Gary Lee Cox Obituary in Marianna at Vann Funeral Home

Obituary For Gary Lee Cox

Mr. Gary Lee Cox, age 66, of Marianna went home to be with the LORD on Sunday June 26, 2022.

A Homegoing Celebration of Life service will be held on Thursday June 30th, 2022, at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church Marianna located at 2897 Green Street in Marianna with Reverends DeRon Johnson and Cody Clark officiating.

Interment will be at Northside Baptist Church Cemetery in Dellwood, Fla.

A time of visitation with the family will be held one hour prior to the service from 10:00 am to 11:00 am central time.

Gary was born in Marianna, Fl. On October 6, 1955, to the late Charles and Hazel Cox. He graduated from Marianna High School, Chipola Jr. College and the University of West Florida. He later obtained his master’s degree from Troy University. He worked at Sunland Center in Marianna for 35 years where he served the residents of Sunland in a variety of capacities.

Gary loved life, loved the outdoors and loved the water. He loved boating, fishing, swimming, snorkeling – anything to do with water. He was also an avid FSU fan for more than 50 years.

Gary was preceded in death by his parents.

He leaves to cherish a lifetime of fond and precious memories a loving and devoted family:

Wife: Rhonda Cox of Marianna, Florida

Three Daughters: Kara Ryles and husband Chris; Kendall Hull and husband Scott, all of Crestview, Florida; and Melinda Bishop of Marianna, Florida

One Son: Cody Clark of Marianna, Florida

Two Brothers: Terry Cox of Tallahassee, Florida; and Clint and wife Rosemary Cox of Marianna, Florida

Three Grandchildren: Devynn Elmore and Kian McNabb both of Crestview, Florida and Aurelius Bishop of Marianna, Florida

And a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.

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Zach Smith sent Ocean Devotion for Gary Lee Cox - June 30, 2022

Sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you Michelle, Zack and Brianna

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Cheryl Foley sent Sunny Memories for Gary Lee Cox - June 29, 2022

With Fond Memories and Deepest Sympathy
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Linda Thompson sent Everlasting Embrace Bouquet for Gary Lee Cox - June 29, 2022

We will miss you Gary Cox!! Mike & Linda Thompson

I worked with him over 30+ years. He was teaching in staff development when I started work at Sunland. Deepest thoughts and prayers for his family. Sandra Merchant Dilmore

I will never forget the years I worked with and for Gary. The world has lost a wonderful person, but heaven has gained a beautiful soul. God speed on your journey, Gary.

Gary was a childhood friend. Lived a few houses away on Park St. So many good memories I still remembered. My condolences to his wife and family.

OURS DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO RHONDA, TERRY, CLINT AND THE COX FAMILY MAY GOD CONTINUES TO KEEP YOU ALL IN HIS CARE DOING THIS TIME OF SORROW...GOD BLESS....JULIUS AND LILLIE BAKER...WE BOTH NEW GARY AND WORK WITH HIM

I worked with Gary for over 30 years. Excellent at his craft and super easy to get along with. So sorry to hear the news and his wife and brothers will certainly miss him. Russell