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Donald Cox Obituary
Nashville, TN
Lt. Col. Donald Ashworth Cox, Jr., age 63 of New Orleans, passed away on August 21, 2015 at 12:30 p.m., at the Lodge at Natchez Trace in Nashville, Tennessee, ending a valiant struggle against an aggressive neurological disease.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Donald A. Cox of New Orleans.
He was a distinguished veteran, and children in need of care attorney. His greatest dedication was to his family who survives him: Carol Colomb Cox, his wife of forty-one years; son, Donald "Chip" Ashworth Cox III (Heathie); daughter, Carolyn Cox Bonde (Brad), and grandchildren, Ellen Colomb Cox, Ann Heatherington Cox, Donald Ashworth Cox IV, Bailey Colomb Bonde, Alex Crosby Bonde, and May Gueydan Cox, all currently residing in Nashville, Tennessee.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Imagination Library. The family would like to thank the staff of both the Lodge at Natchez Trace and FirstLight for their kindness and gracious care.
A visitation will be held on Monday, August 24th at 9:30 a.m., at First Presbyterian church of Nashville, followed by a Memorial at 10:30 a.m. He will be buried with military funeral honors at 2 p.m., at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery.
An online guestbook is available at AustinFuneralService.com; (615) 377-0775.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donald Cox
August 24, 2015
PMay God wrap his loving arms around you and your family as you grieve for such a wonderful man. My heart is with you. Love , Cindy Dean
Allison Raynor
August 24, 2015
Dear Carol,
I have not seen you since my Newcomb days, when Don and you so kindly hosted Emile Chopin for all the St.Charles Avenue Carnival parades at your home on Peniston. I never forgot how welcome you made me feel as Emile's friend and your guest. I was sorry to read of Don's passing and know that you have the love and comfort of family and friends to support you at this time.
Maurine Magne
August 24, 2015
Sweethearts since college, always thoughtful and considerate of each other, loving and devoted parents and grandparents, faithful and true, united in spirit for eternity...Carol and Donald. The two of you will always be joined, Carol. God bless you and your beautiful family, especially during this time of grief. My deepest sympathies to all of you. Donald will be greatly, greatly missed.
August 24, 2015
Carol I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
Bobbie Vicknair
Greg Homer
August 23, 2015
I loved seeing the 2 of you together Carol, I wish you peace and so regret your loss-thinking of you fondly
Susan Moreno Miron
August 22, 2015
Carol I can not believe this wonderful man has gone so quickly. Ricky and I so enjoyed our visits with you both. My love and prayers go out to you Chip, Carolyn and the grandchildren.
Love Susan
Emery Clark
August 22, 2015
Dear Carol,
My heart and prayers are with you and your wonderful family.
Love Emery
Michelle Prather
August 22, 2015
Dear Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Suzanne Harrison
August 22, 2015
I had the honor of working with Donald when he was a Court Appointed Special Advocate for children here in Nashville. His unwavering dedication to those children in need was inspiring! What a wonderful man!
Becky Smith
August 22, 2015
Carol, my heart goes out to you and your family. He will always live in your heart, I know.
Bridget Westover-Schwartz
August 22, 2015
Oh guys , I am so sorry for your loss. We lost Johnny at 64 in 2013 and there will not be a day that you don't remember this sweet man. Just love each other and remember you will see him again, much love! Bridget Westover-Schwartz
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