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John Cox Obituary
John COX, the youngest son of John and Rebecca COX
was born near where Frankfort, Kansas now stands, Sept 21, 1865 and departed
this life at his home near Haddam, Nov 28, 1932 at the age of 69 years, 2 months
and 7 days.
His father died before he was born and his mother moved to Haddam community in
the year 1867 where he grew to manhood and was known far and near. He was united
in marriage to Eliza CRAMER, of Haddam, Sept 21, 1892. To this union was born
one son, Roy. From this son he was never separated and they were constant
companions and partners in work and play.
He united with the Methodist
Protestant Church of Haddam when about 20 years of age under the pastorate of
Rev. HANSON, second pastor of this church. He was on of the faithful helpers in
the rebuilding of the church. Under the ministry of Rev. STRICKLER he
rededicated his life and remained a loyal supporter of the church until the end.
He leaves to mourn their loss, his wife, son Roy, daughter-in-law Hallie and
three grandchildren, Bobbie and the twins, Arlie and Audrey, two sisters, Emily
STROUD of Bayard, NE, Tilda STROUD of Sioux Falls, SD, a half-sister Henrietta
FOSTER of CA, a sister-in-law Mrs. Anna COX of Haddam, several nephews and
nieces, a large circle of neighbors, friends and acquaintances. He was a kind
and considerate husband and father and will be greatly missed by his
grandchildren also.
Funeral services were held at the Haddam Church, Wed, Nov
30, conducted by Rev. L.E. DIXON. Interment was made in the Haddam
Cemetery.
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