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Reba Fox Obituary
Mrs. Reba Booker Fox 501 VES Road, Lynchburg, died Monday, Sept. 20, 2010, at Westminster Canterbury in Lynchburg. She was born in Lynchburg on May 26, 1922, and was 88 years of age. She was the daughter of the late Parham Hubert Booker and Maggie Pillow Booker and was married to Dr. Earl. R. Fox, who survives.
After being Captain of the field hockey team and on the Honor Council at Westhampton College, graduating in 1943, Reba's interests turned to early TV, where she had her own cooking and variety show at WTVR in Richmond and WSUN in St. Petersburg. She was active in the woman's group Salty Sisters in the St. Petersburg Yacht Club, organizing regattas and then active in the wives' group in the Coast Guard after Earl's career change resulting in his retirement as an Admiral. On retirement to South Boston and St. Petersburg, Reba was a member of the DAR and the First Baptist church in South Boston.
Mrs. Reba Booker Fox is survived by her husband, Dr. Earl R. Fox, of Lynchburg; one sister, Mrs. Peggy B. Maddox, of South Boston; three sons, Dr. Parham R. Fox and wife, Patty, of Lynchburg, Mr. Thomas B. Fox and wife, Patty, of Stuart, Fla., and Mr. Earl N. Fox and wife, Kelly, of Hope Mills, N.C.; six grandchildren, Jennifer Fox Robelo, Jeffrey R. Fox, James P. Fox, Vance J. Fox, Rebalu Fox and Edna Mae Fox; three great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by one brother, Mr. Thomas Booker, and one sister, Mrs. Linda B. Martin.
A graveside service for Mrs. Reba Booker Fox will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010, at Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery in Naruna, with the Rev. Dr. Melvin Bradshaw officiating. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 23, 2010, at Westminster Canterbury, Hume Room, and from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 24, 2010, at Powell Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, please consider the First Baptist Church of South Boston, 815 North Main St., South Boston, VA 24592, or Ebenezer Baptist Church Cemetery Fund, 267 Ebenezer Road, Gladys, VA 24554.
Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfunerals.com. Arrangements are by Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston.
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Nancy Fraze
October 5, 2010
Dr. Fox,
My deepest concolences to you and your family. My Dad, Ed Wallis, often spoke about how nice Reba was when he worked at WSUN, and Dr. Fox, as my Doctor, you were a lot like a second father figure, and I thank you for that. With all my sympathy. Nancy Wallis Fraze
Tom Watters
October 5, 2010
Dr. Fox, Tom, and Skeeter,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Reba. Over the years, I have asked Dad about your family often. I will never forget when I ran away from home. Your home with Reba and your family's love was the home I chose to turn to. I will forever miss Mrs Fox and I do miss you guys. Peace be with everyone. Love Tom
Belinda CAmm
September 26, 2010
No doubt about it, Reba was a charm and such a dear sweet lady. Over the years I had grown to love her very much. Always a good outlook on everything. May God Bless and keep his loving arms around you all. I am blessed to have known such a fine lady.....
Love, Belinda CAmm
Alfreda Cundiff
September 25, 2010
Dr. Fox and Family,
Thinking of you during this time, and praying you'll find comfort knowing that the one you love is at peace in the presence of God.
September 25, 2010
dearest earl and family, words do not come easily at a time like this, but i want you to know how saddened i was to hear of dear reba's passing. she was a gentle, kind soul, who valiently withstood her ailing health. earl, you were truly and angel, as you lovingly cared for her during her illness while you were here. you and reba have been missed after you left to go to the area where your family could give her additional love and attention as she struggled with continued failing health. please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. may you and your family find the peace which passeth understanding. our love, melinda wagner brett, st. petersburg, florida
September 25, 2010
We join my Father in asking a blessing for the family, Jim Watters and family
Bruce Watters
September 25, 2010
Dear Earl and boys. I have not seen you for a time but I think of you and the family often wondering how all are. Now begins a new chapter in life without Reba. Now life goes on with the knowledge that Reba's name is in the LORDS book of life. All of you be blessed and enjoy the rest of your lives untill we all meet again in GOD'S kingdom......Bruce
Kim Kirby
September 24, 2010
Dr. Fox & family,
I am so sorry ro hear of the death of your mother. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish your memories.
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