Jimmie B. Cox, Sr., 83 of Owensboro, passed away peacefully May 9, 2020 while in the care of Hospice of Western Kentucky. He was born May 8, 1937 in Morgantown, KY to the late Odie and Lottie Johnson Cox. Jimmie was retired from HON furniture as a supervisor. He enjoyed riding scooters with friends, listening to country and bluegrass music and playing checkers online with people around the world. Jimmie was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Jean Cox; son, Carmen Ray Cox; grandson, Jacob Izsak; brother, Essie D. Cox and sister, Winnie Mae Cardwell.
He is survived by his son, Jimmie B. Cox Jr.; daughter, Rhonda Gail Ralph and grandchildren, Aaron Cox and Jesse Izsak.
In compliance with health and safety directives, services for Mr. Cox will be private. Burial will be at South Hampton Cemetery.
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