BORN
1945
DIED
2016
Tommy Cox Obituary
Tommy, at 16 yrs. of age, was hired by White Electric and trained as a residential electrician. Later he was trained by Ronnie Avery of Avery Electric for commercial sites. Both companies resided in Arlington, Tx.
Tommy formed Traffic Lighting Co. of Burleson, Tx., and subcontracted by Tx Dot, major corporations in the state of Texas, and Traffic Signal Inc. with Dan & Carl Meadors in Edmond, Okla.
The last 10 years of his career, Ed Green with Green Equipment Co., of Hurst, Tx., taught Tommy the locating business and Tommy formed TLC Locates to locate private underground utilities in the state of Texas. His hobbies entailed hunting and fishing across the United States, with Jerry Sheppard, Jerry Stringer, Carl Meadors, Tom & Debbie Boyer.
He and His wife, Nancy, recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last Nov. of 2015, with their family, Church family, neighbors, and friends.
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Jerry & Patti Sheppard
February 25, 2016
Mr.T, as our girls called him, was such a kind, gentle, helpful, faithful friend and companion to Jerry. He and Jerry enjoyed 30+ years of kidding each other, had fun calling each other "crip" and "dummy". They helped one another with projects, building, remodeling one another's homes and workshops. He and Jerry so enjoyed hunting, trapping animals, fishing and camping together. Tommy was a true friend, closer than some of our own family. He never embellished or had to outdo you. He didn't have to yell to get his point across. He always greeted us with a smile. Tommy was a quiet and honest man, a very hard worker with a BIG heart. Tommy was indeed a man of his word and was always willing to go the extra mile to support us and our girls. He helped Jerry when Jerry had had a car accident on icy roads. Tommy willingly drove on the ice and quickly came to Jerry's rescue. Another time, he helped Jerry search for SKIN that Jerry had cut off while making a knife and took Jerry to hospital to have it sewn back on. If we ever needed help, Tommy was always there. He and Nancy are just part of our family and though we know he's participating in the joy of heaven and is more alive now than he ever was, we miss him greatly and are looking forward to spending eternity with him.
February 12, 2016
Nancy...what a beautiful tribute to Tommy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
James and Nina Lee and family
Kevin & Tammy Cullers
February 11, 2016
I met Tommy at Lee's processing about 12 years ago when I was a carpenter. Tommy asked me if I wanted to do work for the City of Mansfield so that was the start of our friendship. I learned how good of a man he was and he was like a father to me. Tommy could do anything from electrical work to carpentry work. He could do anything he set his mind to. He was a great mentor to me with his work ethics and hunting skills. He always called me rascal. :) After meeting Nancy, they always welcomed me with open arms and I just adored them. He's deeply missed! I'm going to miss being called rascal. Our love and prayers are with you Nancy through this time.
Bill & Elaine Trantham
February 11, 2016
What powerful memories we have of the times Tommy spent with us here in Kansas. We so enjoyed having you both here for our open house when we showed our new home as well as the special times that weekend with you and Tommy. Bill and I, along with our children, especially Justin, will always remember you both and especially Tommy doing some riding, working calves, hunting, and sharing our friendship. Nancy, you are in our thoughts and prayers as we share your loss.
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Matt Ward
February 11, 2016
I'm so sorry we can't be there with you physically, but we're with you in spirit. Keep making your world a better place just like you always do. All of our love from Georgia. In Jesus, the Wards
Natalie Bush
February 10, 2016
Nancy, my prayers are with you. You and Tommy have always been an inspiration of a true friendship and love. It is such an honor to see the love of Christ displayed through your marriage. May God continue to bless you and comfort you. Prayers for you my special friend. Van & I love you.
February 10, 2016
Tommy was like a little brother to me. He went to work for me at White Electric as a 16 year old working at a local Grocery store. He like myself had a deep interest in Electricity and became a good electrician. We were togeather eating lunch when the news of President Kennedy being shot came over the radio. Tommy and I hunted deer togeather but the main thing he did was introduce me to Retta Bapt Church. I will really miss my little brother.
Keli and Thomas Elliott
February 10, 2016
Mr T. And Miss Nancy came into our lives during a routine weeknight church visitation - back in the day when people did that. Daddy and Mr T soon became inseparable. Since I was a daddy's girl, I hung around them a lot. Mr T always had a silly smile on his face and something funny to say. He liked to call my sister and I "rugrats" and I always felt it was a term of endearment.
We spent many holiday celebrations together over the years. Most recently we would quietly talk about how sad it was to see his mental decline. His sense of humor was still evident though. Everytime I greeted him I would say "hello handsome" and he'd reward me with that little silly smile of his.
I love you Mr T. I'll look forward to seeing your silly smile again in heaven where I'm sure you are keeping Jesus laughing.
Dusti Vick
February 10, 2016
Tommy was a wonderful man. I remember when we used to go hunting he would lay out candy for me in the deer stand the night before so I could have a snack. He always called me rugrat and I called him Mr T. I loved him dearly. Thank you for sharing your lives with us Nancy. You both will always be our family. We love u so much.
Rocky & Amy Lawless
February 10, 2016
Nancy,as I lift you up in prayer I hope you feel our love and hugs. You hold a special place in our hearts from our Retta days.
Jeannetta Dickenson
February 10, 2016
Tommy was such a wonderful Godly man. We all here on earth will miss his gentle presence. Nancy is constantly in our prayers. Robert and Jeannetta Dickenson
Debra McCauley
February 9, 2016
Tommy was one of the best man I have ever seen or known. It has been such an honor to have him as my cousin. There is nothing he would not do for me or my children. My children have always considered and called you and Nancy Aunt and Uncle.
You both are the finest Christian people being loved and cherished by so many family and friends. I will miss Tommy and his sweet grin. My love and prayers go out to you Nancy.
February 9, 2016
So sorry to hear of this loss. He was such a sweet, quiet man. Our hearts and prayers go out to Nancy. What an example of a Godly couple.Lincoln and Dawn Bechtol Fulton TX
Dennis Cottrell
February 9, 2016
Tommy was just a good man. I had the highest respect for him. Praying for you Nancy
Tommy and Nancy dancing at 50th Anniversary party
Darla Jurries
February 9, 2016
D.J. Lewandowski
February 9, 2016
Tommy was like a brother to me What a wonderful man he was I am Nancy's Aunt Dorothy living in Wisconsin God bless my Nancy and keep her safe I know Patti Sheppard took care of her as I was not able to be there God bless Jerry and Patti Sheppard for being their best friends. love them I will miss Tommy
Robert field
February 9, 2016
an awesome display of Gods love lived right before us he will be missed but the best part about the hope we have in Christ is we will all be reunited once again to never be separated ever again what a joy that brings, Tommy you were an inspiration to us all. Robert & Melodee Field Rockport TX
February 9, 2016
Tommy was always such a gentleman, what a privilege to have known him. My prayers go out to Nancy and the rest of his family. Vikki Blauvelt.
Augie Gardino
February 9, 2016
God has Blessed so many of us, with the opportunity to be part of Tommy and Nancy's circle of friends. I have known them for over 14 years and have always cherished their friendship. Tommy was always so willing to take time to help with anything that he could, and there was an endless supply of knowledge, that he was willing to share. Tommy will always be remembered as a Special Friend and will be missed dearly by everyone who knew him.
Shelley Taylor
February 9, 2016
What a wonderful life you and Tommy shared! What an honor to witness the love of Christ through a couple He put together! What an inspiration your marriage has been.
Barney & I love you!
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