Ronald E. Cox's obituary , Passed away on October 3, 2026 in Melrose, Massachusetts

Ronald E. Cox

June 23, 1943 - October 3, 2026 (83 years old)

Melrose, Massachusetts

Ronald E. Cox's obituary , Passed away on October 3, 2026 in Melrose, Massachusetts

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Ronald E. Cox

June 23, 1943 - October 3, 2026 (83 years old)

Melrose, Massachusetts

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Ronald E. Cox Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Ronald E. Cox of Melrose, Massachusetts. Ronald, born on June 23, 1943, passed away on October 3, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ronald E. Cox to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edwin Cox and Edna Cox. He is survived by: his wife Irene Ferreira; his children, David, Patricia (Adam) and Amanda (David); his grandchildren, Joshua, Zachary, Abigail, Jack, Lucas and Eleanor; and his siblings, Carl, Elaine and Arlene. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 8th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Gately Funeral Home (79 W Foster St, Melrose, MA 02176). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the First United Methodist Church (645 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176).

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the Bread of Life, breadoflifemalden.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gately Funeral Home



Thu

Oct 08

Visitation

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Gately Funeral Home
79 W Foster St, Melrose, MA 02176

Fri

Oct 09

Funeral service

10:00 AM

First United Methodist Church
645 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176

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