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Kent Cox Obituary
Lingleville, TX
Kent Cox, 42, of Lingleville, went to be with the Lord, on Thursday, February 27, 2014.
A memorial service will be held, Wednesday March 5, 2014 at 1:00 pm at Lone Star Arena in Stephenville Texas.
Kent was born in Lockney, Texas on June 25, 1971 to Dwight Cox and Cheryl Keller Cox. Kent spent his adolescent years in Abilene, TX and attended Vernon Jr. College on a rodeo scholarship. He has been a long time resident of Erath County. Kent rode Bulls throughout high school and college and was a member of the PBR during its early years. Kent transitioned to the role of Stock Contractor/Trainer over the years and was a record setting bull trainer. Kent could communicate with the bulls in a way that most people could never comprehend.
He is preceded in death by his father Dwight Cox. Grandparents, Bennie and Lottie Faye Cox, and Billy Jack and Clara Keller.
He is survived by his wife Gina Graham. His mother and step father, Randy and Cheryl Lawson of Waco. His sisters Cotii and husband Chris Richey of Hewitt, Jamie and husband Alan Maricle of Eddy, Amanda Lawson of Waco, Kimberly Cox of Dallas and brother Cory Cox and wife Jill of Georgia. Seven nephews, five nieces, numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends.
In lieu of Flowers, the family is establishing a memorial fund under Kent's name for riders sustaining brain injuries.
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Memories and Condolences
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Victor Flagg
March 16, 2014
I have known Kent for many years,and it is sad to hear of his passing. He was a great guy. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Cheryl Thornton
March 6, 2014
What a very special young man Kent was. His Spirit-filled memorial service was a true blessing to those of us who could be there. I pray for comfort and peace over his family. I love y'all!
Maryann
March 5, 2014
I met Kent at the 2013 PBR finals on a bull housing tour. It was an honor to meet and talk with such an incredible wonderful person. He will be sorely missed, but never forgotten.
Vickye Turner
March 4, 2014
I met Kent when he was a young bull rider and we've known each other through the years. I always liked and respected him,especially when he was in teaching mode.He left a legacy and impact on a lot of people and will be missed.So sorry for your loss
Tanya New
March 2, 2014
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Rose
March 2, 2014
I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6, 7
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