Peggy Elizabeth Cox

Peggy Elizabeth Cox, of Ponta, Texas, a devoted woman of faith, a cherished friend, and the beloved “Bam” to her grandchildren, passed away peacefully on Thursday, the 12^th day of November 2026, at the age of 71.  She was born in Palestine, Texas on the 28^th day of May 1955 to Marion Thomas “M.T.” Blackmon and Gracie “LaVerne” Hughes Blackmon.

A faithful member of Gallatin Missionary Baptist Church, Peggy’s life was deeply rooted in her church family and her love for the Lord. For many years, she filled the sanctuary with music as the church pianist, sharing her gift with others. Her heart for children shone brightly through her decades of service in youth ministry, most notably through her tireless, joyful work at Vacation Bible School every single year.

Outside the church walls, Peggy poured her love into her home and family. She was an incredible cook who believed that a good meal was one of the best ways to bring people together. Her hands were rarely still, whether she was tending to her vibrant flower beds or creating beauty through her love of sewing and crocheting.

Above all else, Peggy treasured her family, especially her grandchildren, who lovingly knew her as “Bam.” She was their biggest cheerleader, a source of endless comfort, and the heart of their family gatherings.

Peggy is preceded in death by her parents M.T. and LaVerne Blackmon; son, Michael Allen Cox, Jr.; brothers, Jerry Blackmon and Mitchel Blackmon; and her nephew, Cory Blackmon.

Peggy’s gentle spirit will be deeply missed, though her memory will continue to bloom in the lives of all those she loved including her husband of 51 years Mike Cox; daughter, Mary Beth Whitworth and husband Ty of Tyler, Texas; son, Matt Cox of Jacksonville, Texas; sisters, Rebecca “Becca” Camacho, and Becky Turner and husband Lance; sister-in-law, Debbie Blackmon; brothers, George Blackmon and wife Martha, Pat Blackmon and wife Pam, Sam Blackmon and wife Marla; and her beloved grandchildren, Elizabeth Hightower, Thomas Hightower, Calen Cox, Emma Whitworth, and Noah Whitworth.  She also leaves behind many other family members and dear friends.

Friends are invited to a visitation from five o’clock until seven o’clock in the evening on Tuesday, the 17^th day of November 2026 at Rhone Funeral Home.

Graveside services to celebrate Peggy Cox’s life are to be conducted at eleven o’clock in the morning on Wednesday, the 18^th day of November 2026 at Denson Cemetery with Bro. Robin Parsons officiating the service.

In lieu of customary memorials, donations in Peggy’s memory can be directed towards the Texas Baptist Institute and Seminary, P.O. Box 570, Henderson, Texas 75653.

Graveside services for Peggy Elizabeth Cox are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas. Please visit her online memorial tribute at www.rhonefuneralhome.com, where words of comfort and condolence may be shared electronically with her family.