Roy Fox Obituary
Roy W. Fox, 53, passed away unexpectedly February 3, 2025. He was a loving son, brother and father who's animated ability to tell a story and witty sense of humor have left all who knew him with enough memories to last a lifetime. Although we will miss him dearly, we have comfort knowing that he is joined with loved ones and enjoying himself once again.
Roy was preceded in death by his father, Dennis K. Fox; family friend, Kenneth Lee Matthews. He will be greatly missed by his children, Dennis Fox, Brianna Brewer, Brittney Collins; grandchildren, Dakota, Mila, Summer, Lakelyn; mother, Mikie Fox; sisters, Kelle Fox, Shannon (Bobby) Donahue; nieces and nephews, Logan, Alex, Kylie, Savannah, Jada, Evan, Caden.
Family and friends are invited to visit Monday, February 17, 2025 from 12 noon to 2 p.m. at Newcomer, Akron Chapel, 131 N. Canton Rd. The celebration of life service will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home.
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