2022
Deborah R. “Debbie” Cox, 70, of Lafayette, went to be with the Lord, March 1, 2022, at Franciscan Health East Lafayette. Debbie was born on April 2, 1951, to Ray Jenkins and Sarah Rebecca York Jenkins in Monterey, TN. She ventured to Indiana around the age of 5, and was raised by her mother, Sarah “Millie” Murdock and her stepfather, Elliot “Murt” Murdock, whom she loved immensely. On October 22, 1977, Debbie married the love of her life, Paul Cox in Anderson, Indiana and he survives. She was a graduate of Madison Heights High School in 1969 and American Barber School the same year. Debbie was a barber in downtown Anderson, IN from 1969 to 1977. Debbie and Paul lived in Frankfort, IN most of their married life. She owned two Subway restaurants, one in Frankfort and the other in Tipton, from 1987 to 1997. After selling the businesses, Debbie worked in the cafeteria for the Community Schools of Frankfort, while earning her Associate’s Degree in Information Technology from Ivy Tech Community College. After obtaining her degree she began working with the IT department in the School system, a job she loved. She enjoyed crocheting, reading and her cats. Most of all, she loved her family, especially her grandchildren. Debbie is survived by her husband Paul, Daughter: Casey (Casey A.) Dexter of Lafayette. Son: Mathew (Sarah) Cox of Orlando, FL. Mother: Millie Murdock of Mulberry, IN. Stepson: Brent (Andrea) Cox of Indianapolis, IN. Five grandchildren: Henry, Joseph, and Amelia Dexter, twins Alexandra and Sebastian Cox. Four step-grandchildren: Adam, Ethan, Leah and Erica Cox. Half-sister: Mary Lou Dudley. Preceded in death by two brothers: Garner Jenkins and David Murdock and her beloved stepfather Murt.
The Cox Family invite friends to visit and celebrate Debbie’s Life Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at New Journey Farms, 2181 S. 800 E. Lafayette, IN 47905. They are requesting no flowers. Memorial donations may be given to the Tippecanoe County Humane Society or Clinton County Humane Society in Debbie’s memory.
For online condolences visit www.wheelerfamilyfuneralhome.com or Wheeler Family Funeral Home Facebook page. Wheeler Family Funeral Home-Baker Chapel in Flora is honored to serve the Cox Family.
Condolences for the family 07
Brian Heimbach
March 6, 2022 9:10 am ·Paul I’m so sorry for your loss of Debbie. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Brian Heimbach.
Kathy and Mike Bowman
March 6, 2022 5:28 pm ·Mike and are heartsick to hear of Debbie’s passing. She was the funniest woman always with a smile and hearty laugh. We created so many loving memories during our days on Homewood. She embraced Mikey, Beth, Jeremy then me and the boys. We were blessed to call her, you, Casey, and Matt our dear neighbors and friends. I am certain she is holding court, hugging family, and laughing mightily. We are praying for you, Casey, Matt, Brent, and all her grand babies. 🙏🏻
Zeb Harper
March 7, 2022 4:48 pm ·Paul, Casey, and Matt
I am very sorry to hear of Debbie’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys.
OJ (Harper) Perlik
March 7, 2022 5:18 pm ·Paul you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Carroll
March 8, 2022 11:56 am ·Casey and family….I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Linda
Hamilton Hines
March 8, 2022 2:43 pm ·Casey,
Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. My deepest condolences to you and your entire family during this time.
-The Hines Family
Sharla Mahoney
March 9, 2022 2:16 pm ·Paul and family,
I am heartbroken to hear of Debbie’s passing. We never think we will lose our loved ones so soon. She was one of the sweetest and funniest cousins. How could she not be with Uncle Murt and Aunt Millie as parents?
Thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Sharla (Norm’s Daughter)
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