He was retired from the Drew County Sheriff's Office, a self-employed dirt contractor and was a member of Pauline Missionary Baptist Church. T.C. loved his work but his greatest love was his family. He also enjoyed coon hunting. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by one brother, Willie Cox.
Survivors include his wife of 53 years, Gladys M. Akin Cox of Monticello; three sons, Gene Cox and wife Judy of Vilonia, Chris Cox and wife Prissi of Monticello and Phillip Cox of Atlanta, GA; one daughter, Shelly Rabb and husband Ward of Monticello; one sister, Bettie Watson of Monticello; one brother, Dolph Hayes and wife Sharon of Pine Bluff; seven grandchildren, Miranda Reynolds and husband Mike, Kaycee Rountree and husband Timothy, Haley Jackson and husband Skylar, Megan Dixon and husband Aaron, Michael Rabb and wife Aly, Cole Cox and Chelsea Cox; three honorary grandchildren, Skyler Hart, Carlton Talley and Delaney Ross; and fifteen great-grandchildren.
Funeral service will be 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February 6, 2020 at Pauline Missionary Baptist Church with burial to follow in Campground Cemetery. Visitation 6:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(35)
Cynthia McKinstry
Little Rock, AR Sunday, February 9, 2020 Prayers & thoughts are with the family during this time of lads of Mr. Tommy..Gail Kizer
Dermott, AR Thursday, February 6, 2020 Condolences to all of Tommy's family. He was a great guy. I always enjoyed my visits with him. I hired him to do some work for me on several occasions and he did a very good job. He definitely was someone you could trust.Sherry O'Neill-Rawls
Monticello, AR Thursday, February 6, 2020 I am so sorry to hear of Tommy's passing. He was always so friendly & always seem to say the right things to make you feel at ease in your conversations with him. He was a great guy & such a good Christian man. I pray God will comfort you & give you the strength you need to persevere. God bless you. Sherry & Tony RawlsMarshall & Sheila Morgan
Dumas, AR Thursday, February 6, 2020 Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Gloria Ryburn
, TX Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Gladys , So sorry you have to go through this,Yes it’s hard but in time it will get better . Prayers for you and family , but know he’s not suffering anymore. Love andPrayersBobbie Ross
, TX Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Gladys and family, I am so sorry to hear of your great loss. May God bless you all during this difficult time.Jane Jo Summerford
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 5, 2020 So sorry for your family’s loss. Thinking of all of you and praying for your comfort at this difficult time.Steve Howard
North Little Rock, AR Wednesday, February 5, 2020 He was a good man.. Prayers for his family...Marijo Pruett Miles
Springfield, MO Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Graduated from high school with Tommy and have many good memories of him. He was a kind and thoughtful person and will be missed by many . My prayers are for all of you. Marijojoann
monticello, AR Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Chris and family so sorry about the loss of your Dad ,Prayers for comfort in the day's ahead
God Bless
Joann Adair Holian
Alvin and Irma James
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 5, 2020 To family: so sorry to hear of Tommy. Great guy and was one of the “always on the go kinda man”. Our misfortune but he came to our rescue to help bury an animal and didn’t really feel like it ...,but something he really wanted to do and enjoyed. Really treasured our visit that day with him sharing all his updates. He will be missed and love and special thoughts to each of you.Roger & Wanda Pierce
Monticello, AR Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Sorry to hear about Tommy, you guys are great friends.Carolyn Bloom
Hot Springs, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Gladys, prayers for you and your familyJohn and Karla Rice
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Thinking of u at this time of SorrowCindy Dunemn
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Condolences to the family.Tommy was one of my dads good friends. He was a great guy!
Kandy and Phillip Farmer
Benton, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Gladys and family,We are so sorry for your loss of Tommy. He was so friendly and kind. He will be missed by all. Prayers and love for you.
Sarah Blackmon
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Praying or you during this time of loss.Tammy Benson
Conway, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 We are very sorry for your loss. What a beautiful family you are! We send our thoughts, love and prayers.Tammy and Lawrence Benson, Conway, AR
Robin D Johnson
Monticello, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Prayers to each of you for your loss. Tommy served and community in many ways and was a good man. Many memories of him throughout the years! Much Love!Robin Johnson and Family
Maribeth Frazer
Warren, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Thoughts and prayers for your family.Deborah Ross
Doe Run, MO Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Tommy was a long time family friend , he was a great friend to all, will be missed by all , love and prayers to all of his familyLauri Beckner
New Edinburg, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Gladys, there are no words that I know of that can soothe your pain. So sad to learn of the loss of your Husband. I pray that you receive the Godly gifts of peace and strength for the coming days. Sending you hugs.Martha Horn
Hamburg, AR Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Prayers are with all of you.May God put his loving arms around each of you.🙏🙏lois kellum
LAKE VILLAGE, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 he sure will be missed. i worked with him several years while he worked at drew co so and i at the pd.,He has helped us with work at our house, he is just a best friend ever.He was very easy to work with. prayers for you all.Donna Usry
, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 Gladys and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.Kevin Hoffman
Hector, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 I knew Tommy before I worked with the Sheriff department in the 90's and I enjoyed the times I got to ride with him on patrol. He was a great guy. Prayers for the family.Kevin Hoffman and family.
Mark&Mary withers
Camden, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 He was a good man and will be missed! prayers for the family!Matt Clark
Monticello, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 Our deepest condolences from the Matt and Jamie Jo Clark family.Kim Ray
Monticello, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 Mrs. Gladys,Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim Ray
Janice Earlene Pigue
Huntsville, AL Monday, February 3, 2020 I graduated Monticello High School with Tommy. Sorry to hear of his passing. RIP Tommy.Harry Densmore
Star City, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 Gladys and family, our deepest condolences.Scott Milburn
Monticello, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 Chris, sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and the family.Bill kendrick
Monticello, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 Sorry for your loss. He was a good friend!!Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Monday, February 3, 2020 Chris, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I know you will truly miss him. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God surround you with his loving arms to give you peace and comfort.With much love & sympathy,
Janice
Trudy Tucker Carrington
Rowlett, TX Monday, February 3, 2020 Dear Family,So sorry to hear of Uncle Tommy's passing. May the peace of God be with you all at this time. Sending love and prayers for all.