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Neomi Cox

December 29, 1932 — September 2, 2024

Olathe, Colorado

Olathe resident, Neomi Cox, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 2, 2024, at Delta County Memorial Hospital in Delta, Colorado under the care of Hope West. Neomi was 91 years old. 

Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, September 9, 2024, at Taylor Funeral Service Chapel in Delta, Colorado.

Neomi Cox was born December 29, 1932, to Benjamin and Faye Hall in La Plata, New Mexico. Neomi graduated Salutatorian from Olathe High School in 1950. After high school Neomi obtained certification from Blair Business College. 

On January 4, 1953, Neomi married her high school sweetheart, Duain Cox in Olathe, Colorado. To this union four children were born. Neomi and Duain traveled all over the world together, including Australia/New Zealand, Germany, Europe, Russia, Africa, Mexico, and several trips to Alaska and Hawaii. The couple had the honor of sharing 65 years of love and marriage.

Neomi raised four children and kept books for the family cattle and farming operation on California Mesa. She was a personal banker in Delta retiring after 21 years and served on the board of the Tri County Water Conservancy for over 16 years. She supported local arts and loved attending Magic Circle Players productions. Volunteer work included time at the Memorial County Hospital. She was happiest when spending time outdoors, travelling the world, enjoying the family cabin, and playing Bridge (of which she was an exceptional player). She enjoyed socializing at the Elks with her husband and friends. 

Neomi is survived by her son, Russel Cox of Centennial, CO; three daughters, Karen Decker (Paul) of Castle Rock, CO, Sharon Marquez (Steve) of Olathe, CO, and Lori Baker (John) of Olathe, CO; 8 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and 1 great great-grandchild.

Neomi was preceded in death by her husband, two sisters, a granddaughter, and a great granddaughter. 

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Monday, September 9, 2024

11:00 - 11:00 am (Mountain time)

Taylor Funeral Services & Crematory - Delta

682 1725 Road, Delta, CO 81416

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