Harvey W. Fox Sr.

Harvey W. Fox Sr. obituary, Bellingham, WA

Harvey Fox Obituary

Harvey passed peacefully after a short battle with Lou Gehrigs Disease on Saturday, February 16th surounded by family and friends. He.was born to William Fox and Ruth Cudaback in Brooklyn , NY on January 24, 1940. He married Kathleen Bering on November 3, 1962 in Port Angeles, Wa. and recently celebrated 50 years together. Harvey was preceded in death by his parents and his sister Janyse Cooper. He is survived by his wife, 2 sons, Danny Moseley of Bellingham and Harvey Fox Jr. of Bellingham; 4 daughters: Marjorie Aardema of Bellingham, Kimberley Fox of Federal Way, Carol Rhines of Bellingham and Nadine Fox of Enumclaw; sisters: Loiusa Black of Chewelah and Ruth Martin of Omak; brothers James Allen of Pendleton, Oregon and Lynn Howard of Irrigon, Oregon. He was the proud pappy to 16 grandchildern and 24 great grandchildren as well as numerous nieces and nephews. His greatest joy was spending time with his family and friends. His careers included serving in the United States Army, farming, logging and transporting ship laundry. He loved fishing, flying his toy helicopter, playing dice, and driving his car. There will be a potluck gathering to celebrate his life at Whatcom Falls Park on March 9, 2013 from 12 to 5. In lieu of flowers donations may be made at that time to assist with expenses

Published by Bellingham Herald on Feb. 22, 2013.
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Grampa I am missin yu more and more everyday!!! Yu were and are my bestfriend. I talk to yu quite often still to this day. I kno yur up there lookin down on me. Yur with me everyday! I kno it. :) I love yu soo much grampa. See yu again someday.

Jennifer Hayes

March 19, 2013

Harvey Sr., Your memories will forever be in my heart. My love and prayers are with all the family and friends. God Bless

Theresa Morris

February 23, 2013

You are in our thoughts and prayers..You will be missed

February 22, 2013

He is loved and missed by many..

February 22, 2013

You were always kind to me, Uncle Harvey. Rest in Peace.

Dawn Hawley

February 22, 2013

Grandfathier ... words can't explain the feelings I'm having. I will always live each day with a smile on my face and strength in my heart! (: I love you A&&F!!! I am more than blessed to have been your caretaker! I know you're in no more pain. God took that pain and replaced it with healing! I am more than thankful for that. Your strength will live in Keyona as well...We miss you SO MUCH. I at least know you are always there...no matter what. (In our heart!) RIP Grandfathier ... you are truly missed!! XoXoXo <3 <3 <3

Katy & Keyona

February 22, 2013

You were one of the best Uncles ever. My favorite on the Bering side...I can put you up against my Uncles on Mom's side and I have to say YOU WIN in my heart. She has plenty of great brothers. But you, my uncle were so awesome. I just wish I could have seen you later in life. My Momma thought the world of you too. Please give my Momma a kiss and hug for me. She is going to be so happy to see you.Rest In Peace. Can't wait to see you again in a new world.

February 22, 2013

Kori Bering

February 22, 2013

I worked with Harvey at the Dry Cleaners and he was such a hard working man. He always had a smile on his face and a real joy to talk too. So sorry to the family for Harvey passing, he will be missed by many.Rip my good man as God will be with you.

Teri Smith

February 22, 2013

Pappy, you are great!! I'm thankful for all the time we got to spend together. together And although we haven't hung out over the last couple years but I'm so glad of the time we got to spend together in the last couple months .... I love u and I on I u are happy and in peace <3

linzeners ortiz

February 22, 2013

I will always believe that god gave me two angels to watch over my life and one of those was Harvey. He always treated me like a son and a friend. I will miss him and carry his love in my heart forever.

Aaron (JOHN) Hayes Sr

February 22, 2013

Grampa.... I love yu with my whole heart. I will never forget all those times of yu tellin me about the good ol days... :) Those memories will live on forever. Yu were and are my best friend. I'm so glad I got the 20 years with yu that I got. Yu are the best ever. Definitely one of a kind man!!!!! Yu are with me all day everyday!!! I will see yu again one day. :) I love yu sooooo much.

Jennifer Hayes

February 22, 2013

My brother was just a little younger than me, quite a character, had a good sense of humor, loved his family to death especially his wife Kathy. I will miss his weekly phone calls and his smiling face...He had a good heart and would help anyone he could...love you Brother....

Louisa Black

February 22, 2013

I love ya Harvey.! You will be greatly missed! Blood couldnt have made me feel closer. Your the only grandpa I've ever known . I'm so proud to say that my kids do share your blood! I will make sure my babies know of their great grandpa! Love you so much!

Melanie Taylor

February 22, 2013

Uncle, you were always so special to me. You will forever hold a piece of my heart with you. Rest in peace, I love you!

Shannnon Marek

February 22, 2013

I love you Papa you will always shine in my HEART....

Carol Rhines

February 22, 2013

Papa I love you and will miss you much... I miss you now.. I hope you are without pain now.. And have a smile everyday no more sadness.. I miss your hugs already, your smile, you telling me it will be ok... I am ok Papa I am doing good knowing you are not suffering anymore... I love you Your baby girl Carol Ann...

Carol Rhines

February 22, 2013

I can honestly say that god gave me 2 angels in my life and Harvey was definitely one of them. The time we had together working or playing will always and forever be remembered. You will be in my heart for the rest of my life.

Aaron John Hayes Sr

February 22, 2013

I always appreciated the friendship that Harvey was so gracious to offer to all and the way he loved his family.. I am so sorry for the loss.

Jean Kraemer

February 22, 2013

I am so very sorry for your loss.. He was a great man. Hold tight to your memories and know he is no longer in pain or suffering. Bless you all!

Tracie Swope-Aanestad

February 22, 2013

I will continue dancing for you Pappy always and forever.. We all miss you so much but know your sleeping with the angels.. RIP Harvey Fox Sr. It has been a priviledge to be a part of your life..

DeAnn Fox

February 22, 2013

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