Fred John Fox

Fred John Fox, age 75, passed away on May 19, 2025. He was born on July 19, 1949, in Panama City, Panama, to George and Rhonda Fox. Fred was raised in the Canal Zone and graduated from Balboa High School in 1967. Fred completed his Apprenticeship in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. He worked for the Panama Canal Company before starting his career with the Federal Aviation Administration. He worked for the FAA in the Canal Zone before transferring to Austin in 1979, and then finishing his career in Corpus Christi. He retired after more than 35 years.
Fred was a devoted Father, Beach PawPaw, Son, Brother, Cousin, and Friend. He found joy in life's simple pleasures-spending time at the beach, watching the Houston Astros and Texas Tech Baseball, and most of all, being with his family. His daughters meant the world to him, and his grandkids made him so proud. He also loved the new role of great-grandfather.
Fred is preceded in death by his parents, George and Rhonda Fox; his brother, George J. Fox; his nephew, George M. Fox; and his great-niece Gabrielle Hunter.
He is survived by his beloved daughters, Jennifer Lopez and husband Chris; Lorraine Hammett and husband Billy; his grandchildren, Dustin Fox and wife Jordan, Riley Hammett, Tracer Lopez, and Laney Hammett; and his great-grandchildren, July Fox and Jaxon Fox. He is also survived by his nephews and niece- Darren Fox, Brian Fox, and Kristine Hunter-along with several great-nephews. Fred also leaves behind his longtime partner and companion, Kathie Evans, and his very best four-legged buddy, Rottie, who rarely ever left his side.
A celebration of Fred's life will be held on June 7, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. at the Country Worship Cowboy Church located at 1658 FM 935, Lott, TX 76656.