Ms. Carole Frances Cox, 62, of Clearwater, SC, companion of twenty-five years to Rhonda Long, entered into rest on Sunday, November 23, 2025.

Born in Aiken, SC, a daughter of Melvin R. and Frances Crocker Cox, Carole spent her childhood in Anderson, SC, before returning to the Aiken area. She attended the University of South Carolina at Aiken, as an early entry gifted student at the age of 15.

Her career path took her in several directions. Most recently, she was a Security Officer with Sizemore Security.

Carole had a love for music. She was an incredibly talented songwriter. Known for her incredible skills on a six-string as well as the difficult-to-play, twelve-string guitar.

She enjoyed trips to the thrift store. Every inch of her home was decorated and furnished with treasures she found while "thrifting."

Along with her companion, Carole is survived by her sisters, Judi (Bill) Walters of Aiken, SC, and Renee Bane of Charlotte, NC; nieces, Sarah Holliday, Laura Simmons, Ivy Simmons, all of Aiken, SC, Susan Cronin of Anderson, SC, Deborah Donald of Charlotte, NC, nephews Ari Simmons of East Flat Rock, NC, and Devin Burton and Jasper Holliday, both of Aiken, SC.

Carole was preceded in death by her parents, Frances C. Cox of Anderson, SC, and Melvin R. Cox of Jackson, TN, and her brother, Martin R. Cox of Clayton, GA.

A graveside service will be held at Old Silver Brook Cemetery, 1405 White Street, Anderson, SC, on Sunday, January 11, 2026, at 2:00 pm. Please note new date of service.

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