Date Of Birth: February 28, 1933
Date Of Death: September 26, 2008
SHIRLEY MAE (JONES) FOX, of Carmel, Indiana passed from her life on Earth to her next life on September 26, 2008. She was born to Katherine & Lawrence Jones, one of ten children, in Logansport, Indiana on Feb 28, 1933. Her family owned and operated a famous Dentzel Carousel in Spencer Park in Logansport for several years, so Shirley was very well known. The carousel still provides many hours of fun for Logansport citizens to this day. She graduated from Logansport High School in 1951 and soon after was employed by General Telephone Co. In 1954 she was married to Larry W. Fox in her home church, Market Street Methodist Church. They honeymooned in New York City and then embarked on an exciting 55-year marriage before her passing. She was an adoring mother to her four children. Shirley is survived by her husband, Larry; children, David Fox (wife Patricia), Bradley Fox, Diana Young, and Mark Fox; grandchildren, Krishna Jones, Lauren Fox, Tyler Fox, Zachary Young, and great grandson Christipher Jones. Shirley is also survived by seven brothers & sisters.Shirley was a talented home decorator and loved all beautiful things, faithfully planting flowers every spring. She was a member of St. Luke’s United Methodist Church. A memorial service and luncheon will be held at 11:30 am on October 10, 2008 All family and friends, old and new, are invited to St. Luke’s. Memorial contributions may be made to the Church.
Jane Wilson says
I did not know you as well as Ken did, but I am sure he would want to send his sympathy, as I do. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jane
Sue Jones says
I was a friend of Shirley’s sister (Clara) and spent much time in the Jones home while school chums. My sincere sympathy is sent to all of Shirley’s family and the Jones family.
Ginny Scheffler says
I am so sorry for your loss. I never had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Fox but have heard many loving stories about her. She sounded like a remarkable loving lady! Thinking of your family during this painful time.
Chuck Diana Hook says
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Shirley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Gib Alice Rothermel says
Larry and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this tough time. May God Hold you in the Palm of His Hand. Our deepest sympathy,
Love, Gib (Class of 51) and Alice Rothermel
Jim Carolyn Beeler says
Shirley will be missed. We will be contacting Larry soon to see if we can help in any way. God bless.
Suzanne Feight says
We have lots of good neighborhood memories growing up in Orchard Park with the Fox family. We are very sorry for your loss.
Suzanne (Parker) Feight and
Tammy (Parker) McGrath
rtn says
I just cannot imagine a world without Mrs. Fox in it. She has always been a constant for me, and she sure added more good times than I can count to both my and my children’s lives.
Helen says
Hello,
Although I did not know your loved one, Shirley Fox, I wanted you to know how much her obituary touched my heart. I am currently enrolled in an IUPUI course – the Sociology of Death & Dying, and one of our assignments is to write our own obituary. When I read Shirley’s obituary this morning, I was very touched. Not only did it tell the facts, but more importantly, it gave me a glimpse into a life well lived. I just wanted you to know that even though I don’t know your family, you have my deepest sympathy. Shirley must have been an amazing woman.
Sincerely,
Helen B.
Brad Young says
Larry, Brad, Nark, Dave and DeDe,
Sorry for the loss of Shirley. You guys have been in my daily prayers and will continue. Please contact me if you need anything. Your friend “Doc”
Dorothy Dave says
What wonderful memories of all the good times and bad we have shared for 60 years. We will miss you sorely.
Patt Kerns says
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Fox. You get a sense of her by the wonderful family she leaves behind. Dave and Patty, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chris Breach says
Dave and Patty
I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there’s anything I can do, let me know.
Chris Breach
PAM CHAPPELL says
UNCLE LARRY & COUSINS
I WILL MISS AUNT SHIRLEY SHE WAS A SPECIAL LADY. I THOUGHT OF HER AS A MOTHER IN MANY WAYS,SHE ALWAYS MADE ME FEEL GOOD. I LOVE HER AND WILL ALWAYS KEEP HER IN MY HEART.LOVE PAMIE
Sallie Lou Morris Nelson says
May God comfort you as you continue your life journey without your loved one.
Sallie Lou Morris Nelson
Class of 1951
Lauren Fox says
She was one of my best friends and I miss her so much! We could chat for hours and her kindness is difficult to replicate. Love, Laughter, Fun, Cards and Swimming pools is how I will remember her.