Margaret Rose Cox

Margaret Rose Cox, age 74, of Cromwell, IN passed away on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN. She was born on August 26, 1942 in Albion, IN the daughter of Charles and Mable (Hutchins) Campbell. On November 11, 1960 she married Gary L. Cox; he preceded her in death on May 11, 1995.

She is survived by four children, Gary (Karen) Cox of Kimmell, IN, Timm (Deanna) Cox of Lady Lake, Florida, Tina (Alan “Joe”) Shultz of Albion, IN, and Shawn (Sherry) Cox of Ligonier, IN; twelve grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband; a daughter, Jeana Pontzius; her parents; a twin sister, Martha Streby; two brothers, Charles Campbell and Richard Campbell; and a sister, Betty Hammond.

Margaret retired from the Noble County Sherriff’s Department in 2011 after over 10 years of faithful service. She was a devoted mother and homemaker who enjoyed various activities, from knitting and woodworking to repairing motorcycle engines and blade sharpening.

A memorial service will be held in Margaret’s honor on Thursday, April 20, 2017 at 7PM at Yeager Funeral Home, 1589 Lincolnway South; Ligonier, IN 46767. Pastor Randy Penwell will officiate.

Family and friends will be received from 5-7 PM prior to the service at the funeral home. Memorial contributions in Margaret’s honor may be directed to Ligonier or Sparta Township Fire Departments.