Cox, Jeffrey J., 62, February 9, 2013. Service to be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 15 at the First Assembley of God Church in Fort Kent. Arrangements by Daigle Funeral Home, Fort Kent.
Fort Kent – Jeffrey John Cox, 62, passed away on February 09, 2013 at his home in Fort Kent following a long illness. He was the husband of Rita Theriault of Fort Kent and the son of the late James and Lorraine (Dufour) Cox of Caribou.
Jeffrey had an extensive and rewarding career as a Registered Nurse employed at Eastern Maine Medical Center, Northern Maine Medical Center, and other hospitals. He served in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman (1971-75). Jeffrey was also self-employed making and repairing custom bicycles at his workshop called Chain Chain Chain Bicycle Shop. He was also a Master Registered Maine Guide assisting sportsmen fishing and hunting. He was exceptionally adept at guiding black bear hunters for Northern Hideaway. Jeffrey deeply enjoyed collecting comic books, playing guitar, biking, hiking, canoeing, fly fishing, and riding his Harley. He supported Boy Scout Troop 189 in Fort Kent as an Assistant Scoutmaster, and he volunteered to assist at the World Cup Biathlon.
Jeffrey graduated from Caribou High School in 1968. He attended the University of Maine at Fort Kent, Orono, and Farmington. He was a member of the Kappa Delta Phi fraternity.
Jeffrey wanted specifically to acknow-ledge his wife Rita whom he considers the blessing of his life, a soul mate, partner, lover, and, most of all, a true friend. Jeffrey appreciated her love and devotion with emphasis on her outstanding support and caring nature throughout his life and his long illness.
Jeffrey was a leader who led by example. He brought much joy to others with his delightful personality and unforgettable hearty laugh. He lived a life of righteousness, generosity, and humility. He was adventurous and courageous to his final breath. His love of life was evident by his moment-by-moment appreciation of the gifts God had bestowed upon him. 0He will be profoundly missed, although the mark he left in each of our hearts will remain forever.
The service will be held 10:30 a.m. on Friday, February 15, 2013 at the First Assembly of God Church at 564 Frenchville Rd. Fort Kent, Maine, and his friend Pastor Duane Stiles will be officiating the service. Arrangements are a service of Daigle Funeral Home, Fort Kent, Maine.
