David Paul Fox-Brenton

David Fox-Brenton Obituary

April 16, 1943 - June 21, 2013
Born in Staten Island, NY to Sieglinda Lucht and David Fox, David served in the U.S. Air Force from 1962-1968 stationed primarily in Germany. He graduated from Goodman School of Drama, Chicago, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree and spent his life as an actor, director and educator. A member of the Sag-Aftra Union, Screen Actors Guild and Actor's Equity Association, he started the California Shakespearean Festival in Visala in 1979 after which he acted in Hollywood before moving to MN. Most recently he was an educator at AOI College of Languages in Irvine.
The nephew of Rev Fox of the Four Immortal Chaplains, David founded the Immortal Chaplains Foundation to bring the story of the WWII Four Chaplains who gave their lives to save others of a different race, creed or ethnicity to the masses. Through the sanctuary and artifacts on the Queen Mary in Long Beach, the ICF preserves the story so that others will practice understanding and compassion in their everyday lives.
Survived by his wife, Polly; children Nathanael "D'Arcy" Fox (Jessica) and Arianna Joy Fox-Brenton; sister Elaine Jones (Peter); nephew Peter Jones (Doreen); grandchildren Jack and Anna Smolich, Remy and Harlow Larsen and Zia Kinney.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a charitable donation to the Immortal Chaplains Foundation, 23245 Cherry Hill, Mission Viejo, CA 92692. www.immortalchaplains.org
"We are such stuff as dreams are made on; And our little life is rounded with a sleep."
Let it be known, he made a difference...

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Jun. 30, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for David Fox-Brenton

12 Entries

December 5, 2013

Polly, I just learned on Sunday from Sandy Jacobs that David had passed away! I am so sorry to hear that! I always looked forward to seeing both of you at the HOA meetings. He had such a wonderful voice and presence! I wondered why you stopped attending our meetings. Let me know if there is anything we can do for you.

Kathy Krieger,
HOA President

October 18, 2013

David and I grew-up together in the Adirondacks. We had lost touch, but then had some really fine correspondence in the last year before he died. In fact he sang my song, "Finally Home" with tears in his eyes at his own Mom's funeral not too long ago. Dr. Don Wyrtzen

Jessica

July 15, 2013

Such a unique, warm and caring person...you will be greatly missed!

July 9, 2013

You have been such a good friend to me. Thank you for your kindness to me and to others. And thank you for giving me the only real nickname I've ever had. Much love, Zappy

Bart

July 3, 2013

I just found out of David's passing. What a nice man. Although I knew him mostly in a professional manner our paths crossed frequently with our involvement in the community. He had a beautiful voice and whenever he called my office my female assistants would take a deep breath and a sigh before telling me, "David Fox-Brenton is on the phone". He made an impact on the world and will be missed.

Maha Abdullah

July 2, 2013

I'm deeply shocked and sad!! I'll never forget your beautiful soul... you inspired me, my sisters and everyone in class! you were my best teacher and role model. I can't find the words to describe what I feel. I still can hear your laughs in my heart. I love you so much and will be missing you endlessly..

From your Saudi daughter like you always called me:

Fred, the neighbor Peters

July 2, 2013

I had the pleasure of knowing David for the last 5 years of his life and it has been the most fun I have ever had. What a guy he is the best!!!

Steven SIKES

July 2, 2013

Onward to a radiant plain, beyond the woes and travails of suffering and pain. A Beloved Soul, David Fox, has passed, leaving a majestic behind, on this Earth. Farewell, noble Commander!

Peter Jones III

July 1, 2013

Dear brother,
My heart is heavy over your passing.We have shared some good times together and these memories shall be cherished all the more. As I use to sign off, "Outstanding!"
"...and they are mild."
Lovingly, Peter

Pete & Dory Jones

July 1, 2013

Dear Uncle, you will be sorely missed. We will treasure all the memories of you in our hearts. We love you!

July 1, 2013

Jesus will bring him back. John 5:28

Paul Fried

June 30, 2013

May your spirit live on forever in all of our hearts. We will carry on the message of the Four Immortal Chaplains so that future generations will not lose the beautiful message of brotherhood and selfless sacrifice. May G-d grant you eternal rest. You and My late wife Rosalie, daughter of Rabbi Goode be reunited in Heaven to carry on the message for all of the ages.
Paul Fried and family

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