Robert Cox Sr.

Big Bob, Capt. Bob, Bobby, Bob, Dad, and Paw Paw are just a few of the names by which his family and friends affectionately called him. On Friday, October 23, 2015, the world lost a passionate man of the sea, a jack of all trades, a father, grandfather, brother, captain, and best friend. Born in Quantico, VA, Bobby has since lived most of his life near the water in Hawaii, Grand Isle and New Orleans, LA, Wilmington, NC, and Cocoa Beach, FL. A fully licensed boat captain by the age of 18, he piloted charter fishing boats, crew boats, and tug boats. He was never happier than when he was on or near the sea with his family, surfing, fishing, and navigating. He is preceded in death by his parents Bill and Katsuko Cox. He is survived by his children Robert Cox Jr., Jacob Cox, and Jade Cox, his grandchildren Myla Cox and Jacob Cox Jr., his sister Mika Cox, and his nieces Lacey Culpepper and Misty Cox. Services to celebrate his life will take place at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., on Sunday, November 1, 2015 from 11-2 with a more informal gathering to follow. The family requests that those who attend services dress casually and are invited to celebrate the life of Capt. Bob by sharing their memories. To sign and view the Family Guestbook, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com