John Cox Obituary
John H. Cox, 74, died January 19, 2026 at the Fairfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Crownsville Md. He was born August 10, 1951 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of Charles L. and Ruth E. Cox. John graduated from Centennial High School in Champaign-Urbana, Illinois in 1970.
Following graduation he worked as an automotive technician at various GM automotive dealerships in Illinois. John returned to MD in 1973 and went to work for various GM dealerships in Bowie and Annapolis. He attained his GM Master Mechanic certification while at Genderson Chevrolet in Annapolis, MD. John was the chief mechanic for the Genderson sponsored Race cars that raced on the IMSA Circuit for several years.
John retired from the automotive industry to move back home to take care of his mother until her passing in 2022. John was an avid fisherman and always had his fishing rods handy, thus his nickname “Catfish” was so appropriate. Surviving are his brothers Charles Cox of Seffner, FL and James Cox of Crownsville, MD.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
People and places connected with John
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for John Cox
Make a Donation
in John Cox's name
How to support John's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor John Cox's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
