Benjamin F. Cox Sr. age 77 of Gary, IN, passed away Sunday May 31, 2015. He is survived by his wife of 54 years Janet Cox (Ford); son, Robert "Bob" (Nancy) Cox; two grandchildren: Robert Jr., Melissa (Justin) Deal; five grandchildren: Sara, Jacob, Isaac, Sam Janah; numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Preceded in death by his son, Benjamin "Benny' Cox Jr.; three brothers, two sisters. Funeral services will be held Thursday June 4,2015 11:00 a.m. at Kuiper Funeral Home 9039 Kleinman Rd ( two blocks south of Ridge Rd) Highland, IN Rev. Robert Parnell officiating, burial Chapel Lawn Cemetery. Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. www.kuiperfh.com