James Lee Cox, 55, of Merritt Island, FL passed away Friday, August 26, 2016. Born June 18, 1961 in Springfield, PA, Jim graduated Springfield High School in 1979 before attending Penn State where he played lacrosse. He moved to Florida in 1982 where he married the love of his life, Janice Poston Cox.
Ever the versatile craftsman Jim found employment with Spartech Marine and Teak Isle Marine. Following his passion of sports Jim coached football and lacrosse. Known for his ingenious wit Jim never encountered a project he could not complete or an individual he could not inspire.
Jim is survived by his wife of 27 years, Janice P. Cox; daughter, Jacki Poston; sons: James, Justin, and Jordan Cox; father, James Cox; mother, Patricia Foley Cox; brother, Robert (Deborah) Cox; sister, Carolyn Cox Gonzales; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and in-laws.
A visitation will be held Thursday, September 1, 2016 from 5-7PM with a Celebration of Jim’s life to follow at 7PM at Wylie-Baxley Funeral Home in Merritt Island, FL. Casual dress is encouraged. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Merritt Island Lacrosse Club P.O. Box 542635, Merritt Island, Fl 32954 www.merrittislandlax.com.
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