Shewasmarriedher husband Eddie Cox, for 53 years until his death in 1999. She worked at Foster Wheeler Corporation in Livingstion and was an active member of the Livingston Chapter of AARP.

In addition to her husband, Mrs. Cox was also predeceased by her sister, Florence. She is survived by her daughter, Ellen Flink (Edward); her three grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A family service was held at Quinn Hopping Funeral Home on July 24, followed by interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the JoanNicole Prince Home ( joannicoleprincehome. org), a nonprofit organization located in Scotia, New York, that provides end-of-life care and support to hospice patients and their families.