Mildred Hazel "Cootie" Silcox
Mildred Hazel "Cootie" Silcox
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Age 75 of Jellico passed away Friday, October 31, 2025, at home. She was born December 02, 1949.
Mildred is preceded in death by:
Husband: Gary Wayne Silcox
Sons: Jerry Wayne Silcox, Johnny Wayne Silcox
Father: Woodrow Rigney
Mother: Leta (Bell) Rigney
Brothers: Tony Rigney, James "J.C." Rigney
Sisters: Fannie Albertini, Helen Thomas, Iva Marie Perkins, Charlotte "Peachie" Dople
She is survived by:
Daughter: Michelle "Shelle" Silcox
Son: Gary Lee Silcox
Grandchildren: Shelbey Silcox, Savanna Silcox, Sierra Silcox
Brothers: Woodrow Rigney, Jr., Bill Rigney
Sister: Betty Jeffers
A host of nieces, nephews, friends & family to mourn her passing.
The family will receive friends: 1 - 2 p.m. Monday, November 03, 2025, Harp Funeral Home Chapel with the Memorial Services at 2 p.m.
Officiating: Rev. Junior Dople
Harp Funeral Home of Jellico is in charge of arrangements. "Your Family Funeral Home"
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