Mary Cox

In Loving Memory of

Mary B. Cox

September 26, 1931 - November 19, 2025

Mary B. Cox, born September 26, 1931, to Frank and Francis Lovato in Villa Nueva, New Mexico. She entered into eternal rest on November 19, 2025, at the age of 94. Surrounded by loved ones and strengthened by her unwavering Catholic faith, Mary returned peacefully to our Lord, whom she served faithfully throughout her life.

Mary lived a life rooted in deep faith and devoted service. She was an active and cherished member of San Felipe de Neri Catholic Church-always willing to lend a hand, offer a prayer, or serve in any way needed. Alongside her husband, Wilson W. Cox, Mary worked tirelessly to operate the family's construction and demolition business and to manage their apartments.

Mary's home was the heart of countless gatherings. She was an extraordinary cook, a generous host, and an enthusiastic gardener. She was a devoted mother, loyal friend, beloved auntie, and treasured grandmother. She is survived by her children Loretta Krein and husband Mel, Therese O'Dell and husband David, Wilson Cox and wife Martina, and David Cox; her grandchildren Michele Romero, Jason Krein, Sharon Fawver, David O'Dell Jr., Timothy O'Dell, Patrick O'Dell, Melissa Cox, Miranda Cox, Jeremy Cox, Nickolaus Cox, and Louie Martinez; and her siblings Hellen Valles and John Lovato, and many loving nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Frances Lovato; her husband, Wilson W. Cox; her siblings, Louise Cox-Garlock, Senobia Solano, Isidro Lovato, Ernestine Ortiz, Anastacio Lovato, Livorio Lovato; and nephews Ernest Solano and Buddy Edwards.

St. Vincent de Paul was an organization that was very dear to Mary. If you would like to make a donation in her name, it would be very meaningful to her family. 

A rosary will be held Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 10:30 a.m., followed by Mass at 11:00 a.m., at San Felipe de Neri Parish, 2005 North Plaza Street NW. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Pallbearers

• Jason Krein, David O'Dell Jr., Timothy O'Dell, Patrick O'Dell, Jeremy Cox, Nicholas Cox