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SHARON ANNETTE COX (BARLOW)
Born: May 04, 1940
Date of Passing: Feb 07, 2023
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SHARON ANNETTE COX
(BARLOW)
With profound sadness we announce the passing of Sharon Annette Cox on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, with her family by her side.
Sharon was born in Russell, Manitoba to Colin and Marion Barlow on May 4, 1940. She grew up in Carberry where her father owned the local pharmacy. After completing her schooling in Carberry, Sharon attended teacher's college at Brandon University, graduating in 1959. She then returned to Carberry and taught elementary school.
There she met the love of her life, Cecil Cox. Sharon and Cecil married on December 22, 1962. In 1963 Sharon set aside teaching to be a stay-at-home mom, with the first of their three children arriving in December of that year. In 1964 Sharon and Cecil moved to Neepawa, where they raised their family and lived for over 45 years. In 2010 Sharon and Cecil moved to Winnipeg to be closer to family.
Sharon was very active in the Neepawa community. She was always willing to lend her time and energy to have a positive impact for others: as a Lionelle, through active participation in the Neepawa United Church, and through support of many other community organizations.
Sports were also important to Sharon. She played many sports when young, including softball, curling and bowling. She was an ardent supporter of the Blue Bombers and was a season ticket holder for over 25 years. Sharon also loved watching Blue Jays games and curling bonspiels on television and in person, often travelling with Cecil to events.
Above all, family was the center of Sharon's life. She was a wonderful daughter, caring for her parents as they aged. She loved and enjoyed spending time with her sisters, Joan (Philip) Barker and Margaret (Greg) Arason and their families. She was a loving and devoted wife to Cecil, sharing her life with him until his passing in 2020. And she was a fabulous mother - endlessly kind, compassionate and generous. Sharon was her children's biggest fan, and she loved cheering them on. She was always there to love, guide and support her children and grandchildren through all their endeavours. She will be dearly missed by her children, Leigh, Janice (Kent Roach) and Graham (Toni Head), and her grandchildren, Erin and Carey Roach and Aidan and Sydney Cox.
Sharon was predeceased by her husband Cecil; her parents, Colin and Marion; her sister Joan and brother-in-law Philip and her son-in-law Allen Werstiuk.
Sharon wanted to thank Dr. Michele Evans for always being there for her and Cecil during their years in Winnipeg.
There will be a family ceremony in Neepawa at a later date. Donations in Sharon's memory may be made to Winnipeg Harvest, 1085 Winnipeg Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 0S2.
Bardal Funeral Home
204-774-7474
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 11, 2023
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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With heartfelt sorrow we send our condolences to Margie and Sharon's children and grandchildren. - Posted by: Lorne & Jackie Yurkiewich (cousin) on: Mar 14, 2023
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I was saddened to hear of the passing of Sharon Cox - or Miss Barlow as I initially knew her when she was my teacher in both Grades 2 and 4 in the old brick Carberry Elementary School. One highlight I still recall is Miss Barlow teaching us to sing our National Anthem in French... quite progressive for the time! She was a firm but caring teacher to our class of 'Baby boomers". After I became an adult I rarely saw Sharon but heard via my parents (Eric and Thelma Lee who worked in the Drug Store with Colin Barlow) about her growing family and active life in Neepawa. Sharon was a good person who lived a meaningful life and I know she will be very much missed! My condolences from our family - Debbie, Don, Nancy and David to Sharon's family at the loss of your dear Mom and Grandma. A special hug to sister Margie who has lost both Sharon and Joan in recent times. - Posted by: Debbie Lee (former student, former Carberry resident ) on: Mar 07, 2023
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So very sorry to hear about Sharon passing, we both talked to her last summer when Joan passed away. I was looking forward to getting together with her. Our condolences to the family. - Posted by: Wayne and Geri Slobodian (Cousin ) on: Mar 04, 2023
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Very sorry to hear of your Mother and Grandmother passing. We were neighbours in her new home. Your Mom was always a positive person and we always enjoyed our chats. She was very proud of her family. We will miss comparing our Blue Bomber notes. Condolences to your family from ours. - Posted by: Hazel & Shig Saito (neighbour) on: Feb 13, 2023
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Sending our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mom and grandma. She was a lovely person.Roy and Lois Lees - Posted by: Roy and Lois Lees (Friends /Lois is Cecil’s 3rd cousin through her grandmother Gourlay side) on: Feb 11, 2023
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As a child, I remember Mrs. Cox as being so lovely, friendly, and always sharing that radiant smile. Sending my heartfelt condolences to Leigh, Janice, Graham and the entire Cox family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Maureen Edwards (Family Friend) on: Feb 11, 2023