William Erick Cox Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of William Erick Cox Sr. (West Valley City, Utah), born in Murray, Utah, who passed away on September 5, 2026, at the age of 87. William will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Erick Cox Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Henry Cox and Pauline Dolores Peterson; his girlfriend Esther Galvez; his siblings, John, Donald, Ken, Doug, Margaret, Irene and Vera; his son Jason; and his daughter-in-law Cherry.
He is survived by: his sons, Bill Cox (Renae), Troy Bowman (Missy) and Chris Bowman.
Viewing was held on Thursday, September 17th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Early Duke Ward Building (4444 Early Duke St, West Valley City, UT 84120). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (4444 Early Duke St, West Valley City, UT 84120). A burial was held on Friday, September 18th 2026 at 11:30 AM at the Memorial Lake Hills Mortuary & Cemetery (10055 S State St, Sandy, UT 84070).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice, honoring Bill's generous spirit.
