Michael G. Cox passed away peacefully on July 10th, 2023, in Marysville, Washington. He was 69 years old.  He had been battling Mantle Cell Lymphoma and Lewy Body Dementia. 

Michael was born on December 10th, 1953, in Alameda, California to Daniel U. Cox and Constance Y. Shaw.  Michael was the oldest of his siblings.  He had three brothers, five sisters, and two step-sisters. 

He resided in California until 1987 when he moved his family to Washington state. He was a High-rise window cleaner for the greater Seattle area until 2018 and owned his own High-rise window cleaning business. He taught many friends and family the skill of high-rise window cleaning, many who are currently working in the profession to this day. Some of Michael’s favorite customers over the years included The Space Needle, Children’s Hospital, Starbucks Center, Quest Field, The Seattle Library, Horizon House and King 5 News.

Michael enjoyed spending time with his family, friends, church, and the great outdoors.  

His hobbies included backpacking, fishing, hiking, camping, snow skiing, water skiing, and in his younger years, skydiving.

He had a great sense of humor and competitive nature. He will be remembered for his patience, kindness, generosity and huge heart.

He is preceded in death by his parents Daniel Cox, Constance (Shaw) Farrell and brother Kenneth “Kenny” Farrell.

He will be dearly missed by his friends, family, and children.  

His sons; Jason, Adam and daughter in law Michelle, his daughter; Alicia and son in law Doug, his sons; Aaron and Owen.  His grandchildren; Elijah, Tarel, Solomon, and Ace. Brothers; Jack Farrell and Daniel “Danny”Cox. Sisters; Marcell Farrell, Denise Coonce, Lesa Fisher, Cynthia Savage, and Kimm Paden.  Step-sisters; Teraysa Lynn and Lynn Lombardi.  Nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Gone but not forgotten.  He will forever remain alive in our hearts.

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