Larry Cox, 79, of Platte City, MO passed away March 28, 2025.
He was born on September 23, 1945, to Jack Seaton and Martha Agnes (Gardner) Cox in St. Jospeh, MO. Larry grew up in Weston, MO and graduated from North Platte High School.
Larry was married to Beverly Sue Boydston for over 60 years. They lived in Platte City where they raised their family and made their home.
Larry retired in 2010 from Kenworth Truck Company in Kansas City, MO after 46 years of service. Larry and Beverly also owned Larry’s True Value Hardware Store in Platte City for several years. He was a board member of the Platte County Steam Engine Show. He enjoyed playing golf, tending his garden and showing off the tractor he built. Most of all Larry loved being Papa to Alyah and Sal.
Larry was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Jamie Cox Craig; his parents Jack and Martha Cox; his sisters Sharon Anderson, and Diane Good; and his brother Michael Cox.
Larry is survived by his wife Beverly Cox; son Shane Cox and wife Kim; grandchildren Alyah Craig and Salvatore Cox; his brother Jerry (Marjorie) Cox; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Memorial Visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Saturday, April 5th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home in Smithville, MO.
