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Tommie Cox Obituary
TOMMIE COX
LUMBERTON — Mr. Tommie Cox, 72, of Lumberton, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on April 6, 2020.
Tommie was born to the late James and Eller Cox on April 10, 1947, in Lumberton. He is preceded in death by a brother, James Homer Cox.
Tommie will be dearly missed by all who knew him. He leaves to treasure his memories his wife, Flora Ann Cox, of almost 54 years; his son, James Michael Cox; and three daughters, Angela Cox (Mike), Shan Brooks (Sam), and Latonia of Lumberton.
He was a member of Saddletree Church of God. Tommie enjoyed sharing his vegetables with the widows, less fortunate and friends. Over the years he groomed numerous young men and taught them about hard work on his estate and developed life skills.
He was known as "Papa" to four grandchildren, Ashley Patterson (Bryan) of Lumberton, Tommy Brooks of New York, and Andrea Chavis (Jay Wayne), and Jordan Locklear of Lumberton; four beautiful great-grandchildren, Kaley and Maleah Villanueva, and Aryonna and Calie Patterson; two brothers, Jimmy Cox (Setsue) of Guam, and Frankie Cox (Linda); three sisters, Eloise Locklear (Roger), Barbara Oxendine, and Wanda McNeill (Kenny) of Lumberton; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A graveside service will be held at 4 p.m. Thursday at Lumbee Memorial Gardens with Bishop Kenneth Locklear and Bro. Carson Locklear officiating.
Arrangements are by Revels Funeral Home Lumberton.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tommie Cox
April 22, 2020
So sorry to hear of Tommie's passing. I worked with Tommie at Elkay for many years and thought the world of him. My prayers are with the Cox family.
Jackie Singleton
April 9, 2020
GLENN AND JUDY HORTON PRAYING FOR YOU AT THIS TIME OF LOSS LOVE FROM OUR FAMILY TO YOURS.
Kenny and Crystal Hunt
April 9, 2020
Sorry for your loss. Praying for the family. We love you.
Raymond
April 9, 2020
I work with Tommy, Frankie and their Father- Mr. James, really enjoy working with the Cox family as a young man.
Frankie Medlock
April 9, 2020
RIP Uncle Tommy. Prayers and love to Ann and the rest of the family.
Ike@norma Hunt
April 9, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
April 9, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your papa, I'm sure the loss will surely be missed from the family.
Julie Barnes Baxley
April 9, 2020
Ann and family,
My name is Julie Barnes Baxley and I worked with Flora Ann at Kayser Roth many many years ago. I am so sorry to hear of your husband's passing. I remember you talking about him and always smiling when you did. My prayers are with you that God will continue to provide you with comfort, peace and guidance as you and your family go through these difficult time. May He wrap His loving arms around you and may you feel His presence now more than ever.
Lakola Cook
April 8, 2020
We are deeply saddened by Bro. Tommie's passing but know that he's in no more pain. Our prayers are with his family as we send our sincere condolences during this difficult time.
Tommy and Lakola Cook
Cecil and Mazell Hunt
Shanley
April 7, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rev Corkey @ Mildred locklear
April 7, 2020
Family and Friends of Mr. Tommie Cox:
I was happy to consider him a Brother in Christ and a fine man of character. He treated everybody with respect and dignity. Helping all those he could. What a wonderful legacy he left of giving and sharing just like his precious father and mother. A neighbor to everyone. May the Lord watch over you and I until we meet again Mr. Tommie. Gen 31:49. May Jesus Christ hold you and give you comfort and peace as you go through this difficult time. Love and prayers for all of you. Rev Corkey @ Mildred Locklear
Jeanne Brooks
April 7, 2020
He was a great man.
Ross Lewis
April 7, 2020
Tommie and I shared many happenings together, his friendship and kind deeds will be in my memory as long as I live.
Lisa Locklear
April 7, 2020
I remember when he had let his family open up a Haunted house by his pond and we worked it. We had a great time. I also remember how they loved them some Grayson. Hes surely going to be missed
Pamela Townsrnd
April 7, 2020
RIP, I know you're celebrating in that new body with your loved ones! My heart goes out to your family at this time, my thoughts are with all of y'all!
Sara and Billy Strickland
April 7, 2020
Praying for you and your family Sis. Ann. We love you! Saddletree Church
Wanda hardin
April 7, 2020
SO SORRY MS COX I KNOW THAT HE WILL BE MISSED DEARLY
Amy Oxendine
April 7, 2020
We will miss you Uncle Tommie!
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