stay. Family will greet friends on Wednesday, July 22, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM at Lumen Christi Catholic Church, corner of N. Range Line Road and W. Mequon Road, Mequon, followed by the celebration of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Burial will take place at St. James Cemetery following the Mass. Family will also greet friends at a reception at the church hall following the burial. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Dr. Cox's name may be made to Lumen Christi Catholic Church Building Fund, 11300 N. St. James Lane 28 West, Mequon, WI 53092 or Horizon Hospice, 8949 North Deerbrook Trail, Brown Deer, WI 53223.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Jul. 19 to Jul. 21, 2015.

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Julie & Nolan Voltz-Caswell

July 22, 2015

Our condolences to the Cox family. Dr. Cox and the Glendale Clinic were there for our family for as long as I can remember; proper care and comfort were prescribed in large doses. Our thanks to Dr. Cox for taking such good care of us. May he now find peace and comfort. Blessings to you all.

Tom & Lynne DeBruin

July 22, 2015

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I have really great memories of coming to your house when I was a kid. Your Dad and Mom were a part of our lives when we were young. I wish my brothers and I could all be with you to share memories and saying goodbye. Love you guys and arms around all of you and big hugs.

Terry Head

July 22, 2015

RIP Dr Cox: Thanks so much for all the kindness throughout my life: To all the Cox's I am sorry: Another of the greatest generation has moved on to their reward. It is our duty to continue in their great tradition and live life to the fullest. In my recently passed brother's Ken's message to all: Live life to the fullest and remember to Eat your dessert first! RIP Dr Cox

Mike and Susan DeBruin

July 22, 2015

As a young boy living in St. Paul, our family would travel to Milwaukee at least once a year,and always see the Cox family. I have very fond memories of my uncle Tom, my aunt Patty, and all their children. They were then, and always have been, warm, sharing, caring, wonderful people. Tom, like the family members that preceded him in death, will be greatly missed. May the great memories of the times you had with your father sustain you through the difficult times.

Lynn Stephens

July 21, 2015

To the Cox family from Lynn Stephens,
My folks Don and Dottie and I were such great admirers of both your Mom and Dad and brother.. Have many many fond memories of time spent witth them. Sending light and love to your family.. What a gift to all people that they touched! Thank you!
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July 21, 2015

Our deepest condolences to the entire Cox family. We wish you the best and hope that your sadness and sense of loss will be tempered by knowing that Dr Cox is at peace. I greatly enjoyed visiting with Dr Cox at Austins graduation party. He was a pleasure to talk with and get to know.

All our love

The Brown family

Tom Doyle

July 21, 2015

I know they are together with Shirley too. Greatest guy in my life. Also saved it by getting me in with Dr. Johnson for my heart surgery. Love and condolences to all of you from Tom up here in Eagle River. Will see you tomorrow.

michael minash

July 21, 2015

to all - the kindness your father showed me as a doctor and later as a friend - kind - caring - that is your father....... Michael l. Minash.

July 20, 2015

To the best family doctor there was! He gave above and beyond not only to his patients but to so many Dominican functions! Bless your family during this difficult time! He was kind and humble man!
The Kubiak Family

Finian Flood

July 20, 2015

Tom Cox was a GREAT guy - Period. Compassionate, strict, fair. My father acknowledged several times how he was instrumental in, and a true partner in their venture, Glendale Clinic. They had a great, unquestioning respect for each other that few of us will ever know. Great partnership & lasting friendship!
I always remembered him scolding me as he would Dennis(we both earned it - often). He talked to us, listened to understand,then put the hammer down. I appreciated it - great parent to us ...
I finally had that appreciation talk with him recently. He simply gave me a smile of acknowledgment and then gave me a big hug, no words.....
The Cox family has had a rough year with the loss of Patty, Dennis, and now Tom. Our family will remember the good times....

Bridget Smith

July 20, 2015

A most wonderful uncle! I send my sincere condolences to all the family at this difficult time, especially after the recent passing of Aunt Pat and Dennis. My prayers are with you all. I wish I could be with you in Mequon on Wednesday to share in this special goodbye.
Your cousin,
Bridget Smith

Jim and Robin High

July 20, 2015

Pat, Val and Cox family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We did not have the honor of knowing Dr. Cox but he must have been a wonderful man to have a son like Pat.

July 19, 2015

Hello and condolences to the Cox family. Joseph Perez, Physician Assistant at St. Mary's Hospital. Worked with Drs. Collentine, Conway, Ovitt, & Melkonian from 1972-1990. Always enjoyed talking to Dr.Cox, especially about Apollo Beach which was near my home in East Tampa Florida. Such a gentleman and a fine physician. It was a privilege to know him and the other physicians in his group, especially Dr. Flood. May he rest in peace.

J. Perez, PA

Thomas Bouchard

July 19, 2015

Dear Cox family,
The Bouchard family knows the heartbreak your feeling all too well, as we lost both mom & dad six months to the day of each other, Dr. Cox played a big part in all of our lives, as he not only delivered all Seven of us but helped watch over us to make sure we stayed heathy, long gone are the days of doctor visits at home, if we needed it he was there, it could've been 3 in the morning didn't matter he was there...

Thank you again Dr. Cox, you will be missed..rest in peace

Ed Bangs, Jr

July 19, 2015

What a tragic year for the Cox family! I'm so sorry you've had to adjust to having so many in the family leave you. Try to remember all the good times & how happy you were together.

Jim and Joyce Mallon

July 19, 2015

Condolences to ALL the Cox family. Sorry we can't be with you to bid our old dear friend goodbye.

Richard Ward

July 19, 2015

I wanted to express my condolences to Mary and all the Cox family. Dr. Cox was an excellent doctor, father and friend. All were lucky who knew him.

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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Lumen Christi Catholic Church

corner of N. Range Line Road and W. Mequon Road, Mequon, WI

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Mass of Christian Burial

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Lumen Christi Catholic Church

corner of N. Range Line Road and W. Mequon Road, Mequon, WI

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