Norman Albert Fox
May 20, 1947 ~ January 9, 2012
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, January 13, 2012 at 6:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, with Fr. John Mattingley officiating. Interment will be private.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Friday, January 13, 2012 from 5:00-6:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Chapel, Leonardtown, MD.
Norman Albert “Country” Fox, 64, of Compton, MD, died on January 9, 2012 in Leonardtown, MD. Born on May 20, 1947 he was the son of the late Frank James and Alyce Ida Mundt Fox. He was the loving husband of Lucheria Amanda Fox whom he married on May 28, 1977 in Leonardtown, MD. Mr. Fox is survived by his sons; Michael James and Richard Allen Fox both of Mechanicsville, MD and 2 grandchildren. Norman graduated from Oxon Hill High School in 1965 and went to Indiana Institute of Technology in Ft. Wade, Indiana. Mr. Fox moved from Ft. Wade, Indiana to St. Mary’s County in 1972, and worked as a surveyor for Washington Sanitary Suburban Commission for 33 years retiring on December 31, 1999. Norman was a member of the Mechanicsville Moose Lodge, and enjoyed camping with his gang. The family will receive friends on Friday, January 13, 2012 in the Mattingley-Gardner Funeral Home Chapel from 5:00-6:00 PM with a Funeral Service to be held at 6:00 PM with Fr. John Mattingley officiating. Interment will be private. Contributions may be made in memory of Norman Albert “Country” Fox to the Leonardtown Vol. Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 299, Leonardtown, MD 20650. Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A, Leonardtown, MD.
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“Too soon. I will remember it all in your honor.”
“I am so very sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.”
“Aunt Butch, Michael, Richy, Lynn, Kristy, Tori and Jimmy, my heart breaks for everyone of you. Uncle Norman was such an amazing person and loved by every person that ever met him. I have so many wonderful memories of him throughout the years, camping, boating, tubing, hanging out at the house and pool or simply minding my own business walking through the store and then being sprayed by every perfume and cologne on the shelf and ducking flying objects being thrown at me over the racks by “my Uncle Norman”! He always found a way to bring a smile to everyones face. And while he was as goofy as can be, there was one thing he was very serious about….each one of you! He loved each of you with all of his heart! Keep his memory alive by the legacy he left behind. May you be surrounded with loving family and friends to get you through this most difficult time! Love you all!”
“Aunt Butch,Micheal,Richie……. I can’t imagine what you guys are going through. Im so sorry for your loss. Know that you can find comfort and start the healing process with your loving family. Shelly and I are always here and you guys need anything. PLEASE don’t hesitate to ask.”
“Norman will be missed. He was such a nice guy. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest in Peace.”
“My prayers are with you. May the Lord comfort you at this time.”
“So sorry to hear about Norman passing. We weren’t great friends in high school but as we have gotten older we have become a lot better friends. He will be sorely missed.”
“Sorry to hear about his passing. Prayers for healing to his family and friends.”
“I am sorry for your loss, its never easy.”
“My Prayers & Thoughts are with you Aunt Butch, Michael and Richy. Uncle Norman you will be missed.”
“Butch, Michael, & Richie, & the rest of the family, My heart goes out to you all. I know this is a difficult time for you all,& if there is anything that we can do for you please don’t hesitate to ask. I am just a phone call away. We love you all and Norman was loved by many & will be greatly missed. Carol & Roger Murphy”
“Uncle Norman you will be missed by so many! I know I will miss you dearly! RIP I love you!!”
“Butch, My heart goes out to you and the boys. You are in my prayers during this difficult time. With deepest sympathy.”
“Rest in Peace Classmate!”
“I will always remember growing up with you and you watching over me….Now you can watch over me from a different higher place with Aunt Alyce and Uncle Frank”
“Butch,Michael,Turtle and family, Bunky and I are so sorry for your loss. We know that Norman was the core of the family and will be terribly missed. If there is anything we can do please let us know. In the meantime you will all be in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Butch, you are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Butch our hearts go out to you and your family. Norman was a great guy with an amazing sense of humor. He will be missed by all. “
“”We are sorry to hear of Norman’s passing, Our thoughts,prayers and deepest condolences to all of his family members. Our hearts go out to you all. ” The Greathouse family “
“Norman will be missed by everyone he has ever come in contact with. He now is in heaven with daddy we have plenty of angels guiding us. Stay strong Butch you have two strong Guys to help you get through this. Love and Hugs..”
“Please accept our condolences on the passing of your loved one. Our prayers and thoughts are with you,”
“Butch and family, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Norman..My thoughts, heart and prayers are with you right now.”
“Butch I am so sorry to hear about Norman my prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.”
“Butch, Michael, Richie and family we are so sorry for your loss. Norman was a wonderful family man and a great friend and neighbor to the Gatton family. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. God Bless!”
“I am deeply saddened. Norman was one of the first guys I met when I moved to Temple Hills in 1962. He came right up to introduce himself when I was really feeling a bit isolated in a new school. He was a true gentleman who never had a bad word for anyone – always positive and upbeat. We talked a bit last year at the reunion and I remembered then how much I really liked him. My sincere condolences to his family. May he rest in peace.”
“Butch, Michael, Richie and family, we are so sorry to hear about Norman’s passing. Your family has been such a wonderful neighbor and friend to us and to our parents (Gattons). If there is anything we can do please let us know. Norman was a wonderful man, husband and father. God Bless!”
“I am sorry to hear about Norman. I have fond memories of him at Oxon Hill High. You are all in my prayers. I know you have some really good memories, I was blessed with his friendship for only a short time in his life, you’ve had a lifetime. God bless. “
“Aunt Butch, Mike, Ritchie and Family, it breaks my heart to hear about Uncle Normans passing, may he RIP. My prayers are with you all. Love you guys!”
“So sorry for your loss. Praying for you all. Richard & Amy Harrell”
“I AM SORRY TO HEAR OF MR.FOX PASSING. YOU ALL ARE IN OUR PRAYERS.”
“We are so sorry to hear of Norman’s passing. He always had a friendly smile and was a great neighbor. Your family is in our thoughts and our prayers.”
“Mike & Lynn, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take Care!”
“To the entire Fox Family – so sorry to hear of your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.”
“Butch and family, We are so sorry to hear of Norman’s passing. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers. With deep condolences to all the family.”
“So sorry to hear of Norman’s passing…our deepest condolences to the family…you are all in our thoughts and prayers.”
“To Butch, Mike, Lynn, Ritchie and the Fox family and friends…it is with a very heavy heart we express our deepest sorrow for your loss. No words can express how much Norman will be missed by his family and friends. He was one of the kindest men I have ever met. He loved to joke… he would always turn our water off when we went camping with his group…he could always make you laugh! If we can help in any way, please don’t hesitate to call on us. “
“Butch and Family – We are sorry to hear of your loss. Norman was a great guy! He will be missed by all. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.”
“I am very sorry for your loss. A wonderful man always full of energy and smiles and of course, practical jokes. May God give you the strength to get through this difficult time. “
“You are in our prayers, Norman was an angel always helping out with Grandma and Grandpa Gatton. “
“Dear Fox Family, We are truly sadden by the passing of Norman. He was a funny, kind and gentle man. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. He was unforgettable!”
“See you on the other side my friend. Thanks for the great friendship in High School and the occassional meetings in later life at reunions etc. You were a class act.”
“I was sorry and shocked to hear of Norm’s passing. He always had a smile and always said hello to me,no matter where i saw him. Butch you are in my thoughts and prayers. I know he will be missed by all. “
“Butch and family so sorry to hear this news.Norman was such a kind soul.I will miss seeing him at bus inspection.”
“Aunt Butch, Mike, Ritchie and Family, There is not another person out here like Uncle Norman. He was the kindest person I have ever met! You all are in our thoughts and prayers, and know if you need anything, we will be there. Hold your memories close.”
“I’m sorry to hear about Norman’s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to Butch, Mike,Lynn,Richie,Kristy,Tori and Jimmy.”
“I am so so sorry to hear about your loss. Norman will be missed by many. I will never forget all the times he help do the pits for Horseshoes and his amazing personality. My Thought and Prayers are with you and your family through this difficult time.”
“Butch and family, especially the Lacey”s. We are so sorry Norman has been taken away from you so soon. Our hope is that all of the people who care can help alleviate some of the pain from your loss. Our fondest memories of him are from the 70″s. Know that we care and pray for the family to have strength to endure the days ahead. With much sympathy, George & Dreama”
“Norman always made us laugh. I’m glad we had the privilege of knowing him. You will be greatly missed. We will keep the family in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Butch and family, My thougts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will miss seeing and talking to Norman when I am doing yardwork or passing by the house. Please let Russ and I know if there is anything you need. “
“Rest in peace my friend. “
“Butch and family — Norman (always Foxy to me) and I lived about a block from one another in Temple Terrace and hung out together all through high school. He was the most loyal friend I ever had. He always made me smile. Take solace in the fact that he has gone to a better place. God bless you all as you deal with his loss.”
“Norman was a good guy, he will be missed. We can’t blame him ,next time we are camping for turning the water off. We will keep the family in our prayers.”
“I am so very sorry to learn of Norman’s passing. I was the short Fox and he was the tall Fox at OHHS. He was always such a nice and polite fellow. A quiet, calm gentleman. He will be missed and remembered forever. Condolences to his family and friends. “
“We will all miss Norman.God be with his family at this time.”
“You are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“So sorry to hear of Norman,s passing. We are in a state of shock. He will be remembered forever in our hearts and prayers. He was like a part of our family, always there to help us out and his smile and loving ways will never be forgotten. Butch,Michael and Richey we will be there for you It was an honor to know him.”
“Sorry to hear of Norman”s passing. “
“My sincerest condolences to Butch and family. I am going to miss his smiling face and friendly ways. His emails always made me smile. Rest in peace friend, you will be missed. “
“I’m sorry to hear the news about Norman.We will have your family in our thoughts and prayers.Let us know if there is anything we can do.”
“God Bless Norman and his family. He will be missed.”
“Mike, Lynn, Butch and Family, we were saddened to hear of Norman’s passing. The few times we spoke with him he was a true gentleman. We stopped by thier house and he welcomed us as strangers, as if we had known each other for years. Truly a very good man taken way to soon. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“To all of Mr. Fox’s family and friends, I am so sorry for your loss! I was so surprised when I heard the news. I will forever remember his kind eyes and amazing smile! He will be forever in my heart! May GOD give you the strength to get through the hard days. As long as he is in our hearts, he will always be with us! Please let me know if you need anything! With all my love, Louise”
“To the Fox family: We are so sorry for your loss. We lived in the Shores for 35 years. We would go for walks in the evening. Not a time went by when we would pass your home that you all would say hello to us. He will be in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.”
“As I knew him in life my grand pa Fox was always strong willed and thoughtfull, never ceasing to work hard even when he got older. As I did know him to be as lively and spirited with his never ending carismatic nature and jokes. He always made me happy when I was around him and I know he thought often of me and my brother. He was and has been such a character in my life that will last forever in my heart. I know he has passed but he will live on in me and in thoes who have had the gift to have met such a hard working and loving person. I will always love you Grandpa Fox……Tootles “
“”To Butch, Mike, and Ritchie The Fox family. Norman was a amazing friend. He always talked to you like a true friend when we used to talk all the time on the cb raido. He will be missed by us. We was glad to be a friend of his.”
“Butch, Michael, Richie – Norman was more than just a wonderful man – he was my wonderful brother-in-law. I love him and he will always be in my heart. I am here for all of you, please know that anything you need or if you just want an ear, I’m here. I love you all.”
“My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I’m just so glad I got to see Norman again at our last High School Reunion. He will surely be missed!”
“Butch and family – so very sorry to hear of your loss. I will always remember Norman as part of the #1 Pit Crew. Please know you are in my thoughts.”
“Butch I’m So sorry for your loss But The Lord Has taken Another flower from his garden on earth for his boquet in Heaven God Bless You And Your Family”
“Me and Larry are very sorry to hear about the lost of Norman. He will always hold a special place in our hearts. He is up in heaven with Mom Morgan. Love you and god bless you and your family.”
“JUST ANOTHER GREAT EXAMPLE OF “ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG” – YOU MAY NOT HAVE BEEN YOUNG MY GOOD FRIEND, BUT YOU SURE WERE GOOD – ALWAYS UPBEAT, ALWAYS A GOOD WORD TO ALL – YOU ARE WHAT THE OHHS CLASS OF 1965 IS ALL ABOUT – NO MATTER HOW LONG THE TIME BETWEEN MEETINGS, WE ALL ACT AS IF IT WAS ONLY YESTERDAY WE LAST SAW EACH OTHER – WE’LL ALL MISS YOU VERY MUCH – YOU AND MIKE, CLARK, SHERMAN & THE REST OF THE GUYS SAVE A PLACE FOR ME – WE ALL STILL HAVE ALOT TO TALK ABOUT – YOUR FRIEND @ ALL TIMES, DSK OHHS CLASS OF 1965. “
“Lynn, Mike and the entire Fox family. So very sorry for your sudden loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.”
“Butch and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Norman’s passing. Although, I haven’t pitched horseshoes in years, I fondly remember the fun times at Backroad Inn with you guys. Sending you a big hug!”
“Butch and family, I am saddened to hear of the passing of Norman..My thoughts, heart and prayers are with you – God Bless””
“Butch, we will always remember his witty remarks, smile and love for everyone he met. Remember the more you are blessed, the more it hurts when you lose that blessing. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“We are very sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Norman was a very special person to many. He brightened the world, just by being in it and his memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him. May he rest in peace. Love, “The Hamby’s” Janice (Sams), Paul and Paul, Jr.”
“We share in the shock of Norman’s passing. When people we love are hurting we hurt for you. We can only express love and compassion to you all in your grief. We will miss him and pray for you to have the strength to heal. We love you all. “
“Butch, Michael, Richie and Family I’m so sorry to hear about Normans’s passing. He will be greatly missed. Just know how much he was loved by many. He was the kindest man that I’ve known, always willing to give you a hug a smile or just lend his ear to listen. Remember all the good times and know that he loved you all very much. Please feel free to call if you need anything.”
“Butch, I am so sorry for your loss. Norman was a great man and know matter what he made you smile. I will miss him fixing the pits before we started horseshoes. Hold all the special moments in your heart. We all know he will be watching over you and the family from above.”
“Butch and Family I am so sorry to hear about Norm’s passing. He was a good man always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say. He will surely be missed. Thought and prayers go out to you and your family Butch.”
“My prayers and deepest condolences are with you and the boy’s, if you need anything just give me a call.”
“sorry to hear of Norman passing, Richie you and you family are in our prayers, I pray for you and yours. Love and prayers Michael Kane and Debra Kane”
“Mike, Lynn and Family, Our condolences of your recent loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please do not hesitate to call if you need anything. Love, Eddie and Barbara Copsey”
“To the Fox Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“To Butch and Family… I am so sorry for your loss and Norman will be in my prayers as will you and the family. Always remember the good times. God Bless.”
“Butch and family, Sorry for your loss. Keep all the great memories close to your heart! My thoughts are with you all at this sad time.”
“Mike and Lynn, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Aunt Butch, Michael, Richie – I’m sorry is not enough for what you are going through. Uncle Norman will always be in my heart. I will never forget playing in the mud puddles with him. I love all of you!”
“Sorry I couldn’t make it ; I tried so hard to make it ! Uncle Norman will be missed dearly & I wish I had spent more time with the family ! Aunt Butch & Richie, keep your heads up ; I love you! “
“I’m shocked, saddened, and still numb from the news of Norman’s passing. Thrugh Norman and I were separated by hundreds of miles and were probably in each others physical presence less than a dozen times, we had a special bond. I considered Norman my closest cousin, and within the last ten years, my closest living relative! I could always count on a dreaded early morning phone call from him that would remind me that I was another year older, two days before Norman’s birthday. Now I will certainly miss it! My procrastination has now caused heartache: Heard a hurricane was headed toward Maryland, I was going to call…Didn’t get a Christmas card off, I was going to call…2012 arrived, I was going to call…I’ve learned an important lesson, and will forever miss Norman’s Southern drawl! Though I was unable to attend Friday’s memorial service, I toasted the memory of my beloved, crazy cousin Norman. Butch, I can only imagine how devasted you must feel. I knew Norman as a loving, gentle soul. He always spoke adoringly of you. May you find comfort in reading these condolences. My prayers are with you and the entire Fox family. Love always and forever… Cous”
“Butch, I am sorry to hear about Norman. I was always glad to see him with you in the shop. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“are prayers go out to the family norman was such a kind person he will be missed”
“Mike, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace at this most difficult time. All our love… Barbara, Andy, Alexandra, and Chase”
“Butch, Mike and Richie, I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.”
“My sincere sympathy to Norman’s family and closest friends. Norman was an all-around nice guy. He was wonderful OHHS Class of ’65 classmate. He was kind and friendly with great sense of humor. He was a gentleman through and through. He will truly be missed. God Bless you, Norman. I look forward to next reunion where we are both present!”
“Thank you all for remembering my dad. Every one with loved ones still in your life give them a big hug a big kiss and tell them you love them you never know when you may get another chance. I love u dad”
“It’s hard to believe that you were just here months before in our Rita’s loving the new cantaloupe and telling Roger and I how awesome it was…you were such a joy to know and I am so glad that Roger, Ann, and Sherri brought you and Butch into my life…Rest in peace my friend, you will be greatly missed…until we meet again. “
“We miss you more and more each day! You left us with such vibrant memories. I close my eyes and your there. Love, Daughter in law Your daughter in law “