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John Cox Obituary

Cox, John F.
Feb 28, 1951 - May 23, 2010
Retired OPPD. Survived by wife DeeDee; daughters and sons-in-law Kristy and Brian Hromas, Dana and Doug McMullen; grandson Cameron McMullen; in-laws Art and Sam Claussen, Ron and Cathy Claussen, Ken and Rocky (Claussen) Lamb; nieces; nephews; lots of friends; other relatives; mother Norene; sisters Sandy and Sharon.
No VISITATION. MEMORIAL SERVICE Wednesday 6:30pm Immanuel Lutheran Church, 2725 N. 60th Ave. Omaha. In lieu of flowers, Memorials to the family. JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
72nd STREET CHAPEL
1010 North 72nd St., 391-1664
Published by Omaha World-Herald from May 24 to May 25, 2010.

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Ted Sewell

May 28, 2010

DeeDee, So sorry to hear about John. I always thought of you as one of the finest couples I knew. God bless you and your family!

Bill Harper

May 26, 2010

Dee Dee

Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. John and I worked together for many years and John always did he share and more.

Candice McCormick

May 25, 2010

Cox family, Very sorry to hear of your loss. Many blessings to you and your family in this time.

Tammy & Steve Seidler

May 25, 2010

Dee Dee and girls,

We are so sorry to hear about John. Cherish all your precious memories and know he is in a better place.

Larry Deaver

May 25, 2010

DeeDee -- I am sorry for your loss. I hope your faith and family give you strength during the times ahead. Our thoughts and prayers go to you and your family.

May 25, 2010

DeeDee, so sorry for your loss. John and I did our line apprenticeship together in 75. I always liked John and his demeanor. Although we didn't work directly together as we were at different locations, I still called him my co-worker.

God Bless him and you

Mike Grzywa

Stephanie LaPuma

May 24, 2010

DeeDee and family
I would like to express my condolences to you and your family for your loss. John had a special place in my father's life. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Sincerely,
Stephanie LaPuma (John Szawicki's daughter)

Katie Cox

May 24, 2010

DeeDee and family - I just wanted to say that I am so sorry for your loss. I am Dave's daughter, Katie and considering we just lost him as well we know how sad you must be. John will be missed and both him and Dave are now where they will hurt no more. My prayers and thoughts are with you guys.

Rejina Gobel

May 24, 2010

DeeDee, I am so sorry for your loss. Please rest assured that he is all better now!

Jane Wilson

May 24, 2010

DeeDee and family - I just heard about John and am so sad to hear the news. He was such a good man; I will miss his gruff humor and watching fireworks with him on the 4th of July. Please know that you're all in my prayers.

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