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Eric Fox Obituary

Eric J. Fox Grandville Age 40, survived by his wife of 14 years, Lori; his children, Zach and Maddie; parents, James and Joan Fox; sister, Julie Fox; brother, Jary (Erica) Fox and their children, Emma and Katelyn; parents-in-law, Steve and Linda Kammeraad; sister-in-law, Kristi (Brian) Rogalske and their children, Ashley, Nathan and Emily; brother-in-law, Kevin (Stephanie) Kammeraad and their children, Carlos and Maria; and many extended family members and friends. Funeral services will be held Monday at 10:00a.m. at Kentwood Community Church, 1200 60th St. SE, Kentwood with Pastor Rob Reynolds officiating. Interment Fort Custer National Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to ALS Association, or Global Partners c/o Rob and DaNae Reynolds. Relatives and friends may meet the family Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9p.m. at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com or the family's blog at www.ericjfox.blogspot.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Apr. 25, 2010.

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Erica Young

April 27, 2010

I'm sending my deepest condolences to the whole family. I can't imagine what you all have gone through, but looking at the blogs and you tube I know you are strong in your faith. May God continue to hold you all. Much Much LOVE.. Erica Young- formally Erica Krupp -from Reliable Auto

Jack and Ardie Shultz

April 27, 2010

Dear Lori and children,

Victory in Jesus! Your wonderful husband and father has fought the fight and won! Eric's and your strong faith in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ has been heard from near and far, and has touched our lives as well. We touched lives with you only for a moment, but hearts forever. You are truly in our prayers.

Eve Howe

April 26, 2010

To Lori,Zach & Maddie, and the entire family of Eric Fox. We who walked with him on ALS walks always were in awe of Eric's positive energy and are gratefull to have known such a special Man of God! He left a great legacy and may you all find your peace and joy again.
Eric brought in SPRING like he wanted. God Bless You

Tanya Brya-Thelen

April 25, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about Eric. I am amazed how strong you all have been through his battle. He's in a much better place now -- no more suffering. You are all in our prayers.

Tooker /Weber

April 25, 2010

To the entire Fox family, our thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the future. May the Lords blessings stow upon you during this difficult time.

April 24, 2010

Lori, Zach, and Madison you are all in our prayers. Kevin & Erin Richardson

Terry & Sue Brya

April 24, 2010

Lori, Zack & Maddie, Our sincere sympathy to you all. We were very sad to hear of Eric's passing. Eric has suffered greatly and now he should feel no pain but enjoy the many benefits of being in a much better place. Lori, God knew when he sent you to be Eric's partner 14 years ago that you were certainly going to be his angel. You will be blessed. Terry & Sue Brya

April 24, 2010

Lori, Zach and Madison: you have our greatest sympathy. All of you are in our prayers.
Daily Shepherd Staff

James Edwin Jones

April 23, 2010

I'm sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you in a special way with peace only He can offer in such a sad time as this.

Dale & Kathy Zylstra

April 23, 2010

Lori, Zach and Maddie,
Can't you just see Eric now? I know he is doing the Happy Dance and waiving his arms in praise to God!! You are all in our prayers as I know this is very hard for all of you. He was such a wonderful Godly man and will be missed by so many. We are so blessed to have known Eric and your family!
Love you all,
Dale and Kathy Zylstra

Dale Brott

April 23, 2010

Playing hockey or being a strong advocate of Men's Ministries he praised his Lord and Savior above and beyond all things. He always had a song in his heart and a smile on his face. His love for his wife and children were profound and his outreach to friends were enormously valued. His hugs, his love, his devotion to God, Family, Country and Friends will be cherished. DeColores my Friend, until we see each other again. Dale & Elaine Brott (Kentwood, MI)

Tom & Sandy Ball

April 23, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of loss. May you all feel God's comforting arms wrapped around you. II Corinthians 1:3, 4

April 23, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. all our love, Kevin and Kim Jarchow

Chris Riemersma

April 23, 2010

"Well done good and faithrul servant! " I can see Eric now - dancing and praising our risen Lord. How glorious it will be to join him. Meanwhile, we will continue to pray for your family as you follow God into the next step of your life. In Christian love - Chris and Randy Riemersma

Faith Avery

April 23, 2010

Lori, Zach & Maddie - We know you will miss your dear husband and daddy, yet you know he is no longer suffering and is with his Lord and Savior and is PAIN FREE - with a NEW BODY! Praise God for this! We love your family and loved Eric too! He brought joy and sunshine wherever he went! His life will live on through each of you because you, too are beautiful people and shine God's love wherever you go! BIG HUGS!!!
Love, Faith & Russ Avery, Kaitlyn & Jordan Weimer

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