Shawanda S. Fox, 47, a beloved daughter and mother, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Calhoun City, Mississippi. Born on July 2, 1978, in Grenada, Grenada County, Mississippi, she illuminated the lives of those around her with her warmth and vibrant spirit.
Shawanda is survived by her loving parents, Dike Fox and Daisy L. Ezell-Fox; her devoted sons, Antonio Isaiah Bobo and Joshua Bobo; and her cherished brothers, Dwight Pittman and Anthony Fox. Each of these family members held a special place in her heart, and her memory will live on through the love they shared.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Shawanda's life at Midway Missionary Baptist Church, located at 47 County Road 454, Vardaman, Mississippi. Visitation will take place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by a Celebration of Life service beginning at 12:00 PM.
Shawanda's legacy will be remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her kindness, love for family, and unwavering spirit will continue to inspire those she left behind.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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