Robert Louis Cox, 92, of Swanton, Ohio, formerly of Toledo, passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2013, surrounded by his loving family at the Swanton Health Care Center. He was born on January 20, 1921 to Edward Carter and Ila Eva (Pray) Cox in Williamsburg, Michigan. He married Theo Yovonne Hanna on August 28, 1942.
Bob was a 1937 graduate of Williamsburg High School and later attended Ferris State in Big Rapids, Michigan and the United Aircraft School in Wichita, Kansas. He proudly served his country in the Army Air Corps enlisting on September 29, 1942 and serving through January of 1946 as Sgt. Major of the 8th Fighter Group in the Phillipines. He lived in Williamsburg, Michigan until 1957 as a cherry farmer before moving to Toledo, Ohio to work for Acme Quality Paint. In 1965 Bob opened his own business, Color Haven and continued to work there with family for over 38 years until retirement. Bob was a WWII veteran and a member of the American Legion Post 0373, Delta, Ohio.
Bob is survived by his loving children, Robert Thomas Cox, Delecia (William) Gray, Edward L. (Vickie) Cox and Cynthia A. Harrison; eight grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren; step sisters, Leah (Harlan) Richie and Beth (Jerry) Ness. He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, step father, Dale Roy Stilson
and step mother, Ilah (Beckwith) Cox.
Friends will be received on Friday, May 17, 2013 from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. in the Neville Funeral Home, Southwest Chapel, 7438 Airport Highway, Holland, Ohio (419-865-8879) where funeral services will be held following the visitation at 3:00 P.M. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. in the Circle Hill Cemetery in Williamsburg, Michigan. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Emmanuel United Methodist Church, 7715 W. Bancroft, Toledo, Ohio, 43617 or Gentiva Odyssey Hospice, 1745 Indian Wood Circle, Maumee, Ohio, 43537. Condolences may be made to the family at www.nevillefuneralhome.com
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May 30, 2013
Gay Bannen
Delecia, I was sorry to read about you Dad. I had wanted to make it to Circle Hill on the 18th - but could not. I do have a graduation picture of your Dad from Williamsburg School in 1937. Would you be interested in it?
May 17, 2013
Hey Bob, you taught us everything about color and paint! You were a walking computer when it came to mixing the right color. We will miss your smile and assurance when you said: Girl let it dry and you will see that I was right. Bob, you never disappointed us, We pray that you share your talents with those in your next life. May you rest in peace. Pat & Clyde Duncan
May 16, 2013
Lori Seubert
My sympathies, Jerry, for the loss of your grandfather. For almost thirty years, my mother and I shopped exclusively at your grandfather's wonderful store, Color Haven, for our paint and wallpaper needs, and the occasional artist supplies. We were loyal customers due to the exceptional customer service we received and the excellent quality of the products your grandfather sold. My mother believed that those two things were worth more than saving some money at a cheaper chain store. Mr. Cox was a terrific businessman. It seems to me, Jerry, that you have your grandfather's entrepreneurial spirit within you.
May 16, 2013
cindy ward nash
Cindy I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I remember that he was a kind and gentle man when I would come to the house on Copley. Let the memories of him help you in this time of healing.
May 16, 2013
Dee and Cindy, I'm very sorry about your loss. He is with God now, so is in a good place. I know you will miss him, but he is always in your heart.
Lorrie Walter
Swanton Health Care & Retirement Center
May 16, 2013
rayann ellison
May god watch over your family my prayers r with u all may u r.i.h
May 16, 2013
I am so sorry for your family's loss. May God hold you all close and help the family thru this very difficult time.
May 16, 2013
Lynn Clancy
I had the pleasure of getting to know Bob at Swanton Healthcare & Retirement Center. He was a wonderful poet, loved music, and always had a smile and compliment to share. He will be greatly missed.
May 16, 2013
Cheri Meeker
Dee, Bill and boys, We are so sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a kind and gentle man. Your loving father is now reunited with you mom. May he rest in peace. Cheri and Craig
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