Obituary: Salley Jean Cox

February 16, 1939 – November 3, 2024

Sally Jean Cox, 85, of Bedford, passed away on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her family.

Born February 16, 1939, in London, KY, she was the daughter of Walter and Julia Rush. She married Joe Cox in 1956, and he preceded her in death. She retired from M. Fine & Sons.

Survivors include sons Rocky (Shelly) Cox and Terry Cox, all of Bedford; a daughter, Sandra Dowling, of Bedford; grandchildren Stephen Lake, Derek (Ashley) Dowling, Dustin Cox, Jesse Cox, Braden (Emma) Cox, Morgan Lambert; several great-grandchildren who loved her dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, daughter Linda Lake, son-in-law Doug Dowling, daughter-in-law Kathy Cox, and brothers and sisters.

Pastor David Ferry will officiate at graveside services at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 6th, at Green Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday at the Day & Carter Mortuary.

Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com.