Betty Knight Cox - Fair Funeral Home

Betty Knight Cox December 30, 1927 - September 14, 2017

Born: Friday Dec 30, 1927

Died: Thursday Sep 14, 2017

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Betty Knight Cox, 89, of Eden, passed away Thursday morning, September 14, 2017, at her home.

A graveside memorial service will be held at a later date.

Mrs. Cox was born December 30, 1927 in Smyth County, Virginia, to the late Josiah and Tessie Thomas Knight. She was a member of Spray Baptist Church where she was the former youth choir director and former superintendent of the Sunday School department. Betty worked for 38 years as a librarian for the Rockingham County Library and especially the Book Mobile.

She is survived by her daughter, Joanne Snodderly of Eden; brother, Joseph Knight of Greensboro; sister, Sue Hall of Jonesboro, TN; grandchildren, Thomas Snodderly and wife, Keisha of Atlanta, Alysha Horsley and husband John of San Francisco; great grandchildren, Noah and Sophie Snodderly and Henry Horsley.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph Cox; brothers, Calvin, Carter and Harry Knight.

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Joanne - Our condolences to you & your family in Betty's passing. She was such a good friend to our entire family, but our mothers had enjoyed a special friendship since their youth. I know they are happy to be together again. Love & Prayers - Sherry & Scott Bell
Sherry Bell

thinking of you and your family Jo. Peace and love for your family.
ann latham

Dear JoAnn & family, A message of sympathy in the loss of your loved one. I (Jackie) had the privilege of knowing Betty through her service at Spray Baptist Church. She was a lovely, talented lady. May the memories that mean the most to you live forever in your heart. Keeping you in thought & prayer.
Sam & Jackie Wall

Jo: I was so sadned to learn of your mom's passing. She was a very dear friend of mine. I enjoyed all the years of working with her on the Bookmobile and after her retirement. My prayers and thoughts are with you at the time of great loss. Love, Charlotte
Charlotte Pulliam

Jo, You and the whole family is in my heart and prayers. May God support you through this difficult journey.
Tammy Dorsett

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