Sara Jane "Sally" Fox, 93, of the Spokane Valley, passed December 27, 2021. Grandma lived a full life and touched many people in her dedication to family, altruism, and education.

Sally and her twin sister were born May 19, 1928, in Spearfish, South Dakota to Ewing Sampson and Irene Miller Sampson. She graduated from Central Valley Union High School in 1946, where she was very involved in sports, clubs, and leadership. Sally earned her education degree from Eastern Washington State College. She and her husband both taught in the area until retirement and inspired both sons and a granddaughter to become teachers as well. She remained active in education through Alpha Delta Kappa, an International Honorary Organization for Women Educators, as well as serving in the EWU Tawanka Alumni Service Association.

Sally married Vern Fox on June 11, 1950, and they had two sons. She was a life-long member of the Opportunity Presbyterian Church, enjoyed watching all sports, and never missed one of her grandkids' many events or games. She was also in a bowling league and loved her water aerobics. Most special to her, though, was swimming, fishing, and spending time with family at the cabin on Sacheen Lake, and let's not forget the apple pie and vanilla ice cream!

Sally is survived by her sons, Roger and Jim; her twin sister Betty; grandchildren Jamie Banker (Tom), Kamian Truman (Ryan), and Brent Fox (Brittney); as well as many great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and other families. She is preceded in death by her husband Vern; and sisters Dorothy and Mary Lou.

To honor our beloved mom/grandma's adamant request, there will be no funeral service. The family would like to thank Horizon Hospice and Sunshine Gardens for end-of-life care. We are deeply appreciative and grateful for the kind and patient staff at Riverview Memory Care. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Horizon Hospice or an educational service organization.

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Published by Spokesman-Review on Jan. 2, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Sally FOX

10 Entries

Cindy Stark (Cain)

May 23, 2024

I´m so sad to see that Aunt Sally has passed away! I remember her as the most beautiful aunt I had and she was so good with Jim and I when we were young and our antics. I remember when you all came to our Nebraska farm to visit. RIP dear Aunt Sally, I love you!

Gordon Fleming

December 11, 2023

I wrote down the service information but missed it. Our 5th grade teacher for a passel of kids, she was my favorite. I stopped by to visit at some point in the mid '80's. She till remembered my name. A great example of a teacher role model.

Gordon Fleming

January 7, 2022

I just had a random memory flash of her a few weeks back. I wonder if that was when she passed? A great teacher. Thinkin' she may have outlived the other teachers of her time. I know William Marchand died a few decades back. I tried to find Mr. Juliano, but no luck.

Kurt (Clete) Nielsen

January 7, 2022

What a wonderful woman, my whole family always appreciated how Mrs. Fox inspired my brother Mark to reach his potential. I have fond memories of talking football with Coach Fox during the coffee hour at church, until Mrs. Fox would say, " That's enough, Vern." Sally Fox was a blessing to everyone she knew.

Mike Morrow

January 7, 2022

I too was so lucky to have Mrs. Fox as my 5th grade teacher. She taught us well as students and maybe even better as an example of how to be adults. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Lorri (Johnson) Ericson

January 7, 2022

She was so very special. One of my favorite teachers. 5th grade, Progress Elementary. Thank you, Mrs, Fox, for all you did.

Rose Hanson Salomone

January 6, 2022

I was so blessed to have Mrs. Fox for 5th grade at Progress Elementary. She was definitely one of my favorites and had a huge impact on my life. Praying for comfort for her family. I know she will be missed.

Mike and Shelley Bartlett

January 5, 2022

Roger, we are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Kris Bemis Dale

January 4, 2022

I Had this lovely woman as my 5th grade teacher. She has been my absolute favorite teacher from the time I had her till today. I have seen her periodically over the years and have always enjoyed spending time with her. She was the best education had to offer, and I will always strive to be the educator she set the example for!!!

Nancy (Schulte) Petersen

January 2, 2022

Roger and family, I'm so sorry for the loss of your mom.

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