Darrel Francis Cox age 81 of Fairbank passed away, January 23, 2023 at his home. He was born October 14, 1941 in Waterloo the son of Raymond and Helen (Whitney) Cox. Darrel grew up in rural Fairbank and spent the rest of his life in the same area. He was a graduate of the very first class of Wapsie Valley Community Schools in 1960. Darrel was a lifelong farmer while also working at John Deere in Waterloo for 38 years, which he retired from in 1998. He married Carolyn Ann Schutte on August 19, 1961 at the United Methodist Church in Fairbank. Carolyn passed away March 11, 1988. Darrel enjoyed driving, making the rounds and visiting as many people as he could in a day. He had a regular schedule he stuck to each week for the different eating establishments in the local area and if he didn’t show, someone was on the phone to one of the boys making sure he was okay. Darrel’s family was his pride and joy. He thrived in attending all of his boys’, grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s activities and rarely missed an event. Along with the love of his family and friends, came his strength in faith. Darrel was a lifetime member of the United Methodist Church of Fairbank where he was baptized, confirmed and married. He will be missed by so many, especially his family, whom he loved so much.
Darrel is survived by his four sons; Russ of Readlyn, Brian (Reiko) of Greenwood, Indiana, Dan of Plainfield and Mike of Readlyn. Nine grandchildren; Alicia (Nate) Jones, Rhino (Abby) Cox, Sheila (Dave) Wangsness, Khyle (Shaliah Anderson) Cox, Jerod Cox, Christy Cox, Kevin (Lillie) Cox, Ashlyn Snowden and Branden Cox. Nine great-grandchildren; Jesse, Jamie and Jase Jones, Kiptyn and Kynlee Cox, Hannah, Wade and Wes Wangsness and Bo Cox. One brother, Craig (Wilma) Cox; one brother-in-law, Elton Schutte; and a sister-in-law, Shirley Schutte. Darrel was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a brother, Curtis Cox; his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Rueben and Esther Schutte; a brother-in-law, Orlyn Schutte; and a sister-in-law, Shirley Schutte and several close friends.
Visitation: 3:00-7:00 PM Sunday, January 29 at Woods Funeral Home and for on hour before services Monday at the church.
Funeral Services: 10:00 AM Monday, January 30 at the United Methodist Church in Fairbank.
Interment: Fairbank Cemetery
Memorials: May be directed to the United Methodist Church or to the family for later designation.
Lunch will be served following the services at the Fairbank American Legion.
Condolences for Darrel F. Cox
Sorry for your families loss. I enjoyed seeing him at the girls wrestling matches. He was just there a week ago.
My sympathies to the whole family…when I was growing up with the boys. Darrell was like a second father and oooh boy the memories. When we ran into each other we could talk forever. He was such a great man. RIP Darrell you were one of a kind! Now you are reunited with “Maa” and tell her how good ole Cam stayed. Cause Maa always said “as long as Cam is with the boys, they’ll stay outta trouble” Darrell will be missed by so many.
We are so sorry and prayers for all the family 🙏 my father Arlo Flege will miss seeing and talking with him! They knew each other many years. !
Was on the first football team at Wapsie with Darrel. We saw each other often after graduation and he always had a word to say. Will miss him as a friend. Much sympathy to the rest of the family.
May God Wrap His Loving Arms Around Your Father and so much more. He sounds like an outstanding person and Man. May God Bless each and everyone of you. Very Sincerely Kelly Johnstone
So sorry for your loss Cox family. Darrel will be missed by many. Such a nice person. Thoughts & prayers with you all during your time of sorrow.
Our sympathies on the passing of your father and grandfather.
We are so sorry for your loss of a “one of a kind”. We always enjoyed saying a “Hello” and visiting a while when we saw Darrel out at one of his eateries or at the Amish having a cup of coffee and roll. We will miss seeing him when we go to the same places he would known to be at. I know he will be greatly missed at the games of his great-grandchildren. He was one of the best supporters of all of their sports. May God comfort you and bring you peace. Tim & Darla Gonnerman
We are so sorry for your loss of a “one of a kind”. We always enjoyed saying a “Hello” and visiting a while when we saw Darrel out at one of his eateries or at the Amish having a cup of coffee and roll. We will miss seeing him when we go to the same places he was known to be at. I know he will be greatly missed at the games of his great-grandchildren. He was one of the best supporters of all of their sports. May God comfort you and bring you peace. Tim & Darla Gonnerman
Sorry for your family loss. Your Dad was one of a kind guy. Almost always happy and loved to visit. Heaven has gained a great person. Hugs for all. Rex and Glenda Kane