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William John Cox \\\"Bill\\\", age 81, made the transition from this life to eternity on February 11, 2008. \\\"Bill\\\" was diagnosed with cancer the first week in January of 2008. He passed away with dignity and a sweet spirit of love and support from his loving wife, children and friends. Bill was the eldest son born on July 26, 1926 to John Perry and Desdimona Cox in Ashland, KY. He had four brothers and sisters: Edna, June, Robert and Sally whom are all surviving and all reside in California. Bill married Jonna Lea on February 27, 1954 in Hemet, CA. Their 54 years of marriage has been full and complete. He was father of five children, a building contractor for 40 years, a pilot, an avid hunter and an honored veteran of World War II and the Korean War. He loved God, his family and was a pillar to many friends over the years. Bill leaves behind his wife, Jonna Lea Cox and four children, William John (Jenette), Robert Jeffrey (April), Lorna Rachelle and Lisa Pearl (Ronnie). He was preceded in death by his middle child, Hugh Perry Cox. He was the grandfather of 11 grand- children whom he adored, Monica, Janene, Jolene, Jathan, Rachelle, Danavan, Dale Perry, Gary Dean, Relissa, Alexis, Mercedes and Hunter. His funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 16, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. at Forest Lawn, 69855 East Ramon Road, Cathedral City, CA 92234. The burial will take place immediately following at Desert Memorial Park. Forest Lawn Cathedral City is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Desert Sun on Feb. 13, 2008.

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Monty and Virginia Rathbun

February 17, 2008

Our hearts are with you all these days,but know you are being comforted by our Lord. May your fondest memories be in your thoughts today and always.

Ricki

February 17, 2008

Jeff,
My thoughts are with you. Hope all is well. If there are corvettes in heaven He and Hugh are crusin.

gary huber / son-in-law...divorced

February 17, 2008

Dear Jonna, Jeff & April-kids, John & Jet-kids, Lisa & Ronnie....we miss you so much. We will always remember dad and his way's.......it was good to be in your presence....Love gary, rachelle, dean, dan, dale & rissy ...the hubers...

Arlene Layman

February 16, 2008

My thoughts go to you today, I wish I could've been there for you, it always helps to have loved ones and friends there for the day. I hope you will feel free to come to my home any time.

Raymond Thomas

February 15, 2008

It was nice to be exepted into the family, Uncle Bill was a fine uncle and a brother in Christ. I thank God for lessons that Bill has tought Me. He was trully a rich man with the things that matter, and now He is going on to enjoy His wealth!

Frank/ Dottie Carlson

February 15, 2008

Our thoughs and prayers are sent forth to God on behalf of the Cox family. We know your loss and yet know too of your peace and faith in Christ Jesus. May this and your memories of Bill be your on-going comfort.

Shelly & Rick Morris

February 15, 2008

Your family is in our thoughts as we reflect on our time with Bill, as you know his memory lives on in our son William. We wish all of you love & peace through this time in your lives. Special love to a Special family.

Gene Modin

February 14, 2008

Transition from this life is a good way to describe what normally we call death. Only the death of this body, and the spirit lives on. I am glad to have met Bill while I stayed in the Coachella Valley area. He was one of the many pillars of that area.

Ramona McDade

February 14, 2008

I was saddened to hear of Bill's passing. Although I left Calif. before Bill and Jonna were married, I have never forgotten those happy days we all enjoyed together.

Jim & Lucy Feiro

February 14, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Such a nice guy. May he rest in
peace. We will keep you in our prayers

Mildred Lundin

February 13, 2008

I have heard my son John Lundin talk about you for years. You will be missed. Sincere sympathy

Mark & Bev Prine

February 13, 2008

Jonna and family, we remember you during this time. "...To appoint unto to them that mourn in Zion,to give unto them beauty for ashes,the oil of joy for mourning,the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness:that they may be called trees of righteousness,the planting of the LORD,that he might be glorified." Is 61:3 Thank you for your faithful examples.Richard (Dick) Wulf sends love,too.

Ronald Layman

February 13, 2008

I have many wonderful and fond memories of Bill. Was glad I was able to visit he and Jonna early last week.

Jim and Valerie Evans

February 13, 2008

I loved being around Bill. He was a multi-talented man who loved his family and his flying and most of all the Lord. He will be missed.

Anna LabCorp

February 13, 2008

MR. Cox was a great man. We remember when he would walk into the lab and if there was a long wait that day he would say, " Nope can't do it, I gotta go watch my show." He will be missed.
Palm Desert LabCorp Girls

Jay and Judy Oliver

February 13, 2008

Our memories go way back to when you lived in Riverside. Jonna, our thoughts and prayers go with you and your family.

Greg and Kelli Williams

February 13, 2008

We send our prayers and love to you Jonna and the Cox Family. It is with great sorrow that we must say good bye to Bill. May you find peace in knowing that Bill is in good hands with the Lord and Hugh. We are very fortunate to have known Bill and will remember all the great memories of him.

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you on Saturday.
Greg and Kelli Williams

Clarisa Mirelez

February 13, 2008

John,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God bless you and comfort you during this difficult time.

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