John Wayne Fox

John Wayne Fox obituary

John Wayne Fox

John Fox Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Crawford / Ray Funeral Home on Jan. 12, 2026.
John Wayne Fox, 62, passed away on Friday, January 9, 2026. He was born on October 8, 1963, to the late Leonard Fox and the late Geneva King Fox.

John was a devoted father and a loyal brother. He had a deep love for football, westerns, and NASCAR, and those who knew him best will remember how much joy those passions brought him. Whether it was watching a game or a race, those moments were often when he felt most at peace, and they became part of the memories his family will always carry with them.

In addition to his parents, John was preceded in death by his brother, William Fox.

He is survived by his children, Marissa Fox and James Fox, and his sisters, Theresa Cooper and Elizabeth McDonald, along with many nieces and nephews.

John's life, though marked by both struggles and strength, left an impact on those who loved him. He will be remembered not only for the things he enjoyed, but for the place he holds in the hearts of his children and family. His presence will be deeply missed, and his memory will live on through those he leaves behind.

Crawford / Ray Funeral Home and Cremation Service is deeply honored to be caring for the Fox family.

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