What a privilege to attend the virtual celebration of the life of David. He was not “preachy“ man. He just lived his life the way we are all called to live. His walk bore the mark of Christ. The lasting  impression I had from the funeral was that I had been blessed to have been given a glimpse of Christ in the image of Dave.  He warmed my heart every time I was with him. I am so happy our lives crossed . Ruth, you and the whole Cox family have always felt like family. We send our love and prayers to  all you precious ones. 

Dave Cox was the most even-tempered man I ever met. I was never with him at a time his  sweet disposition was not at the forefront of everything he did and said. I never left him without thinking I should strive to be a better man.  Becky and I cherish the times we spent with Dave and Ruth.

Uncle Dave and Aunt Ruth have been a part of my life for over 20 years. I was blessed to be befriended by Michelle and in return gained a wonderful family and honorary Aunt and Uncle. I looked forward to spending time together during the holidays, playing cards or just enjoying their company. They both have been such blessings to Paul and I and to our children. Every year, Aunt Ruth would pick out ornaments for our family and as our family grew, she would add another one . They would send cards to Sean and Emma on every holiday and celebrate their lives with us. Uncle Dave was a wonderful man who will be missed greatly. Thank you both for being such wonderful examples of Christian love and service. We love you!

Ruth
Dan and I watched the service live. How blessed to hear about David’s fruitful life. The music and words spoken were all beautiful and inspirational.  
May the Holy Spirit comfort you and give you peace and strength. 

Beautiful service. David’s friendship meant a lot to me. I look forward to renewing it on the other side.

Milton

I was saddened to hear of David's death, though I've never seen him since his high school graduation.  I was a freshman when David was a Junior at Mr. Carmel H.S.  I chuckled when I read the remark about his avid play at ping pong since I experienced his competitive nature.  For some reason he was in my Algebra 2 class when I was a Sophomore and he a Senior.  He ruined the grading curve for the rest of us.  I'm not at all surprised at the impactful life David lived as reflected in the obituary.  That spirit matches well with how I remember him.  Though never close friends, he was an older student I looked up to and admired for his gentle laugh, keen intellect and quiet faith. May the peace of Christ be with Ruth and all of his family who grieve but not without hope.  

In Christ, 
Greg  Adkins

I didn’t know David well, but know of him through brother-in-law, his brother, Don. The obituary is a beautiful tribute to a remarkable individual! May your memories serve you well in the days ahead and may our great God comfort you and give you a deep peace.

My thoughts and prayers are with Ruth and all of Dave’s family that will miss him so much. His quiet gentleness will always be remembered. I will miss seeing his smile when I spot him in the foyer at UBNC when they would come visit!!
He will be missed but his heavenly home will be for eternity!!
Much love to Ruth!!


My sincere condolences to Ruth, Joe and other family members.. I knew Dave while he and Ruth lived in Jacksonville. He was quiet, but you always knew he was deep in intellect and spiritually. I too have an athletic memory with Dave. Playing church league softball. I was at short stop, Dave was in left field. A short pop fly, me going backwards he running in. His elbow caught the right side of my face and knocked lme out cold. We only had nine players that night so our coach, after I woke up, had to leave me in or forfeit. I don't remember it but I'm told the next player up lined a hard line drive that missed my face by inches as I stood there never reacting to it.  Also, remember working with Dave and Joe on projects for CHA and Ruth. A wonderful family and a great guy. 

Marched with David at our graduation from Mt Carmel never dreaming we would be family. David was always easy going, loving and ready for any chance to gather with family.   He loved to do puzzles and play cards by the hours with our family. You were an awesome man of God!! Loved and will be dearly missed!! 

We send our deepest sympathies to Ruth.  May you be comforted knowing he is in the arms of Jesus.

My  sincere sympathy to Ruth and other members of Dave's family.  There was a decade or so when he, his brother Joe, and I were nearly inseparable.   A couple of memories from our high school days are in my mind.  He and I were pretty difficult to defeat in any Mt Carmel doubles ping-pong tournaments.  And, I played considerable third base/shortstop in front of him in left field.  He was a very good good defensive outfielder, but being left handed he couldn't throw the ball without it curving...chasing down the cutoff throw could be an adventure.   He was a very good student, without appearing studious.   He was one of my "adopted" brothers during those years.  Good memories.  

My deepest sympathy is expressed to Ruth and the entire Cox family.  As a family, you have fought the good fight and kept the faith.  You have been a Christian witness to many.  I pray God will continue to provide you peace and comfort during this time of David’s transition from his earthly life to heavenly home.  May the Lord embrace you and continue to bless and keep you in His care.


OBITUARY

David Allen Cox

July 4, 1948 – June 14, 2020

Hermitage Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

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