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Colton Christopher Cox, 21, of Edmond, was born June 22nd, 2001 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was the beloved son of Chad and Heather Cox.
He was the (dog) father of Sauce Cox.
He was the brother of Christian Caleb Cox and Catherine Claire Cox. Colton was the grandchild of Joe Cox, William and Judy Hodgson, and was preceded in death by Janet Cox.
Colton was a friend to everyone. He was an amazing athlete, musician and artist. He was a loving brother and son. He will be dearly missed and there will forever be a hole in our hearts.
Friends are welcome on Thursday, August 11th, 2022 from 6:00 p.m. at St. Francis Parish Hall for a celebration of life.
The memorial service will be held at St. Francis of Assisi, OKC on Friday, August 12th, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.
Cindy Pickens says
There are no words. My thoughts are with you all
Coach Keilty says
Heather I loved your son. It was a great honor to be his teacher and coach. God bless your family. This is dedicated to the memory of Colton!
AS WE SHED A HEAVY TEAR—
—WE WILL FEEL NO FEAR!!!
I remember as if it were yesteryear and yesterday,
When you started your life in our high school,
In the halls and rooms of Mount St. Mary,
The name Cox was indelible and engrained
with “ cooler than cool”.
Your brother Chris had a distinguished career,
And blazed a path of excellence and he paved a way,
For a young ,charming and charismatic Colton,
To continue making great our “Rocket Days”!
Which is exactly what Colton set out to do ,
As your wonderful Momma would drop you off in the early morn,
And your classmates all loved your rush of gregarious humor,
Your bright radiance and giant wits for all to adorn!
We enjoyed so much your laughter in a classroom,
We admired and were impressed by your toughness on the field ,
And in every step and turn you encountered,
Your core values you passionately revealed!
Honor , courage ,service and commitment,
Easily come with overwhelming pride upon my mind,
Always “making a difference in the lives of others”,
A real gentleman your Colton -was one of a kind and all the time!
That smile that could reflect the beauty of a rainbow,
Your soothing and calm approach on a tough Rocket day,
We could always depend on you for comfort and reassuring solace,
It was just your “indomitable winning spirited way.”
Your memory now will not ever fade,
You are now a special place in our soul,
Your sudden departure into God’s Kingdom,
May have broken our being whole with a sinking hole,
But your resolute spirit lives on our dear friend Colton,
And will always fill our heart space so near,
You will bring us all unflinching strength and courage,
And as we shed a heavy tear,
But alas we will feel no fear .
RIP Colton. RIP.
Kelly Ashworth says
Heather,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless.
Deanna Coon says
Words can not express the sadness I feel for you. You and your family are in my prayers during this time of deep sorrow.
Soledad gaspar says
Cox Family you are in our prayers. During this time ot sorrow.God Bless
Colton R IP
Jennifer Wilcoxen says
Heather I don’t have words to express how deeply sorry I am. Please know I’m thinking of you.
Claudia Fox says
We are so sorry for your loss. Colton was such a beautiful young man. Always smiling, always said hello. He will be missed and not forgotten. Ryan will forever cherish his memories w Colton.
We are here for you 🙏❤️
Ronda Redshaw says
Heather I am so sorry for your loss, I cannot imagine what you are going through. May God bring peace to your heart and your family. I’m so sorry, praying for your family.
Michael Kierl says
Colton always gave 110% effort. He was always eager to learn. He was a good teammate and more importantly a good friend to his classmates. The Cox family is in our prayers.
Regina Scott says
Heather I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jacquie Morrow says
Heather I am so sorry for your loss . My heart and prayers go out to you and your family . I am praying for strength for all of you at this difficult time .
Kendra Mays says
I am so sorry for your loss and your in our prayers. Your family has a very special place in my heart and tonight it’s broken for you.
Shirley Cross Soencer says
I too am acquainted with the intense grief of losing a grandson. My 18-year-old grandson died in a truck wreck in October of 2010. May God comfort Colton’s family during this difficult time.
Dawn Cannon says
Heather,
I am so sorry to hear about your son. I pray peace and comfort for you and your family.
Dawn Cannon
Tanya S. Mattek says
Heather,
Words seem inadequate. Please take care of yourself and know that I’m thinking of you.
Most Sincerely,
~Tanya Schott Mattek
Tish Milligan says
may the Angels lead Colton into Paradise May the martyrs come to welcome him Safely Home. So very sorry for your loss. The Milligan Family
Cristy Welch says
Colton was my student in a year where I was encountering a lot of difficulty. He always put a smile on my face and was an amazing friend to everyone. He may not have been an A+ student, but he worked hardest at what mattered most, which was showing love to others. It was a gift to have him in our lives and we are grateful to have known him.
Mary Gunn says
Chad and family, there are no words to help the sadness and emptiness you are feeling. Just know you are in our thoughts. So sorry for your loss. Mary Gunn
Meghan Santella says
Heather, I never personally got to know Colton, but I felt like I did by the way his former teachers and Claire would talk of him with a smile on their faces every single time. Claire shared about him frequently – how he shared her heart for social justice and was an incredible brother and role model to her. I have been thinking of you all and sending my prayers. You raised some amazing, kind, and memorable children who have and continue to change the world and soften the hearts of others. All my love to you all.
Donna Nolan says
I don’t even have words Heather except I’m sorry. He was the epitome of cool without even trying. He was a champion of the underdog and a genuinely nice kid. I’m sure he has the angels dancing and laughing, but that doesn’t make it any easier for all who love him on earth. Godspeed Colton.
Johanna Dunkel says
He was the funniest kid ever, and he was the kind of funny where he didn’t even have to try, and he didn’t have to be mean to make people laugh. I got held back a year at Rosary so I got to be in his class for a year, and I’ve known him since kindergarten, he would come to our youth group at rosary, and always had a way of making a room light up. He knew how to man a group of people, and to make them smile. I hadn’t seen him in several years until about a month ago he reached out and told me that he hoped I was doing well and he was so proud of me for doing all the things I intended to do. I’m so proud of him, and I hope he knows that.
He will never be forgotten!🤍
Mandy Apple says
Colton was beloved
in our household during high school. He ate many a family dinner with us and had been given the nickname “Crouton” by our youngest. He was a wonderful friend to Maddy and we all cherish his memory. We are grieving with you during this time. The Apples
Melissa Eldridge says
I can’t imagine the devastation that you and your family are going through. I hope you find comfort in knowing that you are surrounded by those who love you. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Mark Ogden & Anita Ruiz says
Heather, Christian & Claire,
Words cannot express the sadness in my heart when I heard the news of losing Colton. We got to talk to him a few months ago and he’d grown up to be such an awesome young man! Our prayers are with you over this great loss. Love you all!!!
Kerry Keiter says
Colton was an amazing young man. We were so happy to be a part of his life. He is in the arms of the Father. Words cannot describe our sadness but we know that God is close to the brokenhearted. My prayers go out to you and your family. I will forever remember his bright eyes and smile….
Friends says
RIP the Juice <3
Carmen Chicola says
My love and prayers go out to you and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Kenzie says
I love you colton. We’ll see you again someday, for now, rest easy juice.
Kelly says
I’ll miss your smile, Colton. Rest easy.
Ms. Kelly