Kathleen Jo Cox, 69, of Frankfort, Ind., passed away June 27, 2024 in her home, surrounded by her family.  She was born on May 19, 1955 in Frankfort to Ernest Joseph “Rusty” and Alberta Kathleen “Bertie” (Newkirk) Martin.  She married Jeffrey L. Cox on May 17, 1980 in the First Baptist Church in Frankfort and he survives.

Kathy was a 1973 graduate of Clinton Prairie High School and worked as a Paraprofessional for the Community Schools of Frankfort for 19 years, retiring in 2019.  She had previously worked as Secretary at Mulberry Skelgas for 9 years and also at the Red Cross.  She was a member of the Jackson Township Home Economics Club and formerly active with Big Brothers / Big Sisters.  Kathy worked alongside Jeff at the Nickle Plate Express and enjoyed traveling, especially to the Smoky Mountains, Myrtle Beach, and Florida.  Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren and attending all of their events. Kathy’s family would like to sincerely thank Paradigm Hospice for all they have done for her.

Memorial donations may be made in Kathy’s honor to Camp Cullom, 6815 West County Rd 200 North, Frankfort, IN 46041.

Visitation and Services

A Funeral Service will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, June 30, 2024 at Goodwin Funeral Home, 200 S. Main Street, Frankfort.  Chaplain Joel Flowers will officiate.  Friends may visit on Sunday from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. at the funeral home.  A Graveside Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, July 1, 2024 at Green Lawn Memorial Park, Frankfort.

Survived by:

Surviving along with her Husband, Jeff are her Daughters: Amy (Adam) Lucas of Michigantown and Ginger (Josh) Richey of Rossville and her Grandchildren: Carter and Carson Lucas and Natalee, Sophee, and Eleanor Richey.  

Preceded by:

She was preceded in death by her parents and a grandson: Luke Richey