Darlene B. Cox
April 17, 1931 - August 22, 2019
Obituary
BARABOO/NORTH FREEDOM-Darlene (Burris) Cox, age 88, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019 at St. Clare Meadows Care Center. She was born on April 17, 1931, the daughter of Raymond and Louise (Hanneman) Burris. Darlene was raised in Waunakee before her family settled in the North Freedom area.
While working for the Pickar family she met a handsome, blue eyed man, named Orville Cox. They were united in marriage on Dec. 6, 1947. Their marriage was blessed with five children, Durlin, Linda, Steven, Alan and Dean. Darlene continued to work as she raised her family. She especially enjoyed working with children at the North Freedom Elementary School and as a librarian at the North Freedom Public Library. After retiring from the school (28 years) and the library (20 years) she remained active with a part-time job at Land’s End for eight years.
Darlene also worked at the Mid-Continent Railway Museum in North Freedom. She was committed to her community by serving as a member of the American Legion Post No. 172 Auxillary and a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Ladies’ Aid
Darlene had a warm smile, gracious heart and was a friend to all. She enjoyed reading and loved her jellybeans, strawberry shortcake and a good cup of coffee! Her greatest pleasure was sitting around a table with good friends and finishing a pot of coffee. Darlene and Orville's lives were blessed with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She always stayed connected with them and proudly spoke of their activities and accomplishments.
Darlene is survived by her daughter, Linda (Arvin) Faivre of North Freedom; daughter-in-law, Linda Cox of Reedsburg; sons, Alan Cox of Baraboo and Dean (Denia) Cox of Tazewell, Tenn.; seven grandchildren, Susan (Tim) Brooks, Stephanie (David) VonBehren, Justin (Michelle) Cox, Sheryll (Matt Klemm) Faivre, Shannon (James) Fisher, Ethan Cox and Lakota Cox; 11 great-grandchildren, Jordan, Taylor, Kaylee, Kiana, Gerald, Aubrey, Gracey, Oliver, Paisley, Ashton and Freya; nieces and nephews; and many beloved relatives and friends. Darlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Orville; sons, Durlin and Steve; four brothers, Al, Harley, Leonard and Calvin Burris.
A funeral service will be held at ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH, 106 S. Maple St., North Freedom, at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 30, 2019, with the Rev. Andrew Meyer presiding. Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service on Friday.
Darlene's family wishes a heartfelt thank you to the staff at St. Clare Meadows for their loving care and to Pastor Meyer for all his visits and spiritual care. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
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Events
Visitation
Fri Aug 30, 2019 @ 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
St. Paul Lutheran Church • 106 Maple Street, North Freedom, WI 53951
Service
Fri Aug 30, 2019 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
St. Paul Lutheran Church • 106 Maple Street, North Freedom, WI 53951
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Memories
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Gerri Roth
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Darlene was one of my favorite people. Such a sweet lady, she loved the color pink and it suited her. We worked together years ago at the Shopper Stopper. I will miss seeing her at the Meadows. One of the great ones has passed.
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Sonja Rice (Anderson)
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Sending prayers for the Cox family. Darlene was one of the nicest, respectful and kindest ladies I have ever known. I grew up in North Freedom and use to go to the Library alot as a teenager. I also use to visit her at her house as i grew up with her son Dean. She will defentitly be missed by all that knew her.
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Martha (Truehl) Petry
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Mrs. Cox (I never called her by her first name) will always hold a very special place in my heart. My fondest childhood memories were spent at her house. She taught Theresa and I how to make chocolate chip cookies. How to ride a pony (Bingo), and how to hold a new born kitten. Tiger must have had twenty litters of kittens! She taught us what a work ethic was. We wanted an old banana seat bicycle that she was going to sell. She sold it to Theresa and I for $15. We worked all summer dusting and vacuuming her house to pay for that bike. We went everywhere together on that bike. Mrs. Cox was like a Mom to me growing up. Over the years I have thought of her often with great fondness. She will be missed but NEVER forgotten. To the family, you have my deepest sympathy. My hope is you reflect on all the wonderful times you had with her to ease your grief and sadness. I know I will.
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Kim Kelly
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Darlene touched the hearts of of all the people that she met at The Meadows. She had a beautiful smile that brightened up the room. I feel blessed to have known her. I send my condolences , God's blessings and comfort to all the members of the Cox family. Kim Kelly
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kevin pickar
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Darlene helped guide me as a youngster. I was in school with Alan and as friends we did things together, but with a little warning from her to stay out of trouble and be carefull! Her kindness, understanding, and guidance will never be forgotten. My family extends our deepest condolences to her family. God bless everyone
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Gerri Roth
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I love this sweet lady. We worked together at the Shopper Stopper many years ago and remained friends afterwards. When she showed up at the Meadows, I was so glad to see her and interact with her. She was always smiling and loved the color pink. I miss her sweet face so much.