Cover photo for Tommy Lee Cox's Obituary
Tommy Lee Cox Profile Photo
1959 Tommy 2025

Tommy Lee Cox

November 8, 1959 — August 4, 2025

Selmer, TN

Tommy Lee Cox was born November 8, 1959 in Selmer, TN, the son of the late Thomas Cox and Christine Jewel Johnson Cox. He departed this life on August 4, 2025 in Selmer, Tennessee at the age of 65 Years, 8 Months, 27 Days.

A devoted member of His Church in Selmer, Tommy embodied the spirit of community and fellowship. His faith was evident in the kindness he extended to all those around him.

Throughout his life, Tommy dedicated himself to the automotive industry, where he not only excelled professionally but also formed lasting connections. His passions extended beyond work; he found joy in the thrill of races and camping, often surrounded by friends and family. Known for his candidness, Tommy had a remarkable ability to express thoughts honestly, whether the news was good or bad, yet he always managed to do so with a love.

He is survived by a son, Kevin Cox (Chrissy); a grandchild, Skyler Lee Cox; two great grandchildren, Ryker and Hudson; stepson, Shawn Story; and a host of other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Cox was preceded in death by two brothers, Jamie Cox and wife Linda Kay, and James Neal Allison; step father, Allie Wenford Allison; companion, Teresa Story.

To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Tommy Lee Cox, please visit our flower store.

Service Schedule

Upcoming Services

Visitation

Thursday, August 7, 2025

12:00 - 2:00 pm (Central time)

Add to Calendar

Shackelford Funeral Directors - Selmer

160 West Cypress Avenue, Selmer, TN 38375

Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. Standard text messaging rates apply.

Funeral Service

Thursday, August 7, 2025

Starts at 2:00 pm (Central time)

Add to Calendar

Shackelford Funeral Directors - Selmer

160 West Cypress Avenue, Selmer, TN 38375

Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. Standard text messaging rates apply.

Interment

Thursday, August 7, 2025

Add to Calendar

Enter your phone number above to have directions sent via text. Standard text messaging rates apply.

Guestbook

Visits: 1433

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the
Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

Send Flowers

Send Flowers

Plant A Tree

Plant A Tree