David Earle Cox

Sep 8, 1942 — Feb 5, 2026

Athens, TX

David Earle Cox

On February 5, 2026 a star was born in the Heavens. The work of art, David Cox was completed...

Shining for all eternity~

Look up in wonderment and awe.

And the first star you see is David watching over you.

He'll be remembered by all who loved him.

David E. Cox born 9/8/1942 greeted the Lord on 2/5/2026 with two chimes of the church bell. Only son of Ernest and Olga (Simonsen) Cox. The most beloved and dearly missed husband of Colleen O’Neill. Together they enjoyed a full life of love, laughter, adventures and devotion for 35 years. Predeceased by half-brothers Clarence and Russell Cox. Survived by his long-time friends Mike Sarkady, Kenny Holzinger and in-laws Kevin, Kathleen and Sean O’Neill.

Grave-side services arranged by Anderson-Clayton Funeral Home for February 24, 2026 at 2 p.m. with military honors at the VA Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery.

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Past Services

Graveside Service

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

2:00 - 2:30 pm (Central time)

VA Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery

2000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211

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