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Richard Fox Obituary
JACKSONVILLE - Dr. Richard E. Fox, 54, of Jacksonville died Monday, April 28, 2008, at Passavant Area Hospital.
He is survived by his wife, Teresa; his mother, Ethel of Franklin Park; a daughter, Kim Weatherford (husband, Jeremy) of South Jacksonville; four sons, David of Jacksonville, Jonathan of Superior, Colo., and Daniel and Michael, both of Jacksonville; a grandson, Ian; and a brother, John Fox (wife, Connie) of Hoffman Estates. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul, and a brother, James.
Dr. Fox established a medical practice of general surgery in Jacksonville in 1984 and was a member and former president of the medical staff at Passavant Area Hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, May 1, 2008, at Westfair Baptist Church in Jacksonville with burial at Diamond Grove Cemetery in Jacksonville. Friends may call from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 30, 2008, at Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home on West State Street in Jacksonville.
Memorial gifts are suggested to Passavant Area Hospital or Westfair Baptist Church.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.buchanancody.com. Additional information regarding his battle with leukemia is available at www.scrubsandcubs.com.
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Tom Bell
April 30, 2008
I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the familiy of Dr. Fox. He was a very loved and adored by many. He helped my mother in 1989 and gave her comfort in her last days. I will never forget his kindness and compassion.
April 29, 2008
I worked with Dr. Fox for about 5 years in the late 80's and early 90's at Passavant. He always presented with a calm manner which helped put the patients at ease. He was a skilled surgeon who made life better for others. I am proud to say I worked with Dr. Fox. He will be missed greatly.
Robyn Fortin
April 26, 2008
I worked for Richard at the deli, He was a kind and wonderful man, he was a great boss. May your memories comfort you at this difficult time
Steve & Sue Kaplan
April 26, 2008
Dear Carol, Kristine, Lisa, Elaine and families: Both Sue and I feel deeply for your loss. You all have opened your hearts and home to us so many times and for so many years that we feel that we have lost a family member and dear friend in Rich. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Steve & Sue
April 25, 2008
Dear Elaine I am so sorry to see your brother died....I went to Duggan Jr High with you many yrs ago and I often wondered how you were...yours truly, Carol (Dexter )Marshall..now residing in okc Ok after 61 yrs in Massachusetts....again many regrets.
Chris Stefano
April 25, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Rich's family in his passing.. we were neighbors in business and spent a lot of time together (The Maine Lobster Pound) Chris Stefano
Joan and Ken Kaiser
April 25, 2008
Dear Carol and Family,
Sincerest condolences on your loss. We have many fond memories of being with Richard. You're in our thoughts at this difficult time.
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