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Robert V. Cox, 86, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in Annapolis, MD. Born on August 16, 1939, to the late Robert H. Cox and Nellie V. Cox-Best in Washington D.C., Robert was a resident of Davidsonville, MD for 52 years. Following his graduation from Northwood high school, he joined the United States Coast Guard where he served his country until 1966. After his service in the Coast Guard, Robert became an electrician and eventually went on to start his own business, C.T. Electrical Corporation. Outside of work, Robert enjoyed fishing, traveling, and listening to music. He was a fluid stock market watcher and a diligent investor as well. Robert was also a member of Davidsonville United Methodist Church and the Moose Lodge.

Robert is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Linda D. Cox; his children, Robert H. (Kimberly) Cox of Edgewater, MD, Christopher K. (Shannon) Cox of Davidsonville, MD, and Kelly L. (Donnie) Ferguson of Bear, DE; his sister, Loretta Knight of Germantown, MD; his grandchildren, Kaitlyn K. (Zach) Morris, Connor R. (Emma) Cox, Courtney K. (Jordan) Taub, Ryleigh M. (Wyatt) Johnson, Lauren F. Cox, Noah C. (Gabrielle) Cox, and Anthony J. Ferrara; and his three great-grandchildren, Kayleigh, Hudson, and Julian.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Robert’s life on Friday, May 1, from 10 to 11 AM at the Kalas Funeral Home and Crematory, 2973 Solomons Island Rd., Edgewater, MD where a funeral service will be held at 11 AM. Interment will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, 4111 Pennsylvania Ave., Suitland-Silver Hill, MD.

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