Paul R. Wilcox, Jr., 43, passed away on December 24, 2025, at Rochester General Hospital with his family by his side.
Friends and family are invited to calling hours on Tuesday, December 30, 2025, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM at Norton Funeral Home, 45 W. Main St., Sodus, NY. A funeral service will immediately follow at the funeral home. Burial will take place in the spring at the convenience of the family in Butler–Savannah Cemetery.
Paul was born on August 31, 1982, in Rochester, the son of the late Paul R. Wilcox, Sr. and Sheryl A. (Lamora) Wilcox. He worked as a meat cutter for Tops Grocery Store in Ontario. Paul’s greatest blessing in life was the birth of his son, Paul III—an answered prayer he cherished deeply.
He loved the outdoors, especially hunting and fishing, and he valued hard work and the friendships he built along the way. A devoted Buffalo Bills fan, Paul approached life with independence, determination, and a spirit that was entirely his own. He lived fully, on his terms, and those who knew him will remember that unmistakable spark.
Paul is survived by his wife, Jennifer (Carney) Wilcox; his sons, Paul R. Wilcox III, Nicholas Martz, and Jacob Martz; his mother, Sheryl Wilcox; sisters, Kristina Wilcox and Melissa Wilcox; brother‑in‑law, Robert Carney; father‑in‑law, Michael Carney; niece, Abigail Freelove; nephews, Tyler Freelove, Kenyon Harris, Kendrick Harris, and Kyler Harris; and his beloved dog, Millie.
He was predeceased by his father, Paul Wilcox, and his mother‑in‑law, Marie Carney.
In lieu of flowers, kindly consider sending donations to Jennifer to help support their son, Paul III, at 1612 Hennessy Road, Lot #48, Ontario, NY 14519.