of Conway, AR
March 6, 1978 - October 4, 2025
''I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.'' 2 Timothy 4:7
After a fearless, hard-fought battle with cancer, Alicia Nanette Evans Cox, age 47, of Conway, Arkansas passed away on October 4, 2025. She was born on March 6, 1978 in Morrilton, Arkansas to Charles (Sr.) and Shelain Evans. Alicia had the personality of a warrior. She was a protector that was always humble. She embodied bravery and courage in the midst of her storm. She was preceded in death by her grandmothers, Katie Belle Evans and Gladys Brown.
A proud Conway native, Alicia attended school from elementary through college, leaving her mark not only in the classroom but also on every court and field she touched. A true sports powerhouse, Alicia was a documented legend in basketball, volleyball and track and field. Her name was synonymous with strength, determination and excellence. Although she played several sports, she was known for her unmatched volleyball skills; whether it was a dig, set or kill, she rarely missed a chance to get on the court and play.
Beyond athletics, Alicia was a woman of many gifts. She was an entrepreneur at heart who loved finding treasures at garage sales and consignment shops, often buying and reselling her finds with creativity and flair.
Alicia's greatest joy was her family. Her children, Alexis, Alivia and Drew were her heart and soul. Regardless if it was church, school or even sports, Alicia was there, cheering, coaching, guiding and loving with every ounce of her being. Her passionate ''Momma Bear'' voice could be heard in the gym, stands, bleachers, you name it. Everyone knew that voice, especially the girls and Drew, and they immediately did what they were told. Even the referees knew when Alicia was in the building.
A woman of deep faith, Alicia served faithfully in her church as a Steward, YPD Director, Youth Sunday School Assistant, Usher, member of the Hospitality Committee and Vice President of Finances. She had a servant's heart, always giving of herself to others.
Alicia leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Dedric Cox; her three amazing children, Alexis, Alivia and Drew Cox; her parents, Charles (Sr.) and Shelain Evans; her siblings, Clarissa (Duran) Collins and Charles ''Chuck'' Evans, Jr.; her grandfather, Judge Evans, Sr.; her nephews, Lawrence (Terranee) Collins, Lawson, Langston and Landon Collins and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, teammates and dear friends who will miss her dearly.
A visitation will be at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, Conway from 6-8:00pm Friday, October 10, 2025. Funeral Services will be held at Woodland Heights Baptist Church in Conway on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 1:00pm with final interment at Casey Cemetery, Bigelow, Arkansas.
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48 Condolence(s)
Bonnie Holloway
Monday, October 13, 2025
Dear Precious Famiy: I am so sorry for your loss. You and the entire family are in my prayers.
Marie Moore
Monday, October 13, 2025
I didn’t know her personally, but I shared her love for athletics by watching her daughters play for the Lady Cats. I pray that God keeps his arms wrapped around her family and comfort them when all the calls stop coming. God Bless the family.
John & Lucille Rose
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to the Evans-Cox Family. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
Vickie Lynn Payne
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Prayers & Condolences to the family. 🕊️❣️🕊️🙏🏾🙏🏾
Tiffany and Reggie George
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Alicia’s smile always lid up any room she entered. Prayers for her loved ones.
Ramona Halcrombe & Dorcas Ladies Sewing Missions of Rock Solid Church
Saturday, October 11, 2025
Alicia will be missed. We are Praying for you. Thanks for always supporting our Sewing Missions Sales. It may be hard now but continue trusting God.
Angela Clay
Friday, October 10, 2025
RIL Alicia! My condolences to the Evans/Cox family! I will keep you all in my prayers.
Millie Goins
Friday, October 10, 2025
Alicia was a true treasure and an asset to every space she entered. I can't recall a time where we didn't exchange a smile or a kind greeting while in college, parenting, or thrifting. She left an imprint and beautiful legacy. She will be greatly missed. Our loss is heaven's gain. Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences. Millie Goins & family
Keller Schichtl
Friday, October 10, 2025
Charles Shelain Chuck and Families, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your families as well as the Cox family at this time. May the Lord be with you all.
Debbie Mohnkern
Friday, October 10, 2025
I can still see her in the games cheering! I know how the family feels for I have been there.I love ya and God and time will carry us on.
Theresa Fougerousse
Friday, October 10, 2025
It was always a pleasure working with her! She always had a smile and a kind word. Prayers for her family and children!
Glenda Baker
Friday, October 10, 2025
Charlie, Shelain and family. I am heartbroken for you. Alicia was so special as she was a volleyball player in high school. I know her teammates all respected her and valued her as a player and friend. She was a beauty and that’s on the inside and out. I’m sending a hug and my love to you both. 💔
Glenda Baker
Friday, October 10, 2025
Charlie, Shelain and family. I am heartbroken for you. Alicia was so special as she was a volleyball player in high school. I know her teammates all respected her and valued her as a player and friend. She was a beauty and that’s on the inside and out. I’m sending a hug and my love to you both. 💔
Lashanta Johnson
Friday, October 10, 2025
I will remember Alicia most by how supportive and caring of a mother she was! She never allowed cancer to keep her away from being there for her kids even when we all would completely understand. The love, respect and adoration each of her children showed for her was a reflection of how wonderful of a woman and mother she was! Her legacy will live on for a long time through them and the lives she touched on and off the courts!!
Takeshia Rose
Friday, October 10, 2025
Praying for the family at this difficult time 🙏🏼
Sandra K Thomas
Friday, October 10, 2025
I really am having a hard time processing this. I remember her playing volleyball and basketball along with Dandra. Alicia was a beautiful person inside and out. With a big heart and gentle spirit. I am going to miss you! You were much loved by all that knew you!
Eric. Casey
Friday, October 10, 2025
My condolences goes out to the family
Mz SuMac
Friday, October 10, 2025
To: Mr. Charles, Sr., my cousin Shelain Evans, Mr. Cox and y'all entire family. My heart grew so heavy when I found out about the loss of Alicia. May God strengthen you as she has received her wings and now God awaits her to enter into his golden gate of Heaven. I'm sending you all my Love, Prayers and deepest condolences. ❤️
Rickey Gulley
Friday, October 10, 2025
Alicia was a great woman to know. We were high school classmates.
After high school, I got to watch her perform as a great athlete for my college alma mater.
She will definitely be missed by me and the members of the Conway High School Class of 1996.
Martha Wilson
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Praying for the family
Lelia Young
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Alicia was such a kind person. I am better just for knowing her. Peace to you all during this time.
Elese Brown
Thursday, October 9, 2025
So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all. She will surely be missed. Love you all.
Debi Ethridge
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Shelain....my heart goes out to you and your family. To lose a child who was so special and made such a difference in other's life's is so very hard. May all the memories of her bring comfort to you in the upcoming days. Cherish those memories.
Randy and Carolyn Tyler
Thursday, October 9, 2025
To all the members of the Evans/Cox family. Your loss is our loss also. Between Randy and I both, we have worked with several of your family members. All such precious people. We have met some of the other family members as well. Our hearts hurt along with you all and hold you all up in our prayers.
Margaret Thrower
Thursday, October 9, 2025
To the Evans-Cox family, may God’s Grace and Peace be with you!
My prayers and condolences to you Shelain.
Margaret Thrower
Katherine McCaster
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Prayers and Condolences to the Cox /Evans families .
Amy Tucker
Thursday, October 9, 2025
To the Cox/Evans family.. I’m Sending healing prayers and comfort during this tough time.
Tony Neale
Thursday, October 9, 2025
My most heartfelt condolences. Peace be with the family
Betty Schichtl
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Shelain, I am so sorry to hear of your daughters passing. My heart breaks for you. I pray for Gods peace and comfort to help you all through this difficult time.
Kristina KG Gulley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
My deepest sympathies, to the Evans and Cox family. May your happy memories of Alicia give you comfort and peace.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
Linda
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you.
Linda and Emmer
Wyvone Stubbs Fuller
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Sorry for your loss my you find comfort in the Lord to Cox and Evans family
Marilyn Whitley
Thursday, October 9, 2025
To Shelain & Family I always loved seeing y'all and Alicia at the ballfields. Alicia was so passionate about sports and her children definitely had her competitive skills. Shelain I will always think of Alicia when I see you... praying for the tough days ahead hopefully the good memories will ease your burden.
Nikki Reid
Thursday, October 9, 2025
I am so sorry to hear of Alicia's passing. I truly enjoyed working with her. She was a very sweet, kind, intelligent, and special person. Praying for her family.
Debbie S Tucker
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Shelain, Chuck and family. So very sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter/sister. Praying for God’s Peace and Comfort . Debbie Tucker (kc)
Dauphine Nunn
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
To the Evans/ Cox Family,
I remember Alicia as beautiful young child with her parents, always having a big welcoming smile and presence that she carried into adulthood. I loved always being greeted by her with a big hug and smile. I hope that you find comfort in knowing that she brought joy and light to those in her presence. Prayers to all her loved ones and friends.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Dauphine Nunn and Family
Justin Lee
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I had worked with Alicia for years and she was always a very kind and bright person, and always spoke very lovingly of her family. I can't imagine how difficult this must be, but I will be thinking of you and praying for you.
Clemontene Pilgrim Akins
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
My deepest sympathy to the Evan’s- Cox family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Jolene Wojtczak
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
My deepest condolences to Alicia’s family. I had the privilege of working with Alicia on multiple accounts over the years, and she was truly a wonderful person. She often spoke lovingly about her children and family, and it was clear how much they meant to her. My heart goes out to all of you during this difficult time. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers
Judith Ingle
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I am keeping you all in my prayers. 🙏🏻Sending you love ❤️
Angela Rye
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
I am so very sorry for your loss. Alicia was a very special person, very kind and caring. I will be praying for her children and family.
Mary Robinson
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
My condolences to the Evans/Cox family.
Evelyn Torrado
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
I Am So Very Sorry To Hear Of You All's Loss!! Sending Prayers To All Of The Evans and Cox Family. Sending Hugs and Prayers To Chalane and Her Family.... 🙏❤️
Diane Hood
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
To the Family: I send my deepest sympathies and prayers to the children and to her siblings, parents, and other family members. Alicia was a wonderful , beautiful young woman. You saw the love she had for her children and family. She always greeted you with a smile and a hug. I pray that God will grant you peace and strength as your go through this time. On behave of Verna, Jannette, and myself. May God bless and keep you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stella Reynolds
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
I am a friend of Peggy Evans. I didn’t know Alicia but I have prayed for her several years. Now I will pray for you, her family. May you feel God’s presence and comfort at this difficult time.
Cecille Boyd
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Sending sympathy to all the family and loving prayers .
Edwina and Taylor Kendall
Tuesday, October 7, 2025
My condolences to the Evans/Cox family.
Becka Langford