Rosalie “Ann” Cox, age 87, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on March 2, 2023.
She was born May 19, 1935, to James and Opal (nee Scott) Leetch.
Ann married the love of her life, Gerald Cox, in March 1952. They were together for more than 67 years of marriage.
She was known for her quiet and gentle nature, and forever smile and chuckle.
She enjoyed her family and had many interests, including quilting, crossword puzzles and board games. She was a fixture at Gate 5 at The Great Geauga County Fair as a ticket seller for 30 years.
Ann had a passion for her animals, including horses and dogs. She was a faithful member for over 50 years of the Chardon Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Ann is survived by her children, Barb (John) Neely, of Newbury Township, Georgia (Wayne) Luoma, of Burton, Jesse (Sandi) Cox, of Columbus, and Adam (Maria) Cox; grandchildren, Tim Neely, Travis Neely, Autumn Martin, Monica Kemp, Rebecca Magill, Sheila Drollinger, Julia Valentine, Sabrina Riley, Casandra Mittleset, Emiliee Vehorchek, Loni Linton, Sonya Dellinger, sisters, Doris and Lela; 35 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews.
She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; an infant son; siblings Katie, Winnie, Shirley, Joyce, Nancy, Alice and brother Jim.
Calling hours will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023, followed by a 3 p.m. service at the Chardon Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses, 110 Woodiebrook Road, Chardon.
Arrangements made by Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Chardon. Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.
The post Rosalie Cox first appeared on Geauga County Maple Leaf.