The Life of WILLIAM JAMES COX

William “Bill” Cox, 70, passed away at MercyOne Hospice House in Johnston on February 26, 2021, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. He was born July 20, 1950, in Clinton, Iowa, the son of John and Mildred Cox.

Bill proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. He was an avid sports enthusiast and fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, Chicago Bears, and Chicago Cubs. Bill loved to golf, but nothing brought him greater joy than spending time with his grandchildren.

Bill is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Pamm; children, Erick (Melisa) Cox and Jinifer Cox; grandchildren, RJ Davis, Sophia and Gabby Cox; his siblings, Janet (Ken) Hartman, Rich (Patty) Cox, Ken Cox, Sue Maher, Jackie (Charlie) Mulholland, and Roger Cox; many nieces and nephews, as well as other loving family and many special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Mildred; son, Matthew Cox, and brother, David Cox.

Visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday, March 4, 2021, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave. in Des Moines. A private family service will be held on Friday, March 5, 2021, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Masks and social distancing will be required. Bill will be laid to rest at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.

Guests are invited to watch Bill’s service virtually through the live stream link beginning at 1:00 p.m. Service for William Cox

In loving memory of Bill, memorial contributions may be directed to MercyOne Hospice House in Johnston.