Evelyn "Teeny" Cox
April 2, 1930 - October 11, 2017
Evelyn was called home by the Lord on October 11, 2017, following a period of extended illness. She was born April 2, 1930 in Winston-Salem, N.C. to the late Edward and Gertrude Cox. She retired from the Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System. She was a devoted member of Pleasant Abysinnia Baptist Church, where she was a member of the Senior Choir, Usher Board and Missionary Board. Teeny's favorite song was "Oh The Blood Done Signed My Name." Evelyn was loving and kind to everyone. She was a devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Evelyn leaves to cherish her memory, two sons; Deramus (April) Cox, RayVon Cox, one daughter; Tonia Gilchrist all of the city. Eight grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, a loving friend Rosa McIntosh and other relatives and friends. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, October 18, 2017 at 11:00 am from the chapel of Douthit's. The family will receive friends at 10:30 am. The remains may be viewed on Tuesday, October 17th from 2pm until 6pm. Arrangements are in the care of Douthit Funeral Services.
Evelyn was called home by the Lord on October 11, 2017, following a period of extended illness. She was born April 2, 1930 in Winston-Salem, N.C. to the late Edward and Gertrude Cox. She retired from the Winston-Salem Forsyth County School System.... View Obituary & Service Information