Edna Elizabeth Cox

July 3, 1936 - June 14, 2020

Edna Elizabeth Cox of Rising Sun, MD, age 83, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2020. Edna was born on July 3, 1936 in Newark, DE to the late Herbert Wood and Elizabeth (Lee) Wood.

Edna was a 1956 graduate of Newark High School. After graduating she worked in the Agriculture Department at the University of Delaware. Joseph “Al” Alan Cox took a weekend leave from the Marines in Quantico to Delaware and met the love of his life. Edna and Al were married on April 6, 1957. Later she left the workforce for 20 years to raise their 4 children. Once her children were grown, Edna went on to work as a para-professional at Shue Middle, Medill Elementary and John G. Leach where she worked with special needs children for 18 years until she retired in 1998.

Edna loved to read, listening to Elvis Presley music and working in her garden. She loved spending time with her family especially her grandchildren, she hosted Thanksgiving and the family reunion for decades and looked forward to the girl’s yearly beach trip with her daughters and granddaughters. Edna attended Ebenezer United Methodist Church in Pike Creek, DE, volunteered at the New Castle County polling for several years for primary and presidential elections, she was a member of the North South Skirmish Association (a historical conservation group) and was a member of the 3rd MD Artillery where she was considered everyone’s mom and mom-mom.

Edna is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Joseph “Al” Alan Cox; two sons: Ron Cox and his wife Nancy, and Mike Cox and his wife Stacey; two daughters: Karen Maloney and her husband Rob, and Andrea Brown and her husband Steve; ten grandchildren: Andrew, Amy, Rachel, Chelsea, Sarah, Nicole, Emily, Jessica, Ethan, Kaitlin; and 6 great grandchildren. In addition to her parents, Edna is preceded in death by her brother, Willard Wood.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Amedysis Hospice, Tawnda Churchill, Helen Graham Center and the Christiana Hospital nurses of the 6th floor.

A celebration of Edna’s life will be held from 12pm-3pm on Saturday, June 20, 2020 at the home of Al and Edna Cox. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to “Lions Club International” and sent in care of R.T. Foard Funeral Home, PO Box 248, Rising Sun, MD 21911.

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Edna Elizabeth Cox of Rising Sun, MD, age 83, passed away Sunday, June 14, 2020. Edna was born on July 3, 1936 in Newark, DE to the late Herbert Wood and Elizabeth (Lee) Wood. Edna was a 1956 graduate of Newark High School. After graduating she worked in the Agriculture Department at the University ofContinue Reading

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Dave and I are so sorry to hear of your mothers passing, may she rest in peace.. I didn't know her personally, but I hear she was a special lady.. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

We feel like we lost our mom too. Will sorely miss Edna. Love and thoughts to Al and all of the Cox family.

Sending love and light to the family from our whole hearts.

We are so very sorry to hear of Edna's passing. She was such a wonderful person and we know that her passing has left a hole in the hearts of many. She has touched so many lives in such a positive way and will be remembered for many, many years to come. It is not often you come across such a caring, giving person. We feel very fortunate and blessed to have known Edna, and have good memories of our times with her. Our thoughts are with all of you and we hope time heals your heart.

I am sorry to hear of your family's loss, Ron. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

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I just read about Edna's passing on FB! I am so very saddened!I had no idea Edna was ill.
I am sending my deepest condolences to her family and friends. May she RIP as she was such a wonderdul, loving and giving person always!
Wow....she will be missed by anyone that knew her!

Al my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. We had some good times together with you and Edna when Aunt Eleanor and I visited. A lot of fun memories.

Hello! So sad to read this - she was a special lady! Our hearts go out to her husband and family - they were all so special to us, especially having them as neighbors outside Newark, Delaware.

I will miss her so much. She was the sweetest little lady I knew. She made everyone feel like family. I always got a special hug and kiss when I saw her. Rest in peace mom. You will be missed love ya.

Sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish the wonderful memories that you have. She will forever be in your hearts.

What can I say about Edna ?She was a loving thoughtful,caring MomMom of the 3rd Maryland.The days always seemed brighter when she was there.We will miss her very much. Terry & Bev Donohue

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.