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Jeffrey Elmer Fox 1948 ~ 2009 Jeffrey Elmer Fox, 61, of Vernal, UT passed away May 7th , 2009 at the Intermountain Medical Center in Salt Lake City, UT due to complications following a vehicle accident. Jeff was born February 8th, 1948 to Elmer and Pauline Fox in Salina, UT. Jeff served in the United States Marine Corps as a veteran of the Vietnam War. He was a loving, caring, and proud husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend. Jeff was happiest while outdoors with his family. He was a driver who loved the freedom of the open road. Jeff excelled in everything he tried. Jeff loved to talk to anyone who would listen - he always had a story to tell. He enjoyed every precious moment with his family, especially his grandchildren. Jeff was loved by many. He will be dearly missed. Jeff is survived by his wife of 25 years, Kaye; his mother Pauline; one brother: Greg; two sisters: Paulette (Tom) Harrison, Kaelynn (Brett) Gates; three children: Ryan Jeff (Melissa) Fox, Rory James (Trisha) Fox, Rhett John (Pam) Fox; four stepchildren: Kel Lee Rosen, Dee Christensen, Jan (Rex) Nelson, Preston Gene (Liz) Colston; and 12 grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at the LDS Maeser Stake Center in Vernal Utah. Veiwing will be from 10:00 - 10:50. Services will begin at 11:00. Graveside services will be held at the Price, Utah City Cemetery.

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Published by Deseret News on May 10, 2009.

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Dave & Rita Saldivar

May 21, 2009

To the Fox Family,
We just heard the news about Jeff and we are so sorry for your loss. We have so many wonderful memories of traveling through the Uintas with Jeff at the wheel searching for elk! Our condolences and prayers go out to you.

May 14, 2009

My heart goes out to Mama Kaye, Jeff's boys and stepchildren and all of their families. I only knew Jeff for a short time but loved his hugs and his smile. He was a good man with a great big heart and treated me just like family from the day we met.
All my love to everyone.
Lynn Songer
Sheridan, Wy.

Joey Cassity

May 12, 2009

My sincerest sympathy for your whole family for the loss.

Sherolyn (Morrill) Langston

May 12, 2009

To Jeff's Family & those who loved him ...

So sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He was a friend many years ago. May you reflect back to all the special memories, and may they bring you peace and comfort at this difficult time.

Heidi Needles

May 11, 2009

Ryan, Rory, and Rhett,
I am so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. We are thinking of you at this time and wish you all the best.
Jeremy & Heidi Needles

May 11, 2009

Rhett & Pam, our thoughts are with you and your family at this time of loss.
Spencer and Lisa Mingo.

May 11, 2009

Our thoughts and love are with all of you during this time of loss.
Floyd Nay & Family

Dan Johnson

May 11, 2009

Kay, Sorry to read about Jeff. Please tell Jan also. Let me know if there is anything I can do.
Sincerely, Dan R. Johnson

Ryan Cassity

May 11, 2009

You all hang in there,If there is anything we can do for you or your families,dont hesitate to call.
The Cassitys and the Bakers

Heather & Richie

May 11, 2009

My heart goes out to you Kaye and to Jeff's entire family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
May the many memories bring you comfort and family and friends carry you through this difficult time.

Rhett Fox

May 10, 2009

The family apologizes that we forgot to include the date of the services. The services will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2009 at the Maeser Stake Center in Vernal, UT. Viewing will be from 10:00 am to 10:50 am. Services will begin at 11:00 am.

Creo Simkins Rule

May 10, 2009

Pauline,
Was so sorry to hear of the passing of your son....
May your memories bring you comfort.
I was raised in Circleville Utah..
My father was Welden Simkins
Sincerely
Creo Simkins Rule

Wes Gordon

May 10, 2009

May the love of family and friends help you and comfort those in need... so sorry about your loss of a good man.

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