Obituaries
Thomas J. Cox, Jr., 60
June 30, 2017
Thomas J. Cox, Jr., 60, of Monroeton, Bradford County, PA and formerly of Lancaster, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 30, 2017 after being struck in a head-on collision.
Born in Lancaster, he was the son of Rita Farr Cox of Lititz, and the late Thomas J. Cox, Sr.
While living in Lancaster, Tom had worked as a machine operator at the JL Clark Corporation. He has also previously worked for David Pflumm Paving and at Burnham Boiler Company.
A true outdoorsman, Tom enjoyed hunting and fishing. He also enjoyed gardening, watching old time movies, and reading western novels. Above all, his family was his greatest treasure and he loved to spend time with them.
Tom was a US Army veteran, serving as a SP4 from 1975 to 1982 with the Third Infantry Division. He was a member of American Legion Post 0042 in Towanda, PA.
He had grown up in and was a former member of St. Anthony Padua Catholic Church.
In addition to his mother, Rita, he is survived by his son, David J. married to Stacey Cox of Lititz; his grandson Dylan Malone, his 5 siblings: Helen Levering of Lititz, Rita married to Richard Sasso of Lititz, Charles married to Cathy Cox of Leola, Cindy married to Herb Croom of Lancaster, and Michael Cox of New York City, NY; several nieces and nephews, and by his companion, Melissa Thompson.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, July 7, 2017 at 11AM at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church, 501 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA, the Rev. James O’Blaney as Celebrant. Interment will be private.
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Condolences to the Family
July 07, 2017
Tom was a special friend. He always looked out for others. He would call and see how I was doing and if I needed anything or if I was ready to go fishing. We had a lot of good times together. My sincere condolences to his family and friends. Sincerely, Fred Mitchell.
July 05, 2017
I will always cherish the years and times we shared together. My memories of you will forever live in my heart. Thank you for being a part of my family and the special bond you had with my daughter Shaina and my grandson Dylan. My sincere condolences to the Cox family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Blessings to all.
Kelly Carroll
Shaina and Dylan
July 05, 2017
My Deepest sympathy to the entire family. God bless everyone through this sad time.
Cecilia Coonan Stremmel
July 05, 2017
Uncle T,
I still can’t believe you’re gone, but have been reliving all the laughs and good times we’ve shared, especially at the Homestead. I will never forget our runs across the park together after spending time with Dad, and you taking care of us each and every week. You had a heart of gold and were as generous as they come. I’ll never forget all the good times upstate, and especially my last trip up. You, my Dad and Grandpa almost have a game of 500, I can hear it now! I love you Uncle T…until we meet again.
- Services
- Friday, July 07, 2017
- 11:00 AM
- St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
- 501 E. Orange St.
- Lancaster, PA
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