King David Cox Jr. 1936 - 2018 King David Cox Jr., 82, passed away Monday, May 21, 2018 with his family by his side. David was born March 28, 1936 in Blum, Texas to his parents, King Ivy and Kindness Ann Cox. He married the love of his life, Jeanette Lester when she was only 16. David is survived by his loving wife of 60+ years, Jeanette Cox; his sons, David Cox and wife Jana, Darrell Cox, Darrin Cox and wife Summer; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; his sister, Linda; his brothers, Tommy and Melton; along with many other loving family members and dear friends.