Obituaries
May 7, 2024

Lorie Cox – Elco

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Lorie Cox, 60, of Elco, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at her home. She was born in North Charleroi, on April 12, 1964, daughter of the late Lawrence and Lilly Belle Hixon Triebsch. Lorie is survived by her son, Chris Cox (Stephanie) of Elco; a sister, Sandy Smyth of Allenport; and a sister-in-law, Marcy Cox of Roscoe. She was preceded in death by her husband, Kenny Cox, on Nov. 1, 2022; and her sisters, Patti Rohland and Pauline Poling. There will be no public visitation. A celebration of Lorie’s life will take place at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to MELENYZER FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATION SERVICES INC., 1008 Furlong Ave., Roscoe. Online condolences may be expressed at www.melenyzer.com.

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