RAY H. FOX – age 81 of Lebanon passed away on Sunday, May 30, 2021 at his residence. He was preceded in death by father, Omer Fox; mother, Eula Fox Smith; stepfather, J.D. Smith; brothers, Kenneth Fox and Gilbert Fox; and sister, Chris Haney.
He is survived by wife of 62 years, Peggy Sue Byers Fox; children, Sandy Fox (Louis) Barbeau, David (Lynn) Fox, and Bo (Lisa) Fox; brother, Don (Joyce) Fox; grandchildren, Randall (Amber) Fox, Adam Fox (Tim Marsh), Rebecca (Devon) Taylor, Alex (Tabitha) Barbeau, Brian (Kati) Barbeau, Carlie, Casey, and Carson Fox; 11 great-grandchildren; and special friend, Rip Vanwinkle.
Mr. Fox was a founding member of Cracker Barrel and a manager for 17 years. He was also a Navy Veteran. He enjoyed lake life and fishing and teaching his grandchildren how to fish.
The family would like to express a special thank you to caregivers, Amber Fox and Wanda Williams and the staff at Adoration Hospice.
Celebration of Life services will be held on Thursday, June 17, 2021 at 6 p.m. in the Maple Hill Church of Christ with visitation from 3 p.m. until the service.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or the American Heart Association.
PARTLOW FUNERAL CHAPEL is in care of arrangements. 615-444-7007 www.partlowchapel.com
