Connie Ball Cox

Connie Ball Cox, age 89, passed away peacefully at her home on May 18, 2026. She was born on September 5, 1936, in Salt Lake City, Utah, to Clifton James and Goldie Burnett Ball. As their only child, she was raised in Kaysville, Utah—a community she cherished, where she formed lifelong friendships, and where she later chose to raise her own family.

Connie attended Kaysville Elementary and graduated from Davis High School in 1954. She continued her education at Brigham Young University before earning her associate degree from Weber College.

As a young girl, Connie loved tap dancing and showed remarkable talent. At age nine, she was diagnosed with a heart murmur and was advised to discontinue dancing. To help her find a new passion, her parents purchased a piano—one she cherished and played until her passing—unknowingly opening the door to one of her greatest lifelong gifts.

Connie became an accomplished pianist who could effortlessly play nearly any piece placed before her. As a teenager, she performed in numerous recitals, and she later became a highly sought‑after accompanist—both during her time as a student at BYU and throughout her adult life. She often created her own arrangements, adding her personal touch to every piece she played. Her greatest joy, however, was sharing her music with the Primary children.

She faithfully served as the Primary pianist in the Kaysville 4th Ward for nearly half a century— beginning as a young mother and continuing until only a few years ago, when health challenges made it difficult to continue. Her quiet testimony, gentle spirit, and love for music touched generations of children and families.

Connie worked in the personnel department at Hill Field for several years while Boyd served on his LDS mission and during the early years of their marriage. After dedicating many years to raising her family, she later returned to the workforce and spent 17 years employed by the Internal Revenue Service.

While attending Davis High School, Connie met a young man named Boyd, who had recently moved to Kaysville from St. Anthony, Idaho. She quickly fell in love with him. Their love story was marked by patience and devotion as Connie waited four years while Boyd served in the United States Army and later an LDS mission. After his service was complete, Connie and Boyd were married on September 13, 1957, in the Salt Lake Temple. They shared 68 wonderful years together and built a beautiful family legacy. They raised six children, welcomed 28 grandchildren, and were blessed with 44 great‑grandchildren.

Connie’s greatest joy was her family. She never forgot a birthday or anniversary. She faithfully sent birthday cards, Christmas cards, and gifts to every member of her growing family. Her home was always stocked with treats for visiting children and grandchildren. Connie loved to watch sports and was an avid BYU fan. She was incredibly smart, endlessly thoughtful, and loved unconditionally.

Connie is survived by her children: Ryal (ReNae) Cox, Shelley (Matt) Ensign, Troy (Jeanette) Cox, Trent (Brenda) Cox, Staci (Jon) Lewis, and Ginger (Mike) Lee.

A viewing will be held Tuesday, May 26, 2026, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Russon Mortuary, 1941 North Main Street, Farmington, Utah.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at the Kaysville 4th Ward Chapel, 875 East 200 North, Kaysville, Utah, with a viewing prior to the service from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m.

Interment will take place at the Kaysville City Cemetery, 500 East Crestwood Road, Kaysville, Utah.