J Wylie Cox

J Wylie Cox, age 89, of Warden, Washington, peacefully passed away at home early morning on December 6, 2023. He was born on January 9, 1934, in Shelley, Idaho, to Wylie Nelson Cox and Jeanette Lucile Judd. Shortly after his birth his parents moved to the Cle Elum area to farm along with along with Cliff Hampton, Clair Hampton and Peril Cox. J Wylie attended the Denmark one room school in Ellensburg. His family moved to the Roza Project in Prosser, WA along with many other Basin Family’s in the late 40’s where he would graduate from Prosser High School in 1953 and wed Mary E. Havner the following October. J and Mary have just celebrated 69 years of marriage. J Wylie was drafted into the Korean War. During his service, he was stationed at Fort McClellan, Anniston, Alabama, where he was an instructor of Chemical Warfare for the Army and was discharged as Specialist First Class. Roberta Lynn was born in 1958 in Alabama and J, Mary and Roberta travelled home to Prosser. J Wylie worked with his Uncle Vern and in the early 60’s they moved to Connell, Washington to farm where Sharma Kay was born in 1963 and Camiekae in 1965. Shortly thereafter they moved to Warden Washington where J. Wylie would work for Vern, then Country Gardens as a Fieldman until approached by Nathan Gellert to work as a dealer for Gellert Sales and Service, which he continued to do until he retired in his late 70’s. J Wylie was not only dedicated to his work in the air ventilation business. He & Mary spent years with the Warden Jr. Miss program and in 1973 he purchased his first Ford Sunliner parade car when the town did not have a float & Robbie was Jr. Miss. This turned into a passion for collecting classic cars, particularly Ford Thunderbirds, which he would be known as the “Thunderbird Man” for many years. He enjoyed having a large garden and spending time on the farm and most importantly time with his family through his final years. J Wylie was a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. His faith was a cornerstone of his life, and he believed in the principle that "Every member is a missionary." J Wylie loved to share the gospel and his testimony of the plan of salvation with others. He was teaching Sunday School up to the very end and has accepted his calling in Heaven. His unwavering faith & commitment to his beliefs served as an inspiration to all who knew him. He will be remembered for his love of Fords, Diet Pepsi, Vicks Cough drops, Lifesavers, Horns a Plenty, Sticks of Juicy Fruit Gum, Cowboy Poetry, Western Music, Looney Tunes, Disney & Smokey and the Bandit Movies, Native American History, Anything Sweet & Good to Eat, and being an amazing Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Friend and Neighbor. J Wylie Cox is survived by his beloved wife of 69 years, Mary E. Cox, his daughter Roberta Lynn Noga (Pat), & Camiekae Lynch (Kevin). He is also survived by his grandchildren Steven J. and Jennifer Noga, Josh Noga, Alex & Yaque Rosas, Kris Noga and Hannah Rose Lynch. He leaves behind great-grandchildren Riley & Kaidyn Noga, Alexis Noga, Brandon Surber Noga, and A.J. & Aniyah Rosas. J Wylie is also survived by his brothers Jerry Cox and Howard Cox and many nieces and nephews. J Wylie was preceded in death by his parents, Wylie & Lucile, his daughter Sharma Kay, and his sister Carolyn. A viewing will be held on December 14, 2023, at Kayser's Chapel of Memories from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. The funeral service will take place on Friday, December 15, 2023, at 11:00 am at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Warden. The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to Othello Hospital and caregivers who provided exceptional care and support during J Wylie Cox's short illness. J Wylie will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His memory will forever live on in our hearts, and the impact of his love & kindness, unwavering faith, and deep love for his family will be felt for generations to come. In Lieu of Flowers, the family asks to please donate to the Warden Fire Department (Grant Co #4), P.O. Box 368, Warden, WA. 98857 To join the service via Zoom, visit https://zoom.us/j/99153283625#success

J Wylie Cox

January 9, 1934 - December 6, 2023