It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Lawrence Cox of Makanda, Illinois, born in Carbondale, Illinois, who passed away at the age of 90, on January 13, 2021. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lawrence Cox to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Sherman Cox and Rachel Cox (Craig); his wife Phyllis Hale; his daughter Cheryl Baltzell; his brothers, Hubert, Otis, Dean and Curtis Cox; and his pet Pug.

He is survived by : his sons, Wayne Cox (Patty) of Makanda, Yogi Cox (Cathy Rushing) of Makanda, Leonard "Boo" Cox (Julie) of Makanda and Sherman Cox (Penny Walter) of Marion; his son-in-law Harley Baltzell of Makanda; and his pet Bear. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; 2 great great-grandchildren.

COVID restrictions apply and masks must be worn.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

Suggested donation : St. Jude Children's Research Hospital

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Riggin-Pillatsch & Burke Funeral Home