Dorothy Mae Cox

1924 - 2015

Dorothy Mae Cox obituary, 1924-2015

BORN

1924

DIED

2015

FUNERAL HOME

Forest Park East Funeral Home & Cemetery

21620 Gulf Fwy

Webster, Texas

Dorothy Cox Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 30, 2015.

Dorothy Mae Cox, 91, a long-time resident of Houston, Texas, passed away quickly and peacefully in Kirkland, Washington on Monday, March 23, 2015. Born in Fort Worth, Texas, Dorothy was proud to be the first New Year's baby born in 1924. She attended high school in Fort Worth, and soon thereafter met her husband-to-be Albert D. Cox. Dorothy was a wonderful violin player and told many stories of teaching violin to relatives and neighborhood children. In 1942, Albert and Dorothy were married before Albert went to war in the Pacific. Upon his discharge from the USMC, Dorothy and Albert briefly lived in Klamath Falls, Oregon before returning to Texas to start their family. Dorothy was the proud mother of a beautiful daughter, Cathy. For many happy years Dorothy enjoyed gardening, church activities, helping grandchildren with their homework, and maintaining a beautiful home. Moving to Washington in 2011 after Albert's passing, Dorothy, with her kind heart and ladylike southern charm, soon made many new friends. She particularly enjoyed the beautiful flowers and trees of the Pacific Northwest, and she even learned to appreciate the beauty of an occasional snowfall. While her greatest joys continued to be family and friends across the country, Dorothy was quite engaged with art classes, shopping trips, museums, and of course, weekly trips to the "beauty shop". Cathy and Albert's long wait for Dorothy's return to them has finally ended, as they are now joyfully reunited and held together in the arms of the Lord. Dorothy is survived by her grandson Neal, granddaughter Robyn, and Robyn's three wonderful children, Kaylin, Justin, and Brooklyn. Dorothy's funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 1st at: Forest Park East Funeral Home and Cemetery 21620 Gulf Fwy. Webster, TX 77598. Family and friends are welcome to arrive at 2 p.m. for a visitation. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The American Heart Association in her memory.

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March 30, 2015

Jeffrey Cox

Aunt Dorothy was a very special lady and a much-loved member of our family. I always enjoyed visiting with her whenever I could, and like so many others, I have many fond memories of her. We are blessed for having had her in our lives.

March 30, 2015

Jim Cox

Aunt Dorothy is one of the best people I ever knew. I loved spending time with my Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Albert. My memories of her are special. I will miss her greatly.

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