Charles Harman Cox Jr.

Charles Harman Cox, Jr., of Atlanta, passed away on February 4, 2015 at the age of 84. He was born in Atlanta, was an eagle scout, attended Boys High, and graduated from GMA in 1948. He attended GA Tech, played on the basketball and tennis teams, and in 1951heentered the USAF in Aviation Cadet Program, where he graduated and received his Commissioning & Silver Wings in Oct of 1952. He was assigned the F-86 Saberjet to Korea, and was in the 51st Fighter-Interceptor Wing, 16th Sq at K-13 Suwon, Korea. In Korea, he flew with John Glenn, Buzz Aldrin, and Sam Johnson. After completing his service in the USAF on Oct 25, 1955 he came back to Atlanta, GA; was hired by Delta Air Lines; and had a wonderful flying career for 34 years! He also met the love of his life, Rebecca Ann Adams, on Oct. 25,1955, got engaged to her on Oct 25, 1956, and they married on May 11, 1957. He ans Ann raised their family in Atlanta and were involved in church activities and many social groups. During that time, as ALTA President, he founded The League Play. He also devoted his time to playing tournaments, directing Pro tennis events in Atlanta, and teaching his 3 children to play tennis. He loved the game and realized it truly is a “game for a lifetime!” He retired from Delta in Sept 1990, and Charles & Ann founded Eagle Rest Ministry in the North GA mountains near Dahlonega. They opened their home as the Directors for retreats and Christian counseling, and also enjoyed visits from their 6 grandchildren, especially during Camp MiniPops! He also continued to play tennis tournaments achieving #1 rankings in GA in all age groups between 35-75; and with his son Bud, through Super Senior Father/Son where they won4 National titles! He was an amazing husband, father, Pops, brother, father-in-law, son, friend, pilot, and mentor to us all; and we will miss his humor and sweet smile.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years: Rebecca Adams Cox; son: Charles H. Cox,III; daughter: Catherine Cox Zampini and her husband, Ron; son-in-law: Hall F. McKinley;6 Grandchildren: David (Jenny), Paul (Katie), & Elizabeth Zampini, Allison, Hall IV, & Caroline McKinley; and 1 Great Grandchil, Daniel Zampini. He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles Harman Cox Sr. and Grace Boyd Glodsmith Cox; Sister Grace Goldsmith Cox; and daughter Rebecca Cox McKinley.

We are very thankful for the love and care that was provided by all the dedicated workers at the Village of Germantown these last several years of Charlie’s life. To God be the Glory! A visitation and funeral service are set for Monday, Feb 9, 2015 at Peachtree Presbyterian Church Atlanta, Ga. A celebration of Charlie’s life is set for 12 o'clock noon in the Sanctuary, and the family will receive friends in the Parlor from 10:30 to 11:45 in the morning. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Grace Ministries International or www.gmint.org. Interment will follow at Westview Cemetery.