Joan Cox Obituary
In loving memory of Joan Cox of East Haven, Connecticut, who departed this world on February 24, 2025 at the age of 92. Joan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Toohey and Mary Toohey (McNamara); her sons, Thomas Cox and Michael Cox; her husband Elwood "Babe" Cox; and her siblings, John Toohey, Teresa Dombrowski and Mary Morann.
She is survived by: her daughters, Patricia Cox of East Haven, Elaine Thomas (Roy) of Torrance, CA, Joan Lucas (Billy Gormley) of East Haven, Ellen Clements (Robert) of Villas, NJ, Frances Arsenault (late Ricky Arsenault) of East Haven and Maureen Monaghan (Michael) of Guilford; her daughter-in-law Alicia Colon Cox Preceding (late Thomas); her grandchildren, Bazin Girma, Enderyas Girma, Megan Lucas, Richard Sgrignari (Mike), Lauren Clements (Emily), Maggie Kaelble (Sean), Sean Monaghan and Kelsey Gorski (Dave); and her great grandchildren, Patrick Harrison, Bradley Harrison, Liam Harrison, Shiloh Girma and Parker Kaelble.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Operation Smile, 3641 Faculty Blvd., Virginia Beach VA 23443-8000 in memory of Joan Cox or your favorite charity.
