COX JOHN HAMILTON III Left our presence to be with the Lord on November 19, 2015, after an extended illness. Was born July 18, 1933, in Glasgow, PA, to the late Melvin Charles and Anna Margaret Garvey Cox. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Delores Marie Cox O'Brien and Anne Margaret Cox Roberts; a brother, Charles Melvin Cox; and his daughter, Linda Joan Hamilton Cox. Surviving are his two brothers, Paul Michael Cox (Cathy) of Allison Park, PA, and James Ronald Cox (Ann) of Melbourne, FL; his two children, John Hamilton Cox IV of Fisher, PA, Catherine Cox Byrd of Atkinson, GA; his grandchildren, Todd Jason (TJ) Nicewonger (Trisha) of Kill Devil Hills, NC, Rachel Grace Nupher of Brookville, PA, Heather Rebecca Cox of Greenville, PA, John Hamilton (L J) Cox V (Stormie) of Lyndora, PA, Jeremiah Hamilton Byrd of Atkinson, GA and Joshua Eugene Byrd (Ashley) of Atkinson, GA; and special nephew, Henry Roberts; also surviving are 12 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. He served in the United States Army from 1953 until 1955, was a member of the American Legion Post #66, the Knights of Columbus, and remained a patriot throughout his life. He graduated from Robert Morris College, which allowed for a lifelong career in corporate finance and accounting. He was of the Catholic faith and a member of St. Peter Catholic Church in Slippery Rock, PA, which is where he made his home after retirement from his extensive career. He was an avid sports fan, both college and professional. His most enjoyable time was spent visiting with his family and at his camp in Green Oaks as he loved the outdoors. His sense of humor and scholarly discussions will be missed dearly by his many friends and family. A Memorial Service will be held in mid - January. Memorial donations may be made to the American Legion. Funeral arrangements entrusted to KING FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES, INC., Allison Park, PA. Send condolences post-gazette.com/gb
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