Honeoye/Livonia, Ronald E. Fox – October 28, 2022

 

 

At age 82, Ronald E. Fox of N. Frost Hollow Road passed peacefully at his home on October 28, 2022.  He was born on October 8, 1940 in South Bristol, NY to the late Leo and Gladys (Perry) Fox.  In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his son Scott Fox and his brother George Fox.  Survived by sons; Ronald Fox Jr. and Shawn Fox both of Naples; granddaughters, Heather (Nicholas) Leone and Holly Fox; great-grandson Nicholas Leone;  sister Bonnie Griswold; daughter-in-law Delores Fox; and sister-in-law Betty Jackson; 3 nieces and 3 nephews, including close nephew Rodney “Monk” Fox.  Also survived by many friends and much loved beagles Bella and Shiloh.

Ron, also known as Uncle Ron and Swampy to many, worked as a machinist at General Motors -Delco for many years.  Ron was very good at his trade and was always willing to take on a project.  He had a passion for gunsmithing, knife making, hunting, fishing, gardening, and being outdoors.  Ron was a lifetime member of the Hemlock Sportsman’s Club and enjoyed being around people.  He enjoyed clambakes, steak roasts, and gun raffles usually making a day of most outings.  Ron always had time for good conversation with friends and having a cold beer in the hollow.

Family and friends are invited to a Celebration of Life Gathering at the Harrison-Lee American Legion Post 283, 3850 Federal Road, Livonia, NY on Saturday, November 12th, from 1-4pm.  In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ontario County Humane Society, 2976 County Road 48, Canandaigua, NY 14424.  To send a condolence or share a memory please visit:  www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com