Gregory Cox, Jr.

Gregory Cox, Jr., a beloved son, father, grandfather, brother, and devoted friend, departed this life on November 29, 2025, leaving a legacy of passion, service, and love. Born on May 27, 1975, in Cook County, Chicago, to Gregory Cox, Sr. and Marilyn B. Young. After his father, Gregory Sr., relocated to Georgia, Gregory Jr. was embraced by a loving blended family when his father married Cassandra Norman in 1979. Gregory's formative years were shaped in Georgia, where he attended Clayton County Public Schools. He was a graduate of C. L. Harper High School in Atlanta, GA, earning his diploma in June 1994. He graduated from Pro Way Barber School in 2004 and Le Cordon Bleu in 2010. An early commitment to faith defined his youth when he was baptized at New Birth Baptist Church in 1984 by Rev. Kenneth Samuel. In 1995, Gregory answered the call to service by enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. He successfully completed his basic training at Parris Island, South Carolina, and was subsequently stationed at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. He served honorably until his medical discharge in 1998. Following his military service, Gregory channeled his passion into two enduring interests: cooking and music. Gregory leaves to cherish his memory and mourn his passing to his children, Maquela Holloway, Travis Cox, Antwan Cox, Ceaira (Rhmeil) Watson, Trevoris Cox, Valencia Cox, Zaria Cox, and Zekira Cox; his parents, Gregory (Cassandra) Cox, Sr. and Marilyn (Norman) Bing; two brothers, Kwan Norman and Kedrick (Avonda) Cox; three sisters, Amaridus "Ami" (Omari) Dukes, Crystal Cox, his grandchildren, Gianni Walker, Romeo Watson, Serenity Cox, and Roman Watson; grandparents, Lois Broughton; a long-time friends, Jermaine and Dennis; and a host of cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who were touched by his spirit. He was preceded in death by his Sister Ashley Cox, Grandmother Kathleen Ware Stewart, Grandmother Dorothy Powell, Grandfather Robert Broughton and Grandfather Thomas Norman Jr. Gregory Cox, Jr. will be remembered for his dedication, his creative passions, and the profound love he held for his family. His memory will forever be a blessing to those who knew him. Services entrusted to Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, 4347 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, GA 30034

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Gregory Cox, Jr.

May 27, 1975 - November 30, 2025