Kay Cox

Kathlan "Kay" Cox, of New Deal, Texas, passed away on October 11, 2026, in New Deal. She was born on July 25, 1958, in Plainview, Texas to Leroy and Reba Gail (Jordan) Trottles.

Kay made her home in New Deal for 20 years. Kay married Kenneth Wayne Cox on September 17, 1984, a day that marked an important chapter in her life and remained a treasured part of her story. She enjoyed the simple things that brought comfort and happiness to everyday life. She loved cookouts and enjoyed going to the lake in the fifth wheel with the ATV. She liked spending time outdoors, especially in the yard, where she took care to make sure every weed was picked. She was not big on watching TV, yet there was always music playing on the radio. Among the companions she loved most was her English Bulldog, Molly.

Kathlan will be deeply missed by her family. She is survived by her children, Tracey Kepley and Shannon Kepley; her step-son, Chad Cox; 8 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren and her sister, Cindy Cofield, and husband Bobby.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Kenneth Cox, sisters, Tammy Cornwall and Frankie King, and by her brother, Jerry Middleton. Their memories remain a lasting part of her family’s story.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Abell Funeral Home. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Abernathy Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Abell Funeral Home and Flower Shop of Abernathy, Texas.