Donald W. Cox
November 28, 2014
Donald W. Cox, 84, went home to be with His Lord and Savior, Friday, November 28, 2014 at Mercy Hospice Johnston. Don was born on April 15, 1930.
Don was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving as a Corporal in the US Army. He was an employee of Firestone Tire for 44 years. Shortly after retirement he and Charlotte worked part time at Frank W. Smith Center as a maintenance man.
He married Charlotte Wheatly on August 23, 1953, they had seven children, including a daughter who died at birth.
He loved his children and enjoyed supporting them in their endeavors. Don enjoyed serving in a variety of ministries at First Church of the Open Bible.
Don is survived by his first love, his wife of 61 years, Charlotte; children, David (Brenda) of Warrensburg, MO, Roger (Connie) of Bondurant, Carolyn (Kevin) Mears of Des Moines, Donette (Ted) Ramsey of Panora, John (Barb) and Brett of Des Moines. Don leaves behind a legacy with 18 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren. He is survived by four brothers; a sister; and many nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Don is preceded in death by a daughter, Charlotte, his parents, six brothers and one sister.
Funeral services will be 10:30 am, Tuesday, December 2, 2014 at First Church of the Open Bible, 2200 Beaver Ave in Des Moines, Iowa with burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Friends may visit with family from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, Monday, December 1, 2014 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave, Des Moines.
Memorial Contributions may be made designated to First Church of the Open Bible or Mercy Hospice Johnston.
Online condolences to
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jeri Hodson
12/02/2014
Sorry to hear about Don. Please know you are in our thoughts and Prayers.
Dave and Jeri Hodson
Weslaco, Texas
Ivan & Elsie Rogers
12/02/2014
Dear Charlotte, Elsie and I wanted to be counted among your many friends who are remembering you and family today upon the loss of your beloved Don. He was a good man and together you were roll-model husband and wife. Be comforted in knowing that Don is now home with Jesus and that nothing can separate us for very long.
Jerry and Elda Schweikle
12/01/2014
Charlotte, We are sorry for your loss, and wish we could be there to lend our support. May the Lord comfort your heart and give you His peace. There are many good memories of family gatherings that I was blessed to be a part of, and am thankful for that. I know you both were such a blessing to First Church. You and your family are in our prayers.
Kris and Brian Simpson
11/30/2014
Charlotte, you have our deepest sympathies on the loss of Don. He was a great man and I enjoyed working with the two of you at the Frank Smith Center. Don's caring nature and hard work was a testament to his character. He was a wonderful craftsman as well, we still have the deer he made for us! Please know you and your family are in our prayers.
JAMES AND CANDY WOODYARD
11/30/2014
I will never forget the picnics at Hiland Park Open Bible. The fast pitch softball games at Birdland Park. The memories are countless. Thanks for being a great husband, father, grand father and most of all a great Christian testimony to all of us kids that grew up around you and all your family. Tell my dad and brother Steve hello after you have had a talk with Jesus. See you someday soon. Jimmy Woodyard