William Cox Obituary
He is preceded in death by his father William Douglas Cox, Jr. and his sister Debbie Cox-Holt.
Bill is survived by his wife Hannah Klinglesmith-Cox. They were married January 3, 1978.
Children: William Douglas Cox, IV and Barbara Marie Cox Hinton (Clayton)
Grandchildren: Desiree Nicole Cox (Jason Russell) and Jacob Wesley Cox
Great grandchildren: Vanessa Louise Russell and Baby Russell who is due in June 2026.
His mother: Mary Cox-Brand
Brothers and Sisters: Karen Elizabeth Cox-Willinger, Pamela Lynn Cox, James Anthony Cox, Mary Ellen Cox- Beaudoin and Joseph David Cox.
Several nieces, nephews and their families.
In keeping with the wishes of Bill, the family has chosen cremation with a private memorial service.
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Cindy Daugherty
January 3, 2026
I am so sorry for the loss of Billy! He was a great cousin!! I have many memories of when we were kids and adults! Good ones! If there is anything Tim and I can do please let me let us know!! Love always, Tim and Cindy Daugherty
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