Home > United States of America > Nebraska > Greeley County > Wolbach > Hillside Cemetery > John Jefferson Cox

John Jefferson Cox

Birth	:	23 Jan 1866 St. Francois County, Missouri, USA
Death	:	9 Jun 1938 Wolbach, Greeley County, Nebraska, USA
Burial	:	Hillside Cemetery, Wolbach, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.4005089, -98.3921356
Plot	:	Block 7, Lot 138
Description	:	From The Wolbach Messenger, Wolbach, Nebraska, Thursday June 16, 1938, transcribed by Linda Berney: J. J. Cox Called to Reward Thursday, Settled Near Cedar Rapids in 1889; Death Follows Long Illness; Interment in Hillside Cemetery – Rev. W. J. Primrose, in the absence of pastor G. M. Bing, conducted the last rites held for J. J. Cox, 72, at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon, June12. Mr. Cox's death followed a long illness at his home here, Thursday evening, June 9. He had come to Nebraska, settling near Cedar Rapids in 1889, later moving near Wolbach where he farmed until... Read More	From The Wolbach Messenger, Wolbach, Nebraska, Thursday June 16, 1938, transcribed by Linda Berney: J. J. Cox Called to Reward Thursday, Settled Near Cedar Rapids in 1889; Death Follows Long Illness; Interment in Hillside Cemetery – Rev. W. J. Primrose, in the absence of pastor G. M. Bing, conducted the last rites held for J. J. Cox, 72, at the Methodist church Sunday afternoon, June12. Mr. Cox's death followed a long illness at his home here, Thursday evening, June 9. He had come to Nebraska, settling near Cedar Rapids in 1889, later moving near Wolbach where he farmed until in recent years his heath forced his retirement from activity. The esteem with which he was held was witnessed by the attendance at the final rites, when friends, relatives and neighbors, many from a distance filled the church and floral offerings were profuse. Interment was made at the Hillside Cemetery with the following as pallbearers: Chas Kraft, Archie Nelson, S. L. Starr, Garrett Wibbels, Thos. Silk, and W. F. Nelson. John Jefferson Cox was born in St. Francis County, Missouri, on January 23, 1866, and passed away at his home in Wolbach, June 9, 1938 at the age of 72 years, 4 months and 17 days. He moved with his parents to Irvington, Ill., in 1872 where he attained manhood. Here he attended college for two years, and later took a course in telegraphy. On October 15, 1885, he was united in marriage to Ellen Russell. To this union there were born eight children. In 1889 he moved to Nebraska, locating on a farm near Cedar Rapids. Later he moved to a farm near Wolbach where he resided until failing health necessitated his moving into Wolbach. Here he remained until his death. Mr. Cox was a member of the Dew Drop church with which church he continued his membership until his death. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife, five daughters, Ada Trautman and Carla Wagner of Wolbach, Ida Auten of Cedar Rapids, Bertha Kinney of Ogallala, and Gladys Steele of Grand Island; three sons, Charles L. of Tulare, Calif., J. William of Wolbach and Oliver J. of Spalding. Also surviving is a brother, W. T. Cox of Cedar Rapids, twenty-one grandchildren and five great-grandchildren besides a host of other relatives and friends. The sympathy of this community is extended by the Messenger to the bereaved family.

frequently asked questions (FAQ):

Where is John Jefferson Cox's memorial?
John Jefferson Cox's memorial is located at: Hillside Cemetery, Wolbach, Greeley County, USA.
When did John Jefferson Cox death?
John Jefferson Cox death on 9 Jun 1938 in Wolbach, Greeley County, Nebraska, USA
Where are the coordinates of the John Jefferson Cox's memorial?
Latitude: 41.4005089
Longitude: -98.3921356

Family Members:

Parent

John L. Cox

(1833 - 1898)

Rachel Pirtle Cox

(1835 - 1912)

Spouse

Ellen Marie Russell Cox

(1866 - 1945)

Siblings

Susan Rebecca Cox Pitchford

(1856 - 1914)

William Thomas Cox

(1858 - 1946)

Children

Jack William Cox

(1889 - 1965)

Ida J. Cox Auten

(1894 - 1985)

Oliver J Cox

(1901 - 1976)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Hillside Cemetery
Wolbach, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4005089, -98.3921356

2. North Logan Cemetery
Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3657990, -98.4492035

3. Spring Creek Cemetery
Cushing, Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3314200, -98.3833300

4. Summit Cemetery
Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3875008, -98.4953003

5. Rock Creek Cemetery
Cushing, Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3367004, -98.3246994

6. Fairdale Sunrise Cemetery
Elba, Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3580000, -98.4887000

7. North Cemetery
Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3222008, -98.4347000

8. South Logan Cemetery
Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3222100, -98.4352600

9. Hamm Cemetery
Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2933006, -98.4672012

10. East O'Connor Cemetery
O'Connor, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5106000, -98.4638000

11. O'Connor Cemetery
O'Connor, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5101128, -98.4654999

12. Fairdale Cemetery
Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2891998, -98.5152969

13. Enfield Cemetery
Boone County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5391998, -98.2782974

14. Glenwood Cemetery
Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2928990, -98.2148550

15. Saint Josephs Cemetery
Elba, Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2930984, -98.5746994

16. Swedish Cemetery
Greeley, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5525017, -98.5147018

17. Elba Cemetery
Elba, Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2764015, -98.5643997

18. Fish Creek Cemetery
Scotia, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4663000, -98.6154000

19. Cotesfield Cemetery
Cotesfield, Howard County, USA
Coordinate: 41.3358002, -98.6219025

20. Sacred Heart Cemetery
Greeley, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5539017, -98.5381012

21. Peace Lutheran Cemetery
Belgrade, Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4306984, -98.1434021

22. Greeley Cemetery
Greeley, Greeley County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5554000, -98.5400000

23. Redwing Cemetery
Nance County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4446983, -98.1369019

24. Rose Hill Cemetery
Palmer, Merrick County, USA
Coordinate: 41.2256012, -98.2692032