Ellis Ervin Fox
February 28, 1934 ~ March 31, 2015
Resided in:
Candler, NC
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Ellis Ervin Fox, 81, of Candler, died Tuesday, March 31, 2015, at Mission Hospital.
A native of Jackson Co., he was a son of the late Grover and Hattie W. Fox. He was also preceded in death by his first wife of 43 years, Alice B. Fox, and by 5 brothers.
Mr. Fox was a member of Starnes Cove Baptist Church for 58 years, where he served as a Deacon. He retired from WLOS after 44 years. He was an avid bowler and instructor for many years at Sky Lanes.
Mr. Fox is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Merle S. Fox; children, Marlene Fox, Revina Fox, Keith Fox and wife Linda, Lena Fox Laughter and husband Joe, and Shannon Fox and wife Heather; step-children Heather Phillips, and Wesley Phillips and wife Rose; 15 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, and 1 sister.
Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday at Starnes Cove Baptist Church, with the Rev. Charlie Sams officiating. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Friday at the church, prior to the service.
Memorials may be made to Starnes Cove Baptist Church, 149 Starnes Cove Rd., Asheville, NC 28806.
Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. is assisting the family.
Merle,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Our thoughts and prayers for all of your family.
Robbie Dempsey & Ruthie
Many fond memories… my Dad and Uncle Ellis always seemed very similar in values and we always had great fun when we visited together.
Merle, Shannon and family: Was sorry to learn of Ellis’s passing. We know you have many fond memories to cherish and we pray that God will give you strength to face the days ahead without your loved one. You will see him again in Heaven.
Merle,
My heart goes out to you at this time. I’ve heard it said that one only grieves much because one has loved much. So I know that your grief will be great…Ellis was so fortunate to have found you….as well as you finding him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Colleen
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill and Yvonne Benson
SO very sorry for your loss. I remember him so fondly along with your mama. Love you!
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Ellis for several years at the television station. he was a good friend all the time we knew each other. My condolences.
Merle,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love
Kim
Merle, Shannon, and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Ellis’ passing. I have so many memories of him at Starnes Cove. We are praying for you all.
Love,
Deb and Randy Davis
Keith & Linda,
Our prayers and condolences are with you and your family. I am honored to have met your Dad and know his was a life well lived.
Merle, and family,
We are sorry to hear about Ellis. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Keith, I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to you and your entire family