Judith (Buckroyd) Cox
August 18, 2021
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Judith A. (Buckroyd) Cox, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on August 18, 2021, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Des Moines on July 19, 1941, the daughter of Kathleen (West) and Robert Buckroyd, Sr.
Judy graduated from North High School in 1958. Following graduation, she worked at Wolf Studio retouching photo negatives. Over the years, Judy worked various jobs, retiring from Northwestern Bell after more than 20 years of dedicated service.
As a single mother, one of her greatest accomplishments was raising six children while supporting and guiding them as they each completed high school.
In her younger years, Judy obtained her motorcycle license and proudly maintained the license until her passing. Her greatest passion was the game of billiards. Until the Covid pandemic, she played in several weekly pool leagues. Judy was the Women's Singles Champion at the 1988 Bush Pool League National Championship in Orlando, Florida. She was the first Iowan to claim the women's title. Judy thoroughly enjoyed sharing her passion with her family and loved when her children or grandchildren played on her team.
Judith is survived by her children, Kimberly (Gary) Sacker, Timothy Cox, Sr., Terri (George) Williams, George (Chi) Cox, Kelly Jo (Carl) Hotchkiss, and Ivan “Ike” Cox II; grandchildren, Anthony Fernandes, Dustin Reed, Andrew Cox, Stephanie Cox, Timothy Cox, Jr., Austin Sacker, Samantha Cox, Zachary Cox, Justin Sacker, and Jacob Cox; 11 great-grandchildren with 2 due in November; siblings, Robert Buckroyd, Jr., Jack Simpson, Mary Beth Seghi, and James Buckroyd; her dear friend, Pat Pasco, as well as many nieces, nephews, and a host of other loving family and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Thomas Buckroyd, Sr.; sisters-in-law, Jane Buckroyd and Dianna Buckroyd.
A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 4, 2021, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines with urn burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Friday evening from 5-7 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be directed to EveryStep Hospice in loving memory of Judy.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Michael Rundle
09/04/2021
So sorry to hear of your mom's passing.
Pam Hamill
09/02/2021
I met Judy years ago playing pool. Over the years we became good friends. I will miss her ornery grin and her kind heart. I know most of her children and grand children, and what a testament they are to her adventurers spirit. Rest in peace my friend until we meet again.
Barbara Gaulex
09/02/2021
I was saddened by opening my paper and reading your mom had passed away. My thoughts snd prayers are with you and may your mom R.I.P. She was a good person snd played one heck of a game of pool and I got the pleasure of playing a game or two and dont think I won. Peace snd hugs to you all.
Karon bowen
09/01/2021
I worked with Judy at the phone co. She was a very nice and down to earth lady. Thoughts and prayers w.her family.
Pam and Frank Schoonover
08/25/2021
Judy and I(Pam) worked together at the phone company for years. She was a great lady. Loved hearing her life stories. She was so down to earth. May she rest in peace.
Jerry & Elaine
08/24/2021
I loved Aunt Judy with all my heart. As I did Uncle Ike and all of my cousin's. Elaine and I would have been there. If we had known. We are so sorry for the news. Our thoughts are with you all at this time. God bless.
Marcella "Schneberger" Betts.
08/24/2021
I am so sorry to read about the passing away of your mother. I worked at the phone company with her and always enjoyed talking to her. We actually met at baseball games when our boys were teammates.
Diana (Rundle) Holper
08/24/2021
Judy was my Mother, Pat Rundle's, BFF for many, many years. The trouble those two got into would curl your hair! Then she dated my Uncle Ernest (Ernie) Rundle until his death. Judy was such a part of our family. It's just nice to know "the girls" are back together again.
Becky Dick
08/22/2021
I always enjoyed our many matches through the years. I had played with her from my first games at the old Sudsy bar. A great lady!
Laura Stundins
08/22/2021
I played pool with Judy years ago, we always had very competitive and fun matches! I enjoyed her very much.
She will be missed.
Carla Weimerskirch
08/21/2021
It is with deep regret that we lose another of our pool family. Judy was a good friend who was good at giving out free advice on shooting her beloved game.Judy will be missed by all those who shot against her, and especially those of us who shot with her.