Mel was employed for 42 years at the Mount Vernon Hospital where he served in several capacities before in several capacities before retiring as Director of communications in 2001. Know for his compassion for others, he was often the first to greet and extend a helping hand to patients and visitors, and his patrols through the halls of the Mount Vernon hospital were legendary.
He was a loyal and honest man committed to serving where there was need. Family, friends, colleagues and neighbors held him regard. At an early age Melvin joined Union Baptist Church in Eastville, Virginia and maintained his membership there while being a staunch supporter of Macedonia Church in Mount Vernon New York.
He was an active member of Northampton County Alumni Association and the South Second Avenue Neighborhood Association. Other organizations that benefited from his community spirit are the Mount Vernon Boys and Girls Club of American and The Key Women, Mount Vernon Branch.Melvin was a man of many talents and interest. He was consummate Handy man .Willing to share his knowledge of how things worked. With those who assisted him and sought help. He enjoyed using his collection of antique and modern tolls to make things work or look better. He relished his collection of Pennsylvania Rail Road memorabilia.His music collection was enviable and he readily acknowledged that a favorite pastime was “Looking at the radio” He was an avid sports fan with long- lasting loyalty to the teams he supported. Such as the Boston Celtics and the old Baltimore Colts.No work or family function was complete without Mel’s planning. He woul issue orders and assignments for an upcoming event and everyone fell in line to do his bidding He never ceased to be concerned for the well being of his loved ones by offering advise assistance and encouragement. We can only begin to count the many ways he will be missed by relatives and friends.He leaves a legacy of beautiful memories to his devoted and loving wife of over 40 years, Joyce Jones Fox. He was a loving father who will be cherished by their son, Scott E. Fox and daughter in law, Sheryll Brownlee- Fox. Melvin also leaves to cherish his memory, his mother: Constance P. Fox, sisters: Constance (Stanley) Lovett, and Andrea Fox brothers: Stephen K. Fox and Lloyd B. (Grace) Fox; brothers – and sisters –in-law: George T. (Wynnye) Jones, Vera Glover, Jelena Coleman, John “Jack” Coleman and Armstead Bullock, Sr. one uncle: Severn R. Press, aunts: Lorane Gladys, Barbara, Dorothy, and Rhinnie Press, and Willlie B Fox; nieces, nephews and other loving relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by a brother, Cavanaugh E. Fox and his father Cavanaugh C. Fox.
Throughout the painful time of grief, a light is always there; it emanates from friends like you, reflecting that you care. Through gentle words of comfort, a kind and loving deed; A cheerful floral tribute, a sentiment to read A whispered meditation to him whose love we share. With grateful hearts we thanks you for adding a spark to the ray that brightened the hallowed and pensive times. That only a tear drop away. And when the days grow brighter and time has eased the pain. Our deepest appreciations for you ever will yet remain.
The Family
For
Melvin E. Fox
April 25, 1940 – June14, 2003
Union Baptist Church Cemetery
Eastville, Virginia