James Webb Fox

James Webb Fox, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and proud Navy veteran, passed away peacefully in Titusville, Florida, on March 5, 2026, at the age of 92.

Born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, he answered the call to serve his country at a young age and dedicated nearly three decades to the United States Navy, including during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. He spoke fondly of life at sea, the ships he served on, and the many ports and countries he visited around the world. Through commitment, leadership, and steadfast service, he rose through the ranks and retired as a Master Chief Petty Officer, one of the Navy’s highest enlisted honors.

Above all, he was most proud of the family he built with Jeanne, his beloved wife of 70 years. Together they raised four children and created a large and loving family that grew to include eight grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. He cherished quiet moments with them, whether working on a jigsaw puzzle, watching movies of any genre, or sharing his lifelong passion for baseball as a dedicated Chicago Cubs fan who fondly remembered attending games at Wrigley Field in his youth.

He is survived by his wife, Jeanne; children Kathy Bugar, Debbie Ridley (Ed), James Fox, Jr. (Becki), and Kristine Fox (Scott); grandchildren Rachel Hutcheson (Wade), James Hickman (Sheila), Joshua Hickman (Kristen), Travis Bugar, Krista Dalton (Justin), Jenn Ridley-Cupp (Ryan), Abby Fox, and James Fox, III; great-grandchildren Logan Hutcheson (Michaela), Chelsea Hutcheson, Austin Hickman, Zachary Hickman, Connor Hickman, Matthew Hickman, Cody Hickman, Ellis Dalton, and Mirah Dalton; and great-great-granddaughter Emmalyn Hutcheson.