Mary Ilene Cox Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Mary Ilene Cox of Sparta, Tennessee, whose life came to an end on July 12, 2025 at the age of 90, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Bedford Stanton Taylor, Sr. and Euna Lee Jones Taylor; her grandson Gaines Franklin Key; and her siblings, Jenny Presley, Christine Clark, Mattie Taylor, Ed, Robert, Buddy, Bedford, Jr. and Jerry Taylor.
She is survived by: her children, Gaines Edward Key, Jr., John Ross Key, Mary Randolph (Vernon) and Frances Sue Randolph (Dewayne); her sisters, Anna Pearl Brown and Reba Proffit; and her caregiver Trina Woody. She is also survived by 33 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Hunter Funeral Home (120 Bockman Way, Sparta, TN 38583). A funeral service was held on Monday, July 14th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
