Mr. James Larry Cox, age 74 of the Mossy Grove community, passed away Tuesday June 23, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his family. He was a loving husband, Dad, and Papaw. Larry was a veteran of the United States Army and was a long-haul truck driver for over 50 years. He was a member of the Harriman Baptist Tabernacle and often attended Meadowview Baptist Church. Larry also served as a missionary with the Rock of Ages Prison Ministry for several years.

He is proceeded in death by his parents: Fate Jr. and Edith Cox.

One daughter: Melissa Cox.

One brother: Gary Cox.

And one grandson: Justin Cox

He is survived by his wife of 56 years: Linda Davis Cox.

His children and their spouses: Stacy and Paige Cox, Tammy and Jason Patterson, April and Shane Newport.

His two adopted daughters/granddaughters: Haley Cox and Brianna Cox.

Eight grandchildren: Regan Cofer (Christian), Payton Melton, Gracelyn Newport, Olivia, Elliot, Travis, and Alex Patterson, and Tyler Bryant (Kayla).

Seven great grandchildren: Emery Johnson, Rori Cox, Reece Potter, Wren Cox, Amelia Cofer, Lauren Cofer, and Emma Mize.

One brother and sister-in-law: Richard and Rhonda Cox of Wartburg.

Two sisters and brothers-in-law: Wanda and Robert Burgess of Petros and Marcella and Jr McPherson of Wartburg.

The family will receive friends Saturday June 27, 2026, at Davis Funeral Home, Wartburg from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm with Rev. Jeff Parrott and Rev. Randy Griffis officiating. Interment will follow in Mossy Grove Cemetery.

Davis Funeral Home in Wartburg is honored to serve the family of Mr. James Larry Cox.

Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.davisfuneralhomes.com