Bobby Joe Fox

1934 - 2017

Bobby Joe Fox obituary, 1934-2017, Huntington, IN

BORN

1934

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Myers Funeral Home

2901 Guilford Street

Huntington, Indiana

Bobby Fox Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 31, 2017.

Bobby J. Fox, 82 of Huntington passed away at 3:37 am on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home in Fort Wayne. Bobby was a 1952 graduate of Union High School. He served his country in the National Guard during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed gardening and he loved to bake.

Bobby was born on December 25, 1934 in Huntington, the son of Clifford and Louella (Prather) Fox.

He was united in marriage to Patricia A. Hammond on February 13, 1954 at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
She preceded him in death on December 7, 2015.

Survivors include two sons: Steven (Kris) Fox of Wabash; Michael Fox of Wabash; two daughters: Julie (Rob) Pelikan of Fort Wayne; Lori (Randy) Martin of Fort Worth, TX; five granddaughters, six great grandsons and one great granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Clifford and Louella Fox, three brothers: Max Fox, Jerry Fox, "D" Fox and two sisters: Mary Leedy and Mona Jean Reed.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2017 from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm at the Myers Funeral Home Huntington Chapel, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, Indiana.

Funeral service will be held on Friday, November 3, 2017 at 10:00 am at the St. Mary's Catholic Church, 903 N. Jefferson Street, Huntington, Indiana with Father Steven Colchin officiating.

Interment will be at Mt. Calvary Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations can be made out to St. Mary's Catholic Church in care of Myers Funeral Home, 2901 Guilford Street, Huntington, IN 46750.

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November 3, 2017

Steve, Chris and Mike,
Sorry to hear about your dad. Great guy who was very supportive of all of us through our high school years. hope you are well
Andy and Katie Rauh

November 2, 2017

Our thoughts are with all of you. Dayrl and Teresa

November 2, 2017

Sally Lundquist

When someone you love becomes a memory,the memory becomes a treasure. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time

November 2, 2017

Chris Harner Petit

Steve and Kris and your entire family, I am so sorry of the loss of your Father, Grandfather and Great Grandfather. I am thinking about all of you during this difficult time.

November 1, 2017

M.A. Hire

So sorry for your loss. Enjoy those memories and all the laughter. Thinking of you and your family.

Mary Ann Rager Hire

November 1, 2017

Amy Nelson

Steve,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you, Kris and your family.

November 1, 2017

Susie Lambert

Dear Steve & family, I'm so sad to hear of your father's passing. I hope you find comfort with each other and memories of your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

November 1, 2017

DeAnne Zwicker

So Sorry for your loss.

November 1, 2017

Jeff Lewis

Steve and Family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May you all find comfort in the many wonderful memories of your father. Please know your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

November 1, 2017

Oren & Ilah Wagner

We express our condolence in the passing of your father.
Oren & Ilah Wagner

October 31, 2017

May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you through this very sad time
Psalms 29:11

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