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Greg COX Obituary

His spirit soared like a peloton, conquering every hill and curve with grace and determination as he crossed the finish line of his life's race on Friday 1 March, 2024, in his 62nd year. Adored husband of Katherine for 31 years. Loved dad of Cameron, Layne, and Jackson. A loved son, brother, uncle, son-in-law, brother-in-law and a great friend to many. If you would like to donate to Hospice Taranaki or Parkinson's NZ so they can continue their care in the community, please do so online HOSPICE TARANAKI:TSB Bank 15 3948 0365008 080, REF: Cox.G or Parkinson's NZ at discover.neurological.org.nz/website-donation, REF: Cox G. Family and friends are invited to farewell Greg at the Stratford War Memorial Centre, Miranda Street, Stratford, on Thursday, 7 March, 2024, at 1.00pm. Followed by a private committal.


Published by Taranaki Daily News on Mar. 5, 2024.

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Isabel

March 11, 2024

My thoughts are with you and your family Katherine.

Pamela Ogle/ Millard

March 9, 2024

Our sympathies Katherine on your loss of Greg. Thinking of you all at this very sad time. Your ex neighbour Pamela Ogle ( dec Betty and Jack )

Lynette & Gerald Rooyakkers & Family

March 8, 2024

Much love and sympathy to you all (yet again!). What a huge hole he will leave, but you were so fortunate to have such a wonderful life together and you will never lose those precious memories. In due course they will bring you a lot of comfort so in the meantime take it easy. Much sympathy to your extended families xx

Carol-Moana

March 8, 2024

Sending you all love and strength at this very sad time. May Greg rest in Peace.
Love from the Rosser-Wests
Jason, Carol-Moana, Jorja and Dakota xxxx

Kim Kyle

March 7, 2024

Sorry Kath, for the bad advice I gave you that caused you to turn Greg down 3 times when we were only 18. Thankfully you ignored me, and you have three beautiful sons for every refusal. You two were made for each other and I´m so happy to have been a witness to that love Kxx

Jack Swart

March 7, 2024

Deeply saddened to here of Gregs death . All thous years in eighths racing together, A real tough competitor. Along side his brothers . Rest in peace ! Jack & Gail Swart

Scott (Ox) Richards

March 7, 2024

Lucky, guys like you don't come around often. To the family, treasure everything about that man, you couldn't find a better bloke, ever. A pleasure to have known you Coxy, never forgotten.

Mike Wilson

March 7, 2024

Condolences to the Cox family.

Joyce Hartley

March 7, 2024

Sincere sympathy to you Katherine and boys. Thinking of you all.

Van Veen

March 7, 2024

To the Cox and Vincent Family
Our thoughts are with you all in this sad time rest in peace Greg
The van Veen Family

Gary Vincent

March 7, 2024

Thanks Greg for being a wonderful son in law. Thanks for being wonderful husband to Katherine, and wonderful farther to Cameron Layne and Jackson. So many memories you have left us Greg. RIP Greg love Gary and Joan

Bailee Kelsen(Harrison)

March 6, 2024

Fly high Uncle Greg! Thanks for being a big part of my life growing up. You will forever be in my memories (Enjoy the ride and your new adventure up there...) Aunty Kath and Boys you have some pretty incredible memories with him, hold each other close even if it's hard and never lose your bond we all love you and are always here near or far for whatever you may need. He's was one very determined fighter and will live on through you guys xx Love Always Bailee, Connor and Ayla Kelsen

Denise and Gibby Gibson

March 6, 2024

Our condolences to Greg's family. So sad, treasure the lovely memories you'll have. Denise and Robert (Gibby ) Gibson.

Glen colban

March 6, 2024

Cycling Taranaki has lost a true sportsman
Fond memorys of Lucky from my younger days of cycling
A true sportsman who most young cyclist looked up to as there idol
RIP Greg

Glen colban

Rowan Huckstep

March 6, 2024

Condolences to the Cox family. One of lifes good guys.
Thanks for the riding tips and the hurt,on the times weve been in the same palaton. RIP Lucky

Snooky

March 6, 2024

Condolences to the family thinking of you at this sad time Helen and Bruce Snook

Tracy White

March 6, 2024

Thoughts are with you Katherine, so sorry to hear the sad news. Greg will always be treasured in my memories for being a great camp Dad, all the laughs, and long walks. Love to the boys Xxx

James and Riejanne Campbell

March 6, 2024

Dear Kathrine, Cam, Layne and Jackson.
We are all very sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you and the wider family at this sad time. Wishing you love and suppirt at this sad time.

Aaron Best

March 6, 2024

So shocked and sorry to hear this news! My condolences to Katherine and the boys. Greg taught me to run a plant at whey products in Hawera. Always the gentleman and an all round good bugger!! My deepest sympathy to you all

Kevin Ewans

March 6, 2024

We were saddened to learn that Greg had passed on. We remember Greg as easy going, always in a good mood, and simply fun to be with. Greg will be fondly remembered by all who knew him. Condolences to Greg’s family and brothers.
Paul & Kevin Ewans

Palmy Wests - Tony, Milly, Maddi and Ruby

March 6, 2024

Kia ora Whanau,
Our deepest sympathies are being sent to you and the wider Cox and Vincent whanau for the loss of Greg. Wishing you all the love and support you deserve at this time.

Brian & Helen O'Neill

March 6, 2024

Sending our condolences & apologies as we won't make Lucky's farewell.
Such a great guy, he will be sadly missed by so many.
Kath, Cam, Layne & Jackson thinking of you having lost your hubby & dad, and to the Vincent & Cox families who have lost someone very special too.
Brian & Helen O'Neill

Michael Peck

March 6, 2024

Condolences to the family

Bernie Black

March 6, 2024

A massive lost to the World of Cycling for Greg was a power house athlete with his personality and competitive strength. My sincerest sympathy & condolences to Greg's family & fellow competitors and may the memories hold firm for ever.

Dianne Rowe

March 6, 2024

Katherine and family. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Dianne, David, Erin and Shaun Rowe

Bruce & Helen Snook

March 6, 2024

Condolences to the family. Thinking of you all at this sad time.

Stephen Rowe

March 6, 2024

I am so sorry to hear this sad news and are reflecting on all the fond memories of time spent with Greg and the amazing influences he had on my younger life. My thoughts are with Katherine and the family.

Shirley Dodds

March 6, 2024

RIP Greg. Katherine and boys and family, our condolences on the loss of Greg. Richard and Shirley Dodds.

Jenny Pointon

March 6, 2024

Katherine and family, thinking of you at this very sad time.
Remembering those great cycling years.
Jenny Pointon (Gedye)

Andy Griffin

March 6, 2024

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Lana

March 6, 2024

To Katherine and Boys, So sorry to hear this sad news. Thinking of you all. Love from Lana, Andrew and Girls

Roger & Jenny and Hignett & Family.

March 6, 2024

so sorry to hear of your loss.Hold tight to your memories and know you are all in our thoughts.

Russell & Tina Cheer

March 6, 2024

Dear Kath Cam Layne and Jackson. Our deepest condolences. A great man gone too soon. May the love of family and friends comfort you all during this sad time x

Suzie Cunningham

March 6, 2024

Katherine and Boys
Sending our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband and father.
Suzie and Aimee Cunningham

Gail keegan

March 6, 2024

So sorry to hear about Greg sending lots of love and condolences to Greg´s family xx Gail and Jono Keegan

Graham Hendry

March 5, 2024

Rip Lucky a great mate and team mate was good to be with you on your last ride. No more pain and suffering.
Condolences to your family and extended family.

Gail Wallace and Larry Kendall

March 5, 2024

Dear Katherine and family, our deepest sympathy. We are sorry we can't be there to farewell him in person. We, especially Larry, will remember him and all the old days. Much love Gail and Larry

Roger Sumich

March 5, 2024

Remember those skinny legs that put out a fair bit of power just like his brothers. Always a gentleman all those years ago and remained that way. RIP

Darlene woodhead (Vincent)

March 5, 2024

My thoughts are with you at this sad time

Blair&Debbie Judd

March 5, 2024

So sorry to hear of Greg´s passing thinking of you all at this sad time

Ken & Kay Foy

March 5, 2024

RIP Greg,I still remember you teaching me how to bunch ride when I started Sunday races with the Stratford Cycling Club. Thanks - Ken.
Heartfelt sympathy Katherine and family - I loved working with you all when Cameron started school. Love Kay

Chris Noakes

March 5, 2024

Assuming this is Greg Cox who used to belong to South Taranaki Rural Fire several years back, if so deepest sympathy to all the family. Greg was always a very good guy to have on the fire ground.
Hoping the happy memories of Greg will help ease the pain of his passing.
Deepest condolences from Chris Noakes

Murray and Dianne Crocker

March 5, 2024

Our thoughts are with you all, Cox and Vincent families, in your sad loss of your much loved Greg

Bruce Walker

March 5, 2024

RIP Greg....a great Eltham sportsman...My condolences Linda & all the Cox Families
Bruce Walker [Moose]

Graham Hendry

March 5, 2024

Rip Lucky no more pain or suffering.
A great team mate and training mate won't forget your last day on the bike. You can sit on the back now. Condolences to your family and extended family.

Graydog.

ben

March 5, 2024

condlences to the Cox and Vincent families wonderful memories of Greg.
Arohanui from Ben and Lyn Rupapera

Phillip Taikato

March 5, 2024

Rest in Peace Greg, to Katherine and the boys our hearts and support are with you during these sad times.

John Rita vaneikenhorst

March 5, 2024

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Linley

March 5, 2024

So sorry to hear of Greg's passing.
My thoughts are with your family.
Linley Clarke

Janice Caldwell

March 5, 2024

My condolences to you all on the loss of Greg (Lucky). May your memories help help you through this very sad time.

Doreen Ratu

March 5, 2024

So sorry for your loss Layne Doreen Ratu

Ellie Cox

March 5, 2024

Simply the best brother in law one could ever have. Love to Kath Cam Layne and Jackson. So very much missed. Love Ellie Cox

Glen & Phillipa Perrett

March 5, 2024

To Layne and family,
Thinking of you all, may Dad now be at peace. Sending love the Glen, Phillipa, Kelly, Katelyn and Maddie. X

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