Anita T. Fox, 92, peacefully passed away at Miller’s Merry Manor in Plymouth on March 23, 2023, after a short illness.
She was born in LaPorte, Indiana on November 12, 1930, to August and Mary Elizabeth (Brachman) Glose. She attended Ancilla Grade School and then Ancilla High School.
Anita was united in holy matrimony to Clement C. Fox on May 3, 1950, at St. Michael Catholic Church in Plymouth. He always teased that he married the boss’ daughter because he worked for her father August Glose on the Ancilla farm. They would share 60 years together.
She was a loving mother to their four children. Anita attended all their school events near and far. She always had the cookie jar well stocked with homemade cookies. She and Clem had a large garden and she canned and froze much of the produce every year.
Anita was a member of St. Michael Catholic Church, where she was a part of the Monday morning cleaning ladies’ group. She enjoyed yardwork and worked with Clem for many years taking care of the grounds at St. Michael Church and School.
Anita is survived by her children: Charles (Teresa) Fox of Plymouth, Lorraine (Mark) Brattoli of Ft. Wayne, August (Patti) Fox of Inverness, FL and Sr. M. Rosaria Fox of Palos Park. IL; 2 grandsons, Brendan (Lauren) and Declan (Jen Klein); and great-grandson, Luke. Also surviving are siblings: Mary Boener, Siegfried Glose, Aloys Glose and Vincent Glose as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband Clem and her parents.
Visitation will be held on Monday, March 27, 2023, from 4-8 p.m. at Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth. A Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at 11 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church 613 N. Center Street, Plymouth with Fr. Fernando Jimenez officiating.
Burial will follow in St. Michael Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial contributions can be made to St. Michael Catholic Church, 612 N. Walnut Street, Plymouth, IN 46563.
Ken Fox says
To the Fox family.
My condolences to all of you.
Your mom was the best in so many ways and always kind and considerate.
She will definitely be missed by all who knew her!
BILL AND MARILYN FORTIN says
So sorry for your loss. Your mom was one in a million. I sure liked her and enjoyed all the time spent with her and learning from her. She worked so hard and really seemed to enjoy it. She was a wonderful lady. She will be missed.
Chris Felke says
May she rest in Gods hands. She was a loyal Catholic and mother. Praying for the family. Her hours of work at the parish are inspiring.
Kathy says
Sincerest condolences To the Fox Family. Mrs. Fox was a strong, independent Woman, with a heart of Gold. Loved her strength and strong Faith.
The Eaton Family says
We are thinking of your family and have everyone in our thoughts and prayers. Anita brought beauty in the love of her family, her many gardens through the years, and her work at the church.
Reine Fisher says
Families of Charlie, Lorraine, August, and Sr. Rosaria: I will always remember the fun we had as kids coming to visit! Your round barn, and the delicious meals aunt Anita would make! I loved your parents very much! I will be thinking of you all during this time of loss. I’m sorry I won’t be able to attend the services, but I will be there with you in my thoughts and prayers. Reine and Ed Fisher
Mike & Janet Faulstich says
Our sympathy to all the family for the loss of your dear Mother, Anita. No doubt she is happily busy keeping God’s Heavenly home neat and orderly, just as she did here on earth for our St Michael Church.
Shirley Gidley says
I’m so sorry to hear about Anita. She was a very giving and Holy woman that knew her children and ethic neeeds.
She gave to her faith in so many ways.
She will be remembered with respect, love, and example.,
My thoughts and prayers for all of the family near and far.
Donna Taber Whitmer says
Sending sincere condolences & prayers to your family at this sad time…
Sr. Mary Ann Dettmer says
Please accept my condolences at this time of lose. I remember Anita very well and though I did not have a lot of contact with her, the Glose family was always special to us. Some of my best memories go back to times spent on the farm. Know of my thoughts and prayers for Anita and for the entire family.
Sr. Mary Ann Dettmer
Urbano & Irma Elizondo says
Our deepest condolences Anita was a wonderful lady , will be missed by many praying for y’all
Shelby Samuels Purdey says
I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for comfort during this difficult time.
Michael and Bridie Healy Kildare Ireland says
We had the pleasure of meeting this lovely Lady Anita in her home many years ago. Mother in law to our sister Teresa.
The light of heaven to her gentle soul.
Carolyn Faulstich says
Heard Anita was going to be leaving but it’s still a loss for all who knew her. She was quiet but strong & did so much good, esp for our parish. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to be there bcuz of sickness but you all were in my thoughts & prayers. Love the condolence abt how she is prob. doing the gardens in heaven❣️🙏
Anita Kucera says
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many good memories of Anita and her family. She was good friends of our family and I remember the many get togethers we had over the years.
My mom, Betty was very sad to hear that she had passed. I know she will be missed by all.
Mary and Tony Vallance says
Sincere Condolences!
She was a very special lady.