Bob Fox, 66

Bob Fox, age 66, of Hastings, died Feb. 8, 2010, at his home. Bob’s love for his family and strong spirit gave him the will to fight colon cancer for 18 months before losing his battle and has now gained eternal life. He leaves us with unforgettable memories that will live on in our hearts and unconditional love to sustain us as we carry on his legacy.

Bob was born Feb. 23, 1943, in Kansas City, Mo., to Robert and Audrey (Matter) Fox. He married Evelyn Gaddis on Jan. 24, 1962, in Miami, Okla. He was a postal worker for many years prior to his retirement.

Bob loved fishing, building and flying RC airplanes, cribbage and many other card games; now may he have been dealt a royal flush.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Audrey Fox, and parents-in-law, Cecil and Pearl Gaddis.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Evelyn; sons, Jerry and Mark (Patty); three granddaughters he adored, Christina, Andrea, and Nicole; also four great-grandchildren that loved Papa so very much; brothers, Jim (Gwen) and Roger; sister-in-law, Ruth (Herschel) Williams, and brother-in-law, Jack (Dixie) Gaddis; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews, nieces, and many dear friends.

The memorial service, officiated by Fr. Stephen O’Gara and Rennie Fraizer, will be held 10:30 a.m. Friday, Feb. 12, at Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home, 201 E. Seventh St., Hastings, with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Private inurnment will be at Ft. Snelling National Cemetery.

Arrangements were handled by the Caturia-Smidt Funeral Home, Hastings, 651-437-9419, www.caturia-smidtfh.com.