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John Fox Obituary
A Blackstone resident for many years, he leaves his loving wife, Gloria (Tancrede) Fox. He was born in Boston, MA, a son of the late James & Lillian (Hart) Fox.
Educated in Boston, John was a U.S. Navy Veteran of WWII, a former Metropolitan Commission police officer and a retired inspector at the Massachusetts Alcohol and Beverage Commission.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his brothers, Frederick of Hanover, MA, Gerald of Norwood, MA and Cape Coral, FL and Edward Fox of Blackstone, MA. He is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his brothers, James and Francis Fox.
His funeral will be held, Monday, at 9 AM from the Egidio DiPardo & Sons Funeral Home, 75 Harris Ave., Woonsocket with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10 AM in St. Paul's Church in Blackstone. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Calling hours will be held Sunday, from 4-7pm. Those who so desire, may make donations in memory of John, to the MSPCA (Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) at MSPCA- Angell Headquarters, 350 South Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA 02130 or at www.mspca.org
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gerry fox
March 26, 2018
We have said goodbye to Jackie today but the cherished memories live within us. For so many of us Jackie and Blackstone was our happy place. We are forever changed for the better for having him in our lives. I am so blessed and grateful to have had such a wonderful Uncle. Be at peace with Grandma, Grandpa, Jimmy and Buddy. Until we meet again. Love you forever.
Your loving Niece, Gerry
Gerry FOX
March 26, 2018
We have said goodbye to Jackie today but the cherished memories live within us. For so many of us Jackie and Blackstone was our happy place. We are forever changed for the better for having him in our lives. I am so blessed and grateful to have had such a wonderful Uncle. Be at peace with Grandma, Grandpa, Jimmy and Buddy. Until we meet again. Love you forever.
Your loving Niece, Gerry
Paul Voelker
March 25, 2018
I have not known a finer man in my lifetime and I do not expect that to change. Farewell and following seas shipmate.
March 25, 2018
Jackie Bob Fox.. a rare gift...one of the good guys!
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Louise and Richard Worrall
March 24, 2018
Keeping you and Gloria in our thoughts and prayers.
March 23, 2018
RIP cousin Jackie Bob. Thoughts and prayers Gloria and the Fox Family. Love Karen Livingston Overton
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