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Evelyn Rae Nettles Cox

Mrs. Evelyn Rae Nettles Cox, 91, passed away on November 5, 2024, at her home in Meadville.

She was born on November 26, 1932, in McCall Creek, MS. to the late Hosley Nettles and Velma Jane Davis Nettles.

Mrs. Cox was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She will be missed by all who loved her.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Warren William Cox; brothers, Charles Nettles and Carroll Nettles; and her daughter, Karen Lea Cox.

Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Terri Burks (George), Steve Cox (Susan), and Bill Cox (Jane Roussel); five grandchildren, Ben Cox (Rosemary), Blaire Alexander (James), Jonathan Beam (Jalmis), Savannah Calcote (Grant), and Sawyer Cox (Tyler); and seven great-grandchildren, Grayson, Carlei, Ryland, Cohen, Drew Collins, Merritt and Alicia; and great-great grandson, Isaiah.

She is also survived by her nephew, Jamie Nettles, and wife, DeAnna.

The family would like to thank her caregivers, Amanda Mayo and Sandra Smith, the Deaconess Hospice Staff, Alexis Lewis, Jackie White, Dr. Zumbro, and the Franklin County Memorial Hospital.

 

4 comments

  • Comment Link Linda Forman Friday, 15 November 2024 11:03 posted by Linda Forman

    I am so sorry for y’all’s loss, she will be greatly missed. She was a great neighbor and a sweet friend. We have made some great memories over the years. She was such an inspiration as she loved life and always smiled. I know she is at peace and count ourselves blessed to have known her. Prayers for days ahead and love y’all.

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  • Comment Link Amanda  Troy Mayo Saturday, 09 November 2024 12:16 posted by Amanda Troy Mayo

    Ms Evelyn will be dearly missed... We are so blessed to have had the time we had with her!! She was truly a Joy to my heart! I learned so much from her & shared a loving relationship that will forever remain in my heart!!
    Until we meet again Ms Evelyn, I Love you,
    Amanda & Troy

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  • Comment Link Deanna Nettles Thursday, 07 November 2024 23:02 posted by Deanna Nettles

    Aunt Evelyn was a shining star and a beautiful soul. We’re forever grateful for the special times we had with her. Her presence in this world will be missed.

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  • Comment Link Gwen  Dodd Carpenter Thursday, 07 November 2024 18:46 posted by Gwen Dodd Carpenter

    Love this picture of your mom! What a precious treasure to have! We love you Terri, and are praying for you and your family!!

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