Patricia Ann Fox

Patricia (Pat) Ann Fox, age 81, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 17, 2024, in Lubbock, Texas with her son, daughter and daughter- in- law by her side. Pat was born on November 29, 1942, to W.A. (Dub) and Geraldine Anderson of Lubbock.

After Pat graduated from Tom S. Lubbock High School in 1961, she went on to pursue a degree in Cosmetology. She worked as a hairdresser while putting herself through college, graduating from West Texas State University in 1975. Pat continued her education by earning a Master’s in Education from St. Thomas University. Pat married the love of her life, Jimmy Fox in 1961 until 1965, and reunited in marriage in 1984 until Jimmy passed in 1991.

Pat was a lifelong educator for over forty years. She taught and coached in Bovina and Friona ISD before moving to Galveston County. She was over the Cosmetology program at La Marque High School before moving to Hitchcock ISD, where she devoted over twenty-five years of service as a leader, teacher, mentor, and life changer to so many. Anyone who crossed her path understood how important her students and family were to her. She changed the direction of many students’ lives, simply because of her passion and commitment. Pat (Mrs. Fox) was a devoted history teacher, basketball and volleyball coach, cheer sponsor, Deca leader, Assistant Principal, and, last a Principal before her retirement in 2009. Pat (Mrs. Fox) left her footprint not only in the Hitchcock community and school district, but also in the hearts of so many students, athletes, and colleagues. She always put “her” students first and worked tirelessly to make those around her aspire to be their very best. Both her son (Jim-Bo) and daughter (Brenna) look back on all the memories of walking the halls in school with their mom being present, which are memories they now both cherish. After retirement, Pat spent time traveling, and volunteered within her community.

Pat was preceded in death by her parents Dub and Geraldine Anderson, Wilma Anderson, and husband Jimmy Fox.

Pat is survived by her two children and their families; Son, Jimmy (Jim-Bo) Evans (Sunday), Daughter, Brenna Evans Thiem (John) Grandchildren, Hunter, Georgi, and Grant Thiem; Jeremy Evans (Taylor), Jericka Evans-Gamez (Ryan); Great Grandchildren, Daxton and Brooxen Evans, and Ryatt Gamez; her brother Michael Anderson and family. Pat leaves many great nieces and nephews along with cousins, who were more like sisters (Charlotte, Linda, and Vicki), extended family, lifelong friends and colleagues. The family would like to mention her devoted friendship with Catherine Polk, Louise Sanchez, and Jane Ankney.

Visitation and funeral services will be held at Crowder Funeral Home, 401 Texas Ave., La Marque, Texas. Visitation is Friday, February 23, 2024 from 5PM-7PM. The Funeral is Saturday, February 24, 2024 at 11AM with Rev. Jimmy Abbott officiating. A graveside service will follow at Hayes Grace Memorial in Hitchcock.