Dotlyn Lovetta Cox

Dotlyn Leanna Lovetta Cox was born in Nassau, Bahamas on August 29, 1966, to her

joyous parents Milton and Leanna Cox. She was the final child of 11 children, to include

seven brothers and three sisters who adored their baby sister. Her friends and family

lovingly called her Dottie, which she preferred. Dottie received her early education at

Bahamas Academy. Dottie had a passion for young children and worked as a pre-

school instructor in Nassau for several years. Her nieces and nephews were the

recipients of this love of little ones and share many fond memories of her spoiling them.

Years later she relocated to Florida and lived primarily with her sister Trudie. While in

Florida she faithfully attended church and actively engaged in various church activities.

During this time she was a part of several prayer groups and had numerous prayer

partners that loved her dearly. If the doors of the church were open, Dottie wanted to be

there. She sincerely loved the Lord and was never too shy to pray if called upon, even

without notice. Her Bible, magnifying glass, and highlighter were her trusty companions,

and she truly studied to show her self approved. While living in Florida, she attended

Mid Florida Tech briefly and enjoyed her classes, as well as the colorful people she met.

While residing in the US, she moved to Texas for some time and raved about her

experiences there. She enjoyed traveling and was able to visit family and friends in

Wisconsin, Illinois, North Carolina, Georgia, and Maryland.

Despite a cancer diagnosis in 2021, Dottie valiantly fought back undergoing radiation,

chemotherapy, surgeries, wound care, and various other treatments. She never

complained; instead, she encouraged others and trusted in whatever outcome God

allowed. Most recently, her symptoms worsened, but her light never dimmed. Those

who knew Dottie have no doubts of her freshly minted crown and residence upon

heaven’s streets of gold. She promised her sisters that she would tell their parents that

all the siblings loved and missed them. She was strong and effervescent until her last

days. In her final week, she mustered the strength to respond “Love you too” to her

family, despite her pain and heavy medications. Dotlyn peacefully transitioned into the

arms of her beloved Savior on the evening of October 18, 2025.

Dotlyn leaves behind a host of loved ones that miss her dearly. She was preceded in

death by her parents Milton and Leanna Cox and three of her brothers, Frelon

(Glenda) Cox, Marvin (Jackie) Cox, and Milton Jr. Cox, Esq.

Dotlyn will forever be cherished in the heart of her siblings, brothers Reverend

Yelverton (Jennymae), Beauford, Cardie, and Orville (Clarice) Cox; and her sisters

Trudie Cox (caretaker), Miriana Bethell, and Evelina (Alexis) Wallace.

Her nieces and nephews: Saron (Sharell), Caleb, Darcy, and Jade (Adena) Cox;

Vashti (Andrew) Joseph, Kishtor and Lavade Cox; Carlon (Tamira) and Crystal Cox;

Doctors Victoria C. (Ian) Kelly, Sidney (Kessandra) and Cassie Bethell, Esq.; Jenson,

Pastor Breon, and Luke Cox; Alexia (Garrison) Best, Esq. and Sydney Wallace; Jason

Israel and Chantal Cox; Camrawn Cox; Orvette (Sean) Ross, Clydeshia and Christian

Cox. Her uncle: Bishop Brice (Advira) Thompson.

Numerous relatives, church families, and many dear friends to include: The

Thompson Family, The Collie Family, The Black Family, The Ferguson Family, The

Nottage Family, Dr. Sherman Stevens; Barbara Hanna; Janice and Michael Curry;

LaGuana Lawrence, Theresa Swaby, Elizabeth Vowie, Brenda Mallett, Tracy Jenkins,

Albertha Moultry, Cynthia St. Charles; Living Water Fellowship, Calvary Assembly,

Global Evangelistic Center, Church of God of Prophecy- Kissimmee, and Rock of Ages

Funeral Home- Nassau.

Richard Funeral Services