Mark Neas Cox, age 61, passed peacefully in his home surrounded by family and friends on March 7, 2020.

Dedicating his life to the teaching and development of young men, Mark spent most of his career coaching at Brownwood High School, Westlake High School, Liberty Hill High School, Weatherford High School, Sachse High School, and South Garland High School.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Harris Cox; his sister, Carole Reeves; his sister, Martha Pink; and her husband, Harris. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Lita Harris Cox, as well as many nieces and nephews. Additionally, he is survived by countless players he coached, mentored, and treated as his own.

Celebration of Mark’s life will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2020, at 11 a.m. in the auditorium at Sachse High School. The family will begin receiving visitors at 10 a.m., and memorials can be made to the Garland ISD Education Foundation or the Texas High School Coaches Education Fund.