Rick FOX

We both thank God that we were able to have Rick as a dear friend. We have been blessed by this man. We look forward to being with him again when Jesus comes. We will have even more great times. For now we will wait, and stay ready as he would want us to.

It has been a true honor and privilege to know Rick if only for a short while. God puts certain people into our lives for a reason. God put Rick into my life to give strength to my spirit and for that I will always be thankful. You are in our thoughts and prayers, The Govreau Family

Working with the Fox family for years at the Farmington Press allowed us to become good friends and happy coworkers. My heart goes out to your family during this time. You are all in my prayers. Jennifer Counts (Watson)

Judy and girls, I'm sorry to hear of Rick passing. He was a wonderful man.

we would like you to know we at deals will miss rick and are letting you know you are in our prays and we wish you the best in this time of need may GOD bless you and help you as time goes on he will be missed love paulette holt deals a dollar

My uncle Rick was a great uncle and I have no doubt an even better husband, dad, and grandfather. He will be missed by many. I can't wait till my boys are old enough to hear stories of him and the fun that we all had growing up. I hope that they also grow to appreciate the love the Fox family had for each other and shared with everyone. You are in our thoughts every minute. We love you very much! Angie, Shane, Kelton & Konnor

I miss him terribly already. Rick was a great friend and brother-in-law and alot of fun to be around. We had alot of laughs and did alot of shopping together! My heart hurts more everyday.

I miss you very much, my Brother. WE had such a short time getting to know one another. But I thank God for the time we were allowed. A Brother in Christ you are. I know that you would have told the world about the Love of Christ you have in your heart. So to you his friends who visit here. I know that Rich would want you to know about his Savior. I want to tell you about my Savior. Iwant to tell you about the Love He has for me. I want to tell you way He died, on that hill called Calvary. I want to tell you about the pain He suffered. I want to show you the scares He bares. I want to tell you the reason for them, and why for you He cares. Sleep now my brother, sleep until Jesus comes again. I'll miss you. To my Sister Judy thank you so much for you friendship and sisterly love. To Rachel and family, thank you for welcoming me into your lives. To Jessica and family. You remind me of my own daughter. Thank you for your light and life you give into my life. Tears block my vision. My heart hurts inside me. Jesus please come soon, and take the pain I feel away from me.

My heart goes out to you all at this time. I cannot express our sadness at Rick's passing. We love you. Dev & Rich

We sure share in your sorrow. What a shock to hear the news. We have missed you all so much and often think of the fun times we had and will cherish all the memories. Our prayers and love go out to you and wish we could be there to give you a big hug. We certainly are glad that Jesus has given us hope for the future when we will all be reunited again. Take care. We love you all.

Judy,My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know your days are gonna be so lonely. But always remember God is always with you.You and Rick have influenced so many lives. You had something very special. Rachel and Jessica, my prayers are with you also. I know losing a daddy is really tough. But, know that he is in heaven now and not suffering anyone. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayer, Helen

I will miss you, Rick. Thank you for being my sisters' husband. She could not have had a better man. You were more than a brother-in-law, you were truly our brother. Will never forget you, and will always love you.

To Little Miss McKenzie: Uncle Kyle and I wanted to let you know that we are thinking and praying for your sweet and innocent spirit during this very hard time in your young life. Your Papa Ricky Ray loves you very much and will look over you as you grow into a beautiful young woman. You have a wonderful family to help you grow and you'll have to be sure to give your mommy and Grandma Judy lots of extra hugs and kisses for a while. We love you very much and will always be here for you whenever you need us. Keep your chin up sweetie and God will take care of you. With true sincerity, Uncle Kyle and Penny ***May God be with you all through this time and we will never be able to tell you how much your support for both of us helped…so please remember that we are willing to return the favor anytime and that you are in our prayers daily.

Judy, Jessica & Rachel I wanted to send my deepest sympathies to you all .. Rick was a Great Man. I can remember the times when Judy & Rick would come to my parents (John & Rachel Hawkins) house and Doc would be in town and they would sit around the table and talk about old times when they were younger. It was great to hear there stories. I know I will be doing the same with my friends and with my children telling them about some of the greatest men I have known. And I appreciate everything you all did for my family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you all. Love, The Lauman Family Stephanie, Dale & Kyle

We would like to send out a sincere thank you to the ICU staff and respiratory, cardiology and radiology departments of Jefferson Memorial Hospital. We would also like to thank Dr. Mark Briette and Dr. Farris Jackson for taking great care of Rick. We appreciate all the prayers and support, as well great medical care.

To the Fox Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God Bless~ The Hubbard Family

It is so hard to know what to write. I wish so much I could be there in person. I am so sorry for your loss. I've been in Rachel and Jessica's shoes, I know how you are feeling. Please feel free to email me or call anytime. You and Ric were such a big part of my family's life for so long, and Elisha and I are very happy to have those memories. Please know our hearts and prayers are with all of you.

I would just like to say that I worked for Rick for a relaively short time. But in that sort period I got to know,love,respect and appreciate Rick Fox. In my book he was a man that would do ANYTHING for his family. He was also a fine example as a christian. The world has lost a true man of God. I just wish I would had gotten to know him a little bit longer. My deepest sympathies go out to his wife Judy and the rest of his family. Just remember that joy comes in the mourning,Judy and family. You will see him again real soon and so will I. I'm looking forward to seeing Ricky Ray Fox in Heaven! God Bless!

Judy, there are no words that can really comfort you at this time. You have been through a very rough season, and the healing will soon begin for you. Your grief for Ricky will never completely go away, but, as time passes it does help. I will keep you in my prayers and I know that your knowledge about the second coming is a comfort at this time. Jesus will put his arms around all of you and help you through this. You know Ricky is at rest now, waiting to meet with you again — soon. With deepest sympathy….. Ina

So sorry to hear about your lose. We will keep you in our prayers. We will never forget all the good times we had with you guys at Sunnydale and afterwards. Rach, we are glad you called and we will try to be better about keeping in touch. Love Jer and Susan

My dear friends, Judy, Rachel, Jessica and the rest of the family,boy, where do I begin? You all are my family and my heart hurts so badly. Rick Fox was the most unselfish person I have ever known. His love overflowed to everyone around. The thing I appreciated about Rick was that he always told those that he loved how he loved them. He always said if you love someone you should tell them often. We have known you all for about 20 years now.In those twenty years, we have many wonderful memories. I can never express my appreciation enough of the friendship that Rick had with Steve.He never gave up on him or judged him. I'll never forget when Rick, Ken stevens and Steve were caught singing STOP IN THE NAME OF LOVE!!!! in the doctors office while they were supposed to be cleaning! I will miss this man greatly, his smile, love, hugs, listening ear,support, prayers,everything about him. My prayer is that we all learn from Rick's life to love abundantly. Judy

Judy, It has been years since I have seen you and Rick, but I have thought of you often. I was deeply saddened to hear of Rick's passing and reading the guest book and all the love of friend's and family let's me know that he hasn't changed over the years. He was truly a man of God. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

I'm so sorry for your loss, and wish I could be there to help comfort and encourage you. Know that you are all in my prayers. I have fond memories of our times together. It is a blessing to know that Rick knew and loved Jesus, and was not afraid to "let his light shine" for God. All who knew Rick will miss him. Praise the Lord, we have a blessed hope that soon all tears will be wiped away. What a glorious reunion that will be! God Bless You and give you Peace.

I first met Rick around a decade ago. Needing a job to carry me through the summer, I was referred to the Press Leader by my mother. I nervously stumbled into his office for the interview, and he greeted me with a firm handshake and a grin that settled my uncertainty. Not more than five minutes later, I was employed as an assembler. As the time passed, I felt as if we weren't simply employees to him, but rather an extended circle of friends and family. The summer soon ended and with it my tenure at the Press Leader. Still, Rick would always make sure to stop me or my mother if he saw us, telling me to call if I ever needed a job, and that I shouldn't waste my mind. As mom said a few months back, I finally stopped dragging my feet and am in the middle of obtaining my BS in Computer Science. I wish I could've told you that in person and I wish that you could've had the chance to meet my son Connor. Unfortunately, I didn't even learn that you were ill until right before you were called home. Rest easy, Rick. You made one heck of a difference in this kid's life and I'll forever be grateful for having met you. My deepest sympathies go out to your loved ones; I can only imagine how powerful an influence you were on them.

DEAREST MCKENZIE, Our hearts hurt for you today. We know how much you love "papa Ricky Ray" and how much he loves you. We are praying for you today and everyday.We will miss your "papa" also. We love you. Papa Jerry and Grandma Teresa.

My dear cousin Rick was born ten years and one day befor me. He told me that when I was born, he felt like my birth was a birthday present to him. Rick was tall and handsome, his smile so easy,his heart and actions kind,to me, his little tag a-long cousin. He made a special cousin place in my heart,for him, not only through the fond memories of childhood visits, but through his efforts to communicate his love, and our shared prayers. In one letter Rick wrote "pray for me, and I will pray for you, that we can enjoy together and share and encourage as we live our life and share our lives not only here but in heaven, someday, where the we wont be separated by miles…", and in our last phone conversation he said "don't stop praying for me!" I have not, and I won't, Rick your family, my family, is going to be keep in prayer as you are now in Christ Mercy. WE LOVE YOU.

Rachel, so very sorry to hear about your DAD. There are no words. I know you guys are all hurting so much. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Doug and JO

Dear Rachel, Christina just informed me today about the loss of your father. I'm so sorry for you. It's been 9 years now since my dad passed away & although life goes on you never forget & they are always missed. You & your family will be in my prayers. Love, Karen

Words can't begin to express the heartfelt sorrow we feel for the family. Rick was a true friend to so many! We have been blessed with his friendship! Rick was such a good friend to our son, Aaron, they were kindred spirits in the truest sense. He was a mentor to our daughters, Adrian and Stephanie, they learned that you can be a true Christian at work, at play and at church! Thank you Judy, Rachel and Jessica, for sharing you husband and father with our family! We will have a wonderful "family" reunion in heaven after Jesus comes to take us home!

I wish I could say more than I'm so sorry for your loss. Rick was to young to be taken away. I just wanted to let you know that I haven't been touched so deeply by a patient and their family in all the years I have been doing this. The love and support that your family has is amazing. I watched the video and was inspired. I hope my family knows the same love and happiness as you all did someday. It is truely a tragedy that Rick is gone. I wish I could have gotten to know him better. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless You All

Mckenzie~ You are such a beautiful girl with an even more beautiful heart. Sometimes we don't understand why certain things happen; and now that this time has come you must trust in the Lord. Your papa "Ricky Ray" has taught you many wonderful thing and loved Jesus with all his heart. I hope that one day you too find that love of Jesus. Thank you for being a special part of my life.

Judy, I was shocked to see the paper. My prayers are with you and your family. I waited on Rick all the time when I was a teller at Belgrade Bank. He was a very kind and sweet man. He will be missed by all who knew him.

I miss you Rick. I am just so happy I could spend some time with you and your family a couple years ago when I was traveling the country. It meant a lot to me as did the times we spent together growing up Lyn

Judy, Rachel and family: I am truly sorry for your loss. I remember Rick well from the Sunnydale days and will pray for your family at this time of loss. Remember the hope that we have and it will not be long before the Lord comes and you can see Rick again. Tom Evans

Rick was my 7th brother. This breaks my heart, but breaks Judy's, Rachel & Jessica's more. Which breaks my heart again. Rick was the best. He is the best. Everything Rick lived for, we must still live for. I loved going to car shows with Rick. antique malls. Getting presents from Rick! He wanted us all to share in the love of Christ. Eternal life. If we could all stop and think about what Rick stood for, what he wanted for us, for each of us, I think all of our lives will be better. Please take time and love one another, smell the roses and Judy, Rachel and Jessica I love you all so much and we will get through this because something good is coming somewhere from this. All my love, my heart. Jackie

Judy and family, It was my privilege to take care of Rick and get to know your family. Please know how very much his life touched mine. It was easy to tell by how much you all cared what kind of man he was but I'm especially grateful for having gotten to talk with Rick before he was put on the vent . Rarely do I get to have discussions like that with my patients. After reading the guest book, its easy to see how many lives he touched and I'm sure that when he reached heaven, he heard those words we all want to hear "well done my good and faithful servant." I'll look forward to seeing him again some day. If I can do anything for you, please let me know. In Christ, Shalma

Judy, Rachel, and Jessica, Some of my first memories are of being at your house on Saturday nights. I remember lots of noise from the basement where Rick, Gary, Don, and my dad would be playing ping-pong until the wee hours of the morning. I'm sure somewhere in heaven there will be a giant ping-pong table and a very happy reunion. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Marla

Judy, God never intended that death be part of our experience, and so there are no words which can reconcile us to that event. Christ has overcome death for us, and so we look forward to that day of victory when He will make all things new again. Until then, mourning is inescapable, cheerless, and worthless, unless it moves us closer to the Great Comforter who alone can wrap us in real comfort. We pray for you and your family that such will be the case. We will never forget that you and Rick affected our lives for good. It is always and ever a blessing to have one's life touched by those of noble character, and you and Rick are among the noblest. Thank you for your many kind thoughts and deeds. Love, Michael & Donna

Dear Judy, Rachel, and Jessica, I am so very sorry to hear about Rick. I remember being dropped off at your house before sunrise to catch a ride to school. You would always feed me breakfast too! I can't forget the paper routs, Saturday night parties, school activities, & church socials. I will always remember Rick as a kind, Christian person. As a child I would admire your relationship together and hope that one day I would be as fortunate. We want you to know that we are thinking of you. We will see Rick again real soon in heaven! With much Christian Love, Craig & Tommie Sue Johnson