May 22, 1925 – July 28, 2010
Anne (Irene) FOX, nee Peters born in Michaelsburg, Russia to (German-speaking) Mennonite parents. Predeceased by parents Julius and Sara Peters; older brothers Jake; Julius and Peter (1925); niece Florence and nephew Arthur. Survived by siblings Sarah (Ebbie) Henry; Susan Stoesz; Ben Peters; Tina (Emil) Reimer; John (Virginia) Peters; Henry Peters; and David Peters; sister-in-law Eva; and 31 nieces and nephews. Predeceased by husband Lloyd Fox (2006). Survived by children Len (Rose); Sandy (Rick); Marlene (Bill) and Lorne; one granddaughter, Tara; sister-in-law, Lorna Smith; nieces Gail (John); Carol (Mike); nephews Rick (Kathie); Ken (Wendy) and David.
After many years of civil unrest in Russia the family moved to Saskatchewan September 1926. After leaving school and working in Saskatoon, she joined the Canadian Women’s Army Corps in Regina Sept 1943, training in Vermilion, Alberta. Posted to Victoria she drove trucks and chauffered military dignitaries including Maj. Gen. George Pearkes. She was posted to Toronto to assist with the arrival of War Brides and children. In 1946 she left the Army and returned to Saskatoon, graduating from hairdressing school. She moved to Edmonton and worked as a store clerk in Woodward’s. She married Lloyd Fox (RCAF) in 1948 in Edmonton. Various military postings included Trenton, Ontario; Bagotville, Quebec; Zweibrucken, Germany; Metz, France; Ottawa and Cold Lake, Alberta. After Lloyd’s retirement in 1970, they moved to Port Alberni to be near his family. They moved to Victoria in 1971 after Lloyd’s parents died. We will always be grateful for the care, compassion and dedication of all the staff and volunteers at Luther Court. Special thanks to Elaine, Ladine, Kadrushe and Brenda.
Service to be held at Luther Court, 1525 Cedar Hill Cross Road, Victoria on Friday, August 20 at 2 pm. Condolences may be offered at www.mccallbros.com
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Brent Peters
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Deborah Stoesz I have wonderful memories of my aunt. She would come to Winnipeg often. We loved watching her cruise up in her Mustang, she was always so glamorous and hip. Her visit was filled with much laughter and buzz cuts for everyone. She would make me laugh as she would stand over the fan, allowing the fan to blow directly on her. She said one day I would understand. I get it! I will remember her and the great times she shared so generously with me. I sorry for the loss of your mom, I hope your special memories will help you celebrate her life and love for each of you. Love Deborah Stoesz
I last saw Aunt Anne in 2002 on a trip out west with my dad and her sense of humour was as keen as ever. I guess that comes from having nine other siblings (including six brothers) who in her opinion needed keeping in line from time to time! On behalf of our family, we offer our condolences on her passing and also want to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brent & Gayle Peters