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Donald R. Cox, age 61, died early Thursday morning, November 8, 2012, at Sunshine Children's Home, Maumee, Ohio. He was born on June 3, 1951, in Toledo to Charles E. and Sarah F. Cox. Don worked for many years in Lucas County Sheltered Workshop Programs at Telegraph Rd., Hill Ave. and most recently at Sunshine. Don's easy demeanor and smile made everyone love him.
Surviving are his brothers, Richard (Joyce) Cox of Perrysburg, OH and Michael (Marlene) Cox of Waterville, OH; sister-in-law, Joan Cox of Franklin, TN. Also, he is survived by numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brother, Charles S. Cox.
Visitation will take place on Saturday, November 17, 2012 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Sujkowski Funeral Home of Rossford with Funeral services beginning at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Timothy Philabaum officiating. Entombment will be private.
The family would like to extend a special thanks to Sunshine Staff for the loving care they provided Don over many years.
Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Sunshine Inc. of Northwest Ohio, 7223 Maumee Western Rd. Maumee, OH 43537 or Hospice of Northwest Ohio, 30000 E. River Rd. Perrysburg, OH 43551. Online condolences may be made at www.sujkowskirossford.com
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Denise Haynes
November 19, 2012
DonaldCox - what a awesome person that touch my life in a very special way. Great memories from Telegraph! Don has his wings! To the family he shall be missed!!!
ASHLI KIMMONES
November 12, 2012
I HAD THE PLEASURE OF HELPING WITH DON AT SUNSHINE HE HAD THE BRIGHTEST SMILE AND WAS SUCH A SWEETHEART. HE WILL BE MISSED.
November 12, 2012
It was a true honor knowing Donald. His smile and laughter always lit up the room! Donald's humor and personality touched many hearts. He will be greatly missed.
Thoughts and paryers go out to his family.
November 12, 2012
Don will be missed very much by all of us at sunshine (:
November 12, 2012
From your MPB neighbors at Sunshine. Miss you big guy
Kenyatta Mays
November 12, 2012
I work at Sunshine where he resided until he passed away. Donald was a very happy and loving man. He made me and my coworkers day. We thank his family for letting us get to know Donald in his own unique way. We really love and miss Donald.
Kisses and hugs, from Mema,Kim and Kenyatta
Dadzie Sharon
November 11, 2012
Don was a sweet individual, I will remember his sweet demeanor, I so enjoyed working with him during my yrs at Telegraph. But his Boss Denise will miss him more. May God Bless his Family during this transition, Rest well Donald. Sending Hugs from My Heart to your Fam & Friends at telegraph & Sunshine.
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