Jerry Lee Cox, 76, of Fairview, passed away Thursday, Dec. 29, 2022, at his home.

He was born Oct. 13, 1946, in Springfield, the son of Wallen and Beulah (Hood) Cox who preceded him in death.

Also preceding him in death were one son, Tony Cox; two brothers, Bill Cox and Jim Cox; one brother-in-law, Ted Easley, and one sister-in-law, Jean Cox.

Survivors include, wife, Marilyn Ray; one son, Chris Cox of Angleton, Texas; one daughter, Tessie Cox of Fairview; one sister, Mary Ellen Easley of Lowell, Ark.; one sister-in-law, Leatrice Cox of Cassville; and five grandchildren.

He grew up in, and graduated from Exeter High School. He joined the United States Army where he served during the Vietnam War.

Services were held at 2 p.m. Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, at McQueen Funeral Home in Wheaton. Pastor Paul Wahlert conducted the services. Burial with military honors was at Rocky Comfort Cemetery.

Contributions may be made to Alzheimer’s Association in memory of Jerry.

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