Stanley Wallace Cox

Stanley Wallace Cox, 72, passed away on January 1, 2025, in Anoka, Minnesota, after a long battle with frontotemporal dementia. Born and raised in the Salt Lake area, Stan lived a life dedicated to his family, faith, and community. Stan was known as the family peacemaker, often cracking a joke to ease tension and distracting his seven siblings from fighting. Stan graduated from Jordan High School before serving in the National Guard and earning both a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a master's degree in Human Resources from the University of Utah. He also served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in England, where he developed a love for helping others. In 1983, Stan married Nina Rae Johnson, and together they built a home filled with love, humor, and support. Stan spent his career in performance management for human resources, working across Utah, Michigan, and Minnesota. His work took him as far as Saudi Arabia and South Africa, and he always returned home with small treasures for his beloved daughters. Stan's booming laugh and enthusiastic cheers could often be heard echoing through the house during basketball or football games, or whenever one of his daughters or grandchildren took center stage. He enjoyed hiking, camping, reading, and playing volleyball, finding joy in both quiet moments and active adventures with family. He had a knack for storytelling, often swapping out character names for his daughters' names, or inventing entirely new tales where they were the heroes. His musical repertoire included daily renditions of Favorite Things and I Believe in Christ-performed offkey with heartfelt gusto, whether or not anyone was listening. Stan took pride in his professional achievements, however, his greatest fulfillment came from being a husband, father, and grandfather. He prioritized family time and was always present for important moments. Playful with his grandchildren, he was always tickling, teasing, turning kids upside down, and having fun even in the last stages of his crippling illness. Stan was an active and humble servant in his church community, helping others quietly and without seeking recognition. His love and generosity left a lasting impression on every congregation he served. Preceded in death by his parents, Earl and ParaLee (Wallace) Cox, and his brothers Wayne, Doug, and Kevin, Stan is survived by his wife Nina; his daughters Afton Jarrett (Bryan), Rachel Cox (Joseph), Shelley Kent (Joshua), Amber Lusk (Shane), and Stacey Cox; his fourteen grandchildren; his sister Carolyn Derose (Bob); and his brothers Vaughn (Sherie), Gary (Monica), and Wally. A Memorial Service will be held on January 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2742 Yellowstone Blvd, Anoka, MN 55303. A Funeral Service will follow on March 8, 2025, at 10:00 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2675 Mt. Jordan Road, Sandy, UT 84092. Interment will take place afterward at Sandy City Cemetery, located at the corner of 9400 South and 700 East in Sandy. Stan will be remembered for his steady presence, dedication to family, and quiet service to others. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (https://www.theaftd.org/).

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Stanley Wallace Cox

August 21, 1952 - January 1, 2025

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Stanley Wallace Cox

August 21, 1952 - January 1, 2025

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