Bobbie Milton Cox

bobbie cox

January 7, 1958 ~ September 28, 2025

Born in: Moore County, NC
Resided in: Carthage, NC

Bobbie Milton Cox, 67, of Carthage, passed away at his home surrounded by his family on Sunday, September 28, 2025.

He was born on January 7, 1958, to Bobbie and Carol Collier Cox in Moore County. He spent his early years in Massachusetts. He later returned to Moore County after serving in the US Air Force. Bobbie worked as an Operations Manager for the Moore County Airport for 38 years. He married Mary Ellen Neuhauser on September 20, 1980.

Bobbie enjoyed hunting and fishing with his dad, brothers, and then his son.  He enjoyed traveling with his family and watching his children have fun. When the grandkids came along, he loved reading to them and learned a lot about Bluey. He so enjoyed singing in the church choir and being a deacon. He served in the nursery alongside his wife, where he was an expert at handing out snacks. Bobbie’s humor would make anyone laugh.   

Bobbie is survived by his loving wife of 45 years Mary Ellen; two daughters, Celia Cox of Carthage, NC, Shelia Stigers of Aberdeen, NC; son, David Cox of Southern Pines, NC; mother, Carol Collier Cox of Carthage, NC; two sisters, Donna Black of Asheboro, Cathy Freeman of Carthage, NC; two brothers, Billie Cox of Dover, DE, Charlie Cox of Carthage, NC; three grandsons, Arlo Stigers, Gatlin Stigers, Anders Stigers; Granddaughter, Bryn Stigers; and several nieces and nephews.  

He was preceded in death by his father, Bobbie C. Cox.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made to Gentiva Hospice or Yates-Thagard Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025, from 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm at Yates-Thagard Baptist Church in Carthage, North Carolina.    

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at Yates-Thagard Baptist Church, with Pastor Steve Johnson and Pastor Sammy Frye officiating.

The family cannot thank the friends, family, and church family for all the support and prayers. Our Hospice nurses helped during such a tough time. They truly were our angels and helped when we could not help him. Thank you for giving Bobbie his wish to be at home.  

Online condolences can be made at: PinesFunerals.com.

Fry & Prickett Funeral Home is serving the Cox family.

Services

Visitation: October 2, 2025 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm

Yates-Thagard Baptist Church
3820 Vass-Carthage Road
Carthage , NC 28327

910-949-3511
https://www.yatesthagard.com/

Funeral Service: October 2, 2025 12:00 am - September 29, 2025 7:00 pm

Yates-Thagard Baptist Church
3820 Vass-Carthage Road
Carthage , NC 28327

910-949-3511
https://www.yatesthagard.com/

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Charities

The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Bobbie Milton Cox 's name.

Gentiva Hospice Foundation

3350 Riverwood Place, SE Suite 1400

Atlanta,

GA

app.etapestry.com

Yates-Thagard Baptist Church

3820 Vass- Carthage Road

Carthage,

NC

910-949-3511

www.yatesthagard.com

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  1. Mary Ellen and family, my sympathy and prayers to you all. May God bless you all with His peace, comfort, and strength.

  2. To Maryellen and family,
    Sorry for your loss. May our gracious Lord be with you all during this time, to give you all strength, comfort, peace, and to guide and lead you in the coming days.

  3. Mary Ellen, so sorry to hear this news Bobbie is now healed and sitting with the Lord. Always enjoyed his wave when he passed our house. Prayers for you and family.

  4. Celia, David and family. I am sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

  5. Uncle Bobby was so tender and sweet to our kiddos, especially Kindle. His contagious laugh will be missed by many! He was loved by our family❤️🩵🩷💙💙

    Tyler, Hannah, Kindle, Noah, & Judah Freeman

  6. My thoughts and prayers are with Mary Ellen, the kids and grandkids. While I never met Bobbie in person, I heard many wonderful stories about him for Mary Ellen as we worked together. May your faith in the Lord carry you thru these difficult times. Put your trust in the Lord and he will guide you thru this. Hugs and prayers.

  7. Mary Ellen and family, I know this is a bittersweet time for you and I praise God that Bobbie is with our Lord and Savior now. We are so thankful that we got to meet him and spend some time with him in our home. He served the Lord faithfully and I feel sure he was welcomed to his heavenly home with the words, “Well Done Thy and Faithful Servant”.

  8. Mary Ellen and family. I am so sorry for the loss of your beloved husband ,father and grandfather. Larry and I send our condolences. We are thinking and praying for all of you.

  9. I’m very sorry for your loss. Bobbie was a pleasure to work with, and he always spoke so highly of his family. My prayers are with you all.

  10. To my awesome 🧡 friend. I am so sorry for your loss. You guys seemed so much in love & I know he will be severely missed by you & your kids, & grandkids. I hope knowing he is with Jesus helps your heart. I love you & am here for you.

  11. My most sincere condolences to Bobbie’s family for their lost.

    Though I have not had the privilege to spend time with Bobbie of late, due to the physical distance between us, I always think of him with great fondness: a man of gentle meekness, yet possessing strength and conviction.. One who had unmistakable love for his family. When I spent time with him, I felt like I was with my big brother, always very welcoming.

    Bobbie’s departure to glory is sad, but not without hope, for we shall see him again. I pray God’s comfort for all his family, and that every remembrance of him will be sweet; that tears will be mixed with smiles.


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