Obituary for Jonathan “Jon” Howard Cox
Jonathan Howard Cox, 44 passed away peacefully from a long battle with cancer on Aug. 30, 2022.
He is survived by his father, Jim Cox (Jeanne Cox), his mother, Catherine Cox (Butch White), his siblings, Matthew Cox, Scott Aust (Kathy), Ashley Johnson (Keith). He had two special nieces, Kendra and Kayley Johnson, and a grandmother, Christine Cox Shelton. He also had many aunts, uncles and cousins.
He had special loved ones, Hope Rorrer and her two children, Catlin and Dustin, and Becky Bishop, who was his companion and caretaker during his last months.
He was a 1996 graduate of Pulaski County High School.
Jon, as he was known, was extremely gifted and talented and had an unusual gift for problem solving. He served as his dad’s partner in Cox Paving for 25 years and up until his illness sidelined him he was essential to the business, according to his dad. He was sought after because of his mechanical knowledge, and his engaging personality, and would rarely turn anyone down that might ask for his help. He will be sorely missed.
Visitation will be at Valley Harvest Ministries on Valley Harvest Place Road, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2022 at 1 p.m. with a Celebration of Life service following at 2 p.m.
September 1, 2022 @ 12:14 pm
I played soccer and grew up with Jon. He was always a joy to be around. Whenever we ran into each other it was like we never stopped talking. Going to miss you good buddy.
September 1, 2022 @ 1:22 pm
Jon was a part of my family for 20plus yrs. He was the brother I never had. He will be missed. R.I.P buddy.
September 1, 2022 @ 4:45 pm
I am so sorry to hear that this wonderful family has lost Jon. Thankful that his suffering has ended and praying for the entire family.
September 2, 2022 @ 9:22 am
Jim, Jeanne and Cox family, i am so sorry foe your loss of Jon. I am thinking about you during this sad time. He is rejoicing because he is pain free.