Harold Gene Cox

After 70 years of faithful, steadfast dedication to God, Harold Gene Cox, went through the long anticipated Pearly Gates on Tuesday afternoon February 1, 2022. He was born on January 4, 1927 in Hatfield, Arkansas to Fred and Cordelia Cox. Grew up in Smithville, Oklahoma. Served his country in the Army in the 40s.  Taught High School and coached High School basketball in Hatfield, Arkansas. He went to school to become a mechanical /chemical engineer, he then retired from Shell Oil. Moved to Austin, and worked for several engineering firms before retiring again. 

Married his wife, Betty in 1947, and they were together until her death in 2011. Together they lived many places and traveled the world extensively with many friends and family. 

He leaves behind, to miss his gentle spirit, daughter, Shannon Floyd and her husband, Jerry. His son, Darrell Cox. His daughter, Carol Graham and her husband, Mike. His granddaughters, Tammy Chalermpued, Sherri McFarland, Candace Walch, Amy Hobbs, and Cheyenne Floyd, and his lone grandson, Chandler Floyd. He has Nine Great Grand kids, and two great great grand kids.

He is preceded in death by his wife Betty, his parents, and his siblings, Faye Smith and George Cox. 

Funeral services will be held at The Gabriels Funeral Chapel at 393 N I.H. 35, Georgetown Texas, on Saturday, February 12 at 10am, officiated by Pastor Mike Weaver. Viewing will be Friday, February 11, 6pm-8pm at The Gabriels Funeral Chapel. Burial will be at Hopewell Cemetery in Liberty Hill immediately following the service.

Dad, the most important thing you taught me was how to pray. I promise Jerry and I will pick up the torch and be the prayer warriors to pray over our family. You were a powerful man of God who lived your life by example, without saying a word. One thing I loved,  you were always the same person, whether it be Sunday at church or Saturday at a ball game, your gentle Godly spirit was always there.. I love you....Shannon

Papa, so very thankful you hardly ever missed any of my ball games. and you  always made time for Chandler and I....luv, ..Cheyenne   

Papa, thank you for being an honorable Godly example and the anchor of this family. Thank you for carrying the mantle. We wouldn't be who we are without you. You will forever be missed. Until we see you again, I love you.... Tammy

Papa, thank you for all the memories we had together. From Main Event to the Ringling Brothers Circus every year for mine and reds birthday. Sitting on your lap driving down the road and shooting squirrels off the back porch. Thank you for always being at my games and cheering me on. Without you here, life wont be the same, but I know you are no longer in pain and are showing everyone your brand new wings. Love, your favorite grandkid, Chandler. Gone but never forgotten. I love you papa. I'll see you soon. 

Papa, Thank you for being the Godly example in our life and for loving us as we were. We will miss you!!!.. Chelsy, Ashley, and Samantha

Papa, I am thankful for your love in my life, you taught me what a true man of God was. Every time I thought I would get to the prayer room early: I would open the door, only to find you were already there. Your humble service to the Lord was inspiring. I am thankful for the memories of making hand churned peach ice cream on the back deck, playing countless hours of card and dominoes, or just sitting on the back porch enjoying the beauty of the day. No matter where I was in my life, I always knew you were praying for me. You held up our family in prayer, you never gave up on us, and you never quit believing that God had a plan and a purpose for our lives. For that I will always be grateful. Although, your presence will be greatly missed here on Earth, but I know all of heaven is rejoicing at your arrival. Until we meet again... Sherri