Conliff Richard "Rick" Cox

Conliff Richard “Rick” Cox, 71, formerly of Baldwinsville, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Syracuse, son of the late Carmella M. (Ventra) Shattuck and Conliff C. Cox. Rick graduated from Liverpool High School, received his BA from Columbia College, and his MBA from Oswego State University. Rick was also a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran. After his military service, he was employed with the Onondaga County Sheriff’s Office for 24 years, retiring as a Sergeant. He then went on to become the Chief of Solvay Police Department for 18 years. Rick was also a college professor teaching criminal justice courses at multiple universities including Columbia, OCC, Oswego, and Cayuga Community College. Rick’s biggest love of his life was his family, he was the most devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Rick made everyone feel special and loved, his unmatched sense of humor could make anyone smile, even in their darkest moments. He enjoyed golfing, hunting, watching his grandchildren play sports, detailing his Corvette, and being in Facebook jail. Rick was cherished and loved by everyone who had the privilege to know him. Rick is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Christine J. (Morgia) Cox; 3 children, Michael J. (Robin B.) Cox, Daniel J. (Hilary A.) Cox, and Jennifer R. Cox; 6 grandchildren, Jacob, Natalie, Caden, Isabella, Tyler, and Maddy; 3 siblings, Robert J. Cox, Jean M. Sayer, and Deborah A. Saldo, along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and his pet, Max. A funeral Mass in celebration of Rick’s life will be held on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at 10:30 am in Pope John XXIII Church 8290 Soule Rd., Liverpool. Burial will follow in Our Lady of Peace Cemetery. Family and friends may call on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, from 4:00 – 7:00 pm at the THOMAS J. PIRRO JR. FUNERAL HOME 3401 Vickery Rd. (Corner of Buckley Rd.) N. Syracuse, NY 13212. Richard’s family would like to thank Dr. Christiano for always being there as not only a physician but also as a friend. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Rick’s memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Hospice of CNY, or the Wounded Warrior Project.

Conliff Richard "Rick" Cox

April 19, 1951 - August 19, 2022