Celebrating the life of
Joseph Snyder Cox
January 13, 1928 - December 06, 2008
Joseph S. Cox
"Captain Sandy"
Joseph Snyder Cox, 80, local weather personality "Captain Sandy" died Saturday December 6, 2008 at his residence under the care of his family, friends and Hospice Savannah. Joe was born on Friday the 13th of January, 1928, in Frankfort, Kentucky. He was a Meteorologist in the United States Air Force serving in World War II. In subsequent years he was a disc jockey at various radio stations around the country, but he always had a fascination with the weather. In 1965 he settled in Savannah and assumed the roll of "Captain Sandy" the weatherman with WSAV TV. Wearing a nautical cap and windbreaker, and with the help of Wilbur the Weather Bird, Arthurmometer and Calamity Clam, he entertained and informed children and adults alike for more than a decade. Joe was the last person to carry on the tradition of "Captain Sandy". Joe was also a meteorologist for WJCL TV for 5 years. He loved to play golf, sail, ride his bike and spend time with his family.
Joe is survived by his wife of 53 years, Margaret T. Cox, of Savannah; three daughters, Cindy Cox, of Nyack, NY; Connie Hicks, of Frankfort, KY; and Terry Cox, of Cold Spring, NY. He is also survived by two granddaughters, Hannah and Bekah; and one great-grandson, Aden.
Visitation will be 5:00 to 700 p.m., Monday, December 8, 2008 and 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel.
Memorial service will be 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel with the Rev. John Anderson officiating.
The family requests that remembrances be made to Hospice Savannah Homecare, P.O. Box 13190 Savannah, GA 31416.
Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
I remember watching 'Captain Sandy' during the summers and whenever I visited my grandparents in GA. I loved the characters and always looked forwartd to watching the news to see 'Captain Sandy'. My prayers go out to the family and friends. We will all miss him.
- Steve H, Charleston, SC
As neighbors of the Cox family for many years, we have many fond memories of cook-outs and get togethers with Joe and Margaret. Joe is with our Lord now but he will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Margaret and Family.
- John & Diane Grotheer, Covington, GA
Dearest brother in-law and sweetest of uncles! We will miss you! Our hearts go out to you Aunt Maggie and neice/cousin Cindy. We love you and wish we could be there? We cherrish all our years of memories with Joe. Go forth and sail the heavens with your brother and mom!
- Brant, Donna and Kelley Cox, La Mirada, CA
Captain Sandy' was such a blessing in our household...I was a child who loved all of the characters on the show..My parents loved his weather reports. He was an uncle to us---a part of our family. His life was such a positive role model for us. I am sadden by his leaving, but this is part of life. We have been truly blessed by him.
- Wayne Flowers, Jesup, GA
My sympathy and prayers to all of Mr. Cox's family. I always looked forward to the weather as a child growing up, that says a lot for his charm and character. I recognized him several years ago walking in the local Mall and it really brought a smile and great memories to see him, bless you all.
- Keith Tuten, Savannah, GA
my condolences to all the family and friends of mr.joe cox captain sandy.i remember as a child,running through the kitchen, because my brother said captain sandy was comming on.not aware that the oven door was open.well you can guess what happened. but i remember laughing and crying at the same time, thanks to my hero captain sandy.i can still remember all the words to the theme song so many years later.thanks for all the memories!
- kenneth moore, eden, GA
Miss Margaret and Family, We met a few months ago at the foot dr.'s office. I am so glad I got up the courage to speak to you and the Cap'n. His kind has been missed on local television...what a classy person and I hope he's enjoying smooth sailing!
- C Knight, Guyton, GA
My sympathy to the entire family. I remember the theme song from watching 'Captain Sandy' in my childhood days and get strange looks from my children when I sing the words. I've missed him for many years and am glad to see he enjoyed a great retirement. May God bless you all through the days ahead. Godspeed , Joe!
- R.L.Howard, Jesup, GA
I remember watching 'Captain Sandy' during the summers and whenever I visited my grandparents in GA. I loved the characters and always looked forwartd to watching the news to see 'Captain Sandy'. My prayers go out to the family and friends. We will all miss him.
- Steve H, Charleston, SC
As neighbors of the Cox family for many years, we have many fond memories of cook-outs and get togethers with Joe and Margaret. Joe is with our Lord now but he will be sadly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Margaret and Family.
- John & Diane Grotheer, Covington, GA
Dearest brother in-law and sweetest of uncles! We will miss you! Our hearts go out to you Aunt Maggie and neice/cousin Cindy. We love you and wish we could be there? We cherrish all our years of memories with Joe. Go forth and sail the heavens with your brother and mom!
- Brant, Donna and Kelley Cox, La Mirada, CA
Captain Sandy' was such a blessing in our household...I was a child who loved all of the characters on the show..My parents loved his weather reports. He was an uncle to us---a part of our family. His life was such a positive role model for us. I am sadden by his leaving, but this is part of life. We have been truly blessed by him.
- Wayne Flowers, Jesup, GA
My sympathy and prayers to all of Mr. Cox's family. I always looked forward to the weather as a child growing up, that says a lot for his charm and character. I recognized him several years ago walking in the local Mall and it really brought a smile and great memories to see him, bless you all.
- Keith Tuten, Savannah, GA
my condolences to all the family and friends of mr.joe cox captain sandy.i remember as a child,running through the kitchen, because my brother said captain sandy was comming on.not aware that the oven door was open.well you can guess what happened. but i remember laughing and crying at the same time, thanks to my hero captain sandy.i can still remember all the words to the theme song so many years later.thanks for all the memories!
- kenneth moore, eden, GA
Miss Margaret and Family, We met a few months ago at the foot dr.'s office. I am so glad I got up the courage to speak to you and the Cap'n. His kind has been missed on local television...what a classy person and I hope he's enjoying smooth sailing!
- C Knight, Guyton, GA
My sympathy to the entire family. I remember the theme song from watching 'Captain Sandy' in my childhood days and get strange looks from my children when I sing the words. I've missed him for many years and am glad to see he enjoyed a great retirement. May God bless you all through the days ahead. Godspeed , Joe!
- R.L.Howard, Jesup, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
