1.AliceVelmaPerry, born Apr 17, 1905 in Lexington, Lauderdale CO., AL; died Jul 11, 1980 in Florence, AL, Lauderdale CO.. She was the daughter of 2. AlbertLewisPerry and 3. AmandaNarcissusThigpen. She married (1) HomerClarence "Jack"Cox Aug 1920 in N. C. Church of Christ, Killen, Lauderdale. CO., AL, performed by Alice's Uncle. He was born May 6, 1900 in Killen, AL, Lauderdale CO, and died Mar 19, 1982 in Florence, AL, Lauderdale CO.. He was the son of William "Will" Martin Cox, Sr. and Tamsey Rosilla Wright.
More About Alice Velma Perry:
Burial: Jul 12, 1980, Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens, Florence Blvd, . Lauderdale CO, AL
Comment 1: Jul 12, 1980, Kelly Smith, Minister-officiated, gr-grandnephew, son of Betty Harvey Smith
Notes for Homer Clarence "Jack" Cox:
Dad (Homer Cox) was one month old at the time of the 1900 Census...... His father........
Name: William Martin COX Birth: December 1869 in Alabama, USA Death: 1950
Census: 19 June 1900 Poplar Springs, Lauderdale, Alabama, USA
Note: Dwelling - 64; Household 64
Cox, Willie M. Head W M Sep 1869 30 M 12
Tamzy Wife W F May 1876 24 M 12 7 5
Lillie M. Dht W F Aug 1888 11 S
Alma A. Dht W F Oct 1890 9 S
Martin W. Son W M Mar 1893 7 S
Fulton I. Son W M Dec 1898 1 S
Homer Son W M Apr 1900 1/12 S
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MEANING OF THE COX SURNAME:
Contribution by Sue Sisk; From the "Cox Connection"
COX - is an English Patronymic Name (Patronymic surnames identify the father). In medieval times,
the term cock was used to denote the young man who strutted proudly like a rooster, and it came to designate any young man. Cox is a version of Cock.
And from Theresa Cox: "the first person known as "Cox" was a man that served under William
the Conqueror in 1066. His name was Walter de Chilworth. He reminded his friends of a rooster
the way he fought in battle. I found this in a history book at the Hendersonville, NC library."
COCKS - son of Cock - British
COCK - Cockerel of fatty or red - British. The British used it as a nickname to
describe the ancestor's face, figure, temper, morals or habits.
COCK - Heap or Haycock - Welsh. The Welsh used this name to record localities or
places where ancestors originated.
COX - form of Cocks - British
COAT OF ARMS and CRESTS
Follow the various links below to view assorted COX Coat of Arms and family crests. Some are actually crests and others are ones designed by others just for fun. If you would like to download any of these for your own use or purposes, please make sure you have given credit to this site as the source of the files.
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"Home-made" Coat of Arms designs.
The following files were created by a member of the Cox-L list and/or friends: .......
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Actual Coat of Arms from various families......These files were either contributed to the Cox Coop Library by volunteers or were found on the Internet ...
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Crests and various information: These files are actual crests and/or information on what the crest
should look like. These files were contributed by a volunteer. Caution: I did not modify these files
and some are rather large and require scrolling back and forth on the screen to see the entire file.
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The Heraldy associated with the family name of COX........ Contribution courtesy of Bushy Hartman
COATS OF ARMS..... During the Middle Ages battle armour was essential. The weapons of the time
were ferocious. Warriors needed to protect their bodies as best they could with suits of armour
made of metal. The mass of the armour made the identification of individuals very difficult for friend
and foe alike. Supporters of warring noblemen distinguished themselves by adopting matching symbols, patterns and colours which were emblazoned onto their clothing and horse trappings.
This clothing, which was worn over the armour, gave rise to the term "Coats of Arms".
THE HERALD:.... In due course, at the behest of the Monarch, Hearlds were sent throughout the land
to authorise the designs which had been chosen. In time this organisation and athorisation became known as Heraldry. The designs were painted on the shields of the warriors and often these same images were added to household items such as plates and utensils.
THE SHIELD:.... Shield shapes and the materials of their construction varied considerably throughout
the Middle Ages but they were all designed to offer the maximum protection against weapons aimed
at the head and body. The hearldic descriptions for Coats of Arms are intended to be based on the wearer's view. For example the term "dexter" means "right" but appears on the left of the sheild as
seen by all but the wearer.
THE CREST:.... A Crest, made of wood or boiled leather, was worn as an attachment to the helmet
as a further mark of distinction at tournaments where skills with weapons could be demonstrated.
Upon the appearance of the combatents a Hearld would call for attention by sounding a trumpet and would explain to the audience the symbols and devices which were worn by the participants. Brave horsemen jousted with lances in tournaments throughout the realm to prove their valour and courage.
THE WREATH:.... Sometimes known as the "torse" the wreath was worn on the helm and was made
from two twisted silks produced in colours to match the principal coulours of the shield.
THE MANTLIN:.... The mantling represented the cloth which covered the back of the knight's head
and neck as a protection against sun and rain.
THE COX BLAZON:... SHIELD:... Or, three bars Azure, on a canton Gules a lion's head erased
Argent. ie. A yellow shield with three bands of blue running horizontally through it. In the top
left hand corner is a red square with a white lion's head centered in it.
CREST: An antelope's head erased Proper, pierced through the neck with a spear.
ie. The head of an antelope in natural colours with a spear through its neck.
MOTTO: Nil amplius oro..... ie. I pray for nothing more.
HERALDIC TERMS: ARGENT: silver, called one of the Metals in heraldry. It is usually painted
white. The colour signifies Peace and Sincerity.
AZURE: is blue, one of the Colours which signifies Loyalty and Truth.
The BEND is a bearing of honour and represents Protection and Defence.
BEZANTS are gold and represents the gold coins used on Pilgrimages.
The BOAR represents Bravery and Preseverance.
The CHEVRON, the V shaped symbol of Protection. Often a reward for Notable Achievement
and Faithful service.
The CRESCENT is half moon shaped with upturned horns and means Faith and Hope.
The EAGLE represents Speed and Wisdom.
The ESCALLOP, the shell of a scallop, used as a symbol of Venture and Travel.
ERMINE is a white fur with black spots, designed fromt he winter coat of the stoat.
Long associated with nobility.
The FESS symbolises the Military belt of Honour.
The FLEUR DE LYS denotes Valour, Faith and Wisdom.
The GAUNTLET means someone who is ready to do battle.
The GREYHOUND represents Courage, Vigilance, Loyalty and Fidelity.
The GRIFFIN is a mythical beast with the body of a lion and the head of an eagle.
It represents Perseverance, Vigilance and Valour.
GULES is red, one of the Colours. It denotes Courage and Military Fortitude
combined with Benevolence and Magnanimity.
The HAWK represents someone who is Vigorous in the pursuit of their objectives.
The LEOPARD represents a Warrior of Courage and Valour.
The LION, the King of the Beasts, represents Strength, Courage, Generosity and Majesty.
The LOZENGE means one of Noble Birth.
The MARTLET, the heraldic Swallow, represents the personal attributes of Merit and Virtue.
The MULLET, the star, represents Honour.
OR is GOLD, called one of the Metals in Heraldry. Usually painted in yellow it represents Generosity
and Improvement of the Mind.
The PHEON represents Preparedness for Military service, Wit and Wisdom.
PURPURE is purple, the majestical colour of Justice.
SABLE is black and denotes Constancy.
The STAGE represents Purity and a Long and Peaceful life.
The SWAN denotes a Lover of Poetry and Harmony.
The TREFOIL, a three leaved plant, symbolises fertiltiy and Abundance.
VERT is green signifying Hope and Joy.
Booklet from: Treasure House of Heraldry Ltd. Llandudno North Wales LL30 2DT U.K.
More About Homer Clarence "Jack" Cox:
Burial: Mar 21, 1982, Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens, Florence Blvd., Lauderdale CO, AL
Fact 3: Homer's son-in-law, Rev. David Howard officiated.
