Vicki Lyn Cox

Vicki Lyn Wright Cox passed away on May 27, 2025, at Mountain View Hospital in Idaho Falls after a brief illness.

She was born August 21, 1951 in Idaho Falls to Donald and Lalia Wright and grew up in Shelley. Vicki met Merrill Cox in June of 1969 and they were sealed for eternity on April 3, 1970 in the Idaho Falls Temple.

She is survived by her husband of 55 years; children Brent (Tanya) Cox of Idaho Falls,ID; Randy (Cherilyn) Cox of Colorado Springs, CO; Norina (Scott) Abele of Marysville, WA; Marsha (Eric Christensen) Cox of Highland, UT; Gary (Mary) Cox of Shelley,ID, and two brothers, four sisters, 16 grandchildren and 5 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Renee Croft.

Anyone who ever met Vicki could instantly see the brightness in her eyes and the kindness in her beautiful smile. She made genuine friends very easily. Vicky truly believed in family and getting together often. She made sure to check on family members regularly and helped in any way she could. One of her hobbies included genealogy where she spent much time gathering and sharing family records, as well as assisting others.

Vicki served in many callings as a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, including Family History Consultant, Primary President, Young Women’s President, and pianist. She taught piano for many years and loved encouraging others to play while she enjoyed their talent. One of her favorite things was listening to her nephew, Barry, play the Boogie Woogie.

In addition to being a loving mother, Vicki worked hard in the family business, Cox’s Honey. Being allergic to bee stings didn’t stop her willingness to be useful. She was able to combine her love of music and earn an income when she worked at MusiCare in Idaho Falls where she became good friends with the Sevy’s.

Vicki will be missed dearly by all who knew her, especially her grandchildren whom she loved unconditionally.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 A. M. Monday, June 2, 2025 at the Shelley South Stake Center, 675 South Milton Ave. The family will receive friends Sunday evening from 6:00 till 7:30 P. M. at Nalder Funeral Home, 110 West Oak Street, Shelley and Monday morning from 9:30 a. m. till 10:45 a. m. at the church. Burial will be in the Shelley Hillcrest Cemetery.

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