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Dorothy Anne Cox

October 14, 1925 - January 3, 2022

Dorothy Anne Cox of Milford passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 3, 2022. She was 96 years old. Dorothy was born in Pocomoke City, MD, the daughter of the late James and Timley (Kirkland) Thomas. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Benjamin Cox in 2013, seven brothers and sisters, a son-in-law, William Zencak and three great grandchildren. Dorothy, also known as Mom-mom to most everyone, enjoyed children of all ages, passing out Smarties to all children at church and focused on treating others with kindness. She enjoyed reading, doing Bible wonder word searches and was an avid collector of cardinals. Dorothy is survived by her three children, Deborah Faith (William) Zencak, Daniel (Dorothy) Cox and Diana Hope (David) Bear; as well as ten grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Services will be held at the Salisbury Mennonite Church, 14592 Pepperbox Road, Delmar, DE 19940 on Sunday, January 9, 2022, at 10:30 a.m., where friends and family may call from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30. Graveside services will follow at Salisbury Mennonite School at 31953 Dagsboro Road, Parsonsburg, MD 21849. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Salisbury Mennonite Church School, 31953 Dagsboro Road, Parsonsburg, MD 21849. Arrangements are in the care of Short Funeral Home in Delmar. Online condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.shortfh.com.

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Dorothy Anne Cox of Milford passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 3, 2022. She was 96 years old. Dorothy was born in Pocomoke City, MD, the daughter of the late James and Timley (Kirkland) Thomas. She was preceded in death by her... View Obituary & Service Information

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