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Arnol Kox
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Kox in 2012
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| Born | 11 October 1952 |
| Died | 15 July 2020 (aged 67) Eindhoven, Netherlands
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| Nationality | Dutch |
| Occupation | Street preacher |
Arnol Kox (born October 11, 1952 – died July 15, 2020) was a well-known street preacher from the Netherlands. For over 40 years, he shared his Christian faith with people on the streets of central Eindhoven. He became a familiar face in the city.
Who Was Arnol Kox?
Arnol Kox was born in Bergeijk, Netherlands, in 1952. He spent most of his life in Eindhoven. He was known for his strong faith and his dedication to sharing it with others. He became a public figure in Eindhoven because of his unique way of preaching directly on the streets.
Preaching in Eindhoven
For more than four decades, Arnol Kox could be found in the heart of Eindhoven. He preached the Christian message to anyone who would listen. He believed strongly in sharing his faith in a direct and open way. This made him a very recognizable person in the city.
Facing Challenges
Arnol Kox sometimes faced difficulties because of his street preaching. Some shopkeepers tried to stop him in court in 2008. However, the court decided he could continue. In 2009, he was warned about noise complaints. He also had other court appearances. In 2000, he married Gerry Diederen, a teacher from Kerkrade.
His Later Years and Legacy
Around 2010, Arnol Kox's health started to get worse. In 2013, he had a heart attack while on the street. Later, in 2019, he was diagnosed with leukemia, a serious illness.
On July 5, 2020, Arnol Kox made a final tour through Eindhoven's city center. Many people knew and respected him. The city's alderman, Yassin Torunglu, even organized a special card campaign for him. Kox received 250 cards from people all over the country.
Arnol Kox passed away in an Eindhoven hospital on July 15, 2020. He was 67 years old. He died due to leukemia. He is remembered as a dedicated street preacher who was a unique part of Eindhoven for many years.
