James Bruce Cox, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and servant of the Lord, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on September 10, 1933, in Spokane, Washington, James lived a life filled with purpose, faith, and love for his family and community. James grew up in Moses Lake, Washington, where his athleticism and determination shone through in his senior year of high school when he earned All-State Honorable Mention honors in football. He was offered a football scholarship at the University of Idaho, but his dream was to play at Brigham Young University (BYU). He made the cut for the team on the final list, he always fondly remembered his time in Provo, where he once climbed to the top of the Y and back in 29 minutes—a testament to his physical strength and determination. James attended BYU in the fall of 1952, marking the beginning of a lifetime of service and faith. In 1952, while living in Roseburg, Oregon, James joined The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, a decision that would forever shape his life. In 1956, he married his eternal companion, Mary Anna Westenskow, in the Salt Lake City Temple. Together, they raised a family of seven children and dedicated their lives to serving the Lord. James was a dedicated student and earned his degree in Physical Education from BYU, where he was also involved in various leadership roles, including being a stake missionary, counselor in the ward bishopric, and president of the Physical Education Majors Club. His leadership and commitment to others were evident as he later went on to pursue a Master's degree in Physical Education Administration from Washington State University. He and Mary Anna made the decision to move to Ellensburg, Washington, where James began teaching. However, after just one year, he transitioned into the financial planning business, a move that doubled their income. Throughout his career, James was an inspiring leader and served in numerous church positions. He was called as a bishop in Ellensburg, where he and Mary Anna raised their first five children. They later moved to Liberty Lake near Spokane, where two more sons were born. Over the next 20 years, James served in various church callings, including a second term as a bishop, as a member of the high council, and as Stake President. He was released as Stake President after nine years and due to severe health issues, but after a long period of recovery, James returned to BYU to earn a second Master's degree in Counseling and Guidance. James' devotion to helping others never wavered. He created and taught a spiritually-centered course that impacted over 15,000 lives. His service continued with Mary Anna in the Louisville Kentucky Mission, the Salt Lake City Welfare Mission, and later, the Youth Enrichment Foundation, which they helped establish to assist inner-city children. After retiring in 2000, James and Mary Anna moved to St. George, Utah, where he continued his service as a teacher, temple worker, and ward missionary. In 2006, they moved to Nampa, Idaho, where they continued to make a positive impact on those around them. James' legacy is one of unwavering faith, service, and dedication. He loved his family deeply and was an example to all who knew him. His teachings, kindness, and commitment to others will live on through the lives he touched. "Well done, thou good and faithful servant."