Shirley Pauline Fox's Obituary
Shirley Pauline Fox, age 87 of Seaford, DE, a woman of strength and resilience, passed away on Thursday, May 11, 2023. “Nana” embraced her love for family and sports with a vibrant spirit.
Born in the small town of Clarion, PA, Shirley moved to Baltimore, MD as a young woman, falling in love with the city. She would make charm city her family home for many years.
Shirley fearlessly navigated her career during a time when women were less welcomed in such roles, serving at the Pentagon in the 1950’s and on the B&O Railroad. She would later have success in Ocean City's real estate market, helping Hal Glick establish the former powerhouse brokerage.
Shirley's passion for sports was unmatched; her television was always tuned to ESPN. She took her family to many Orioles games growing up, including Cal Ripken’s celebrated 2131 game. Shirley was herself a devoted fan of the Philadelphia Phillies and the Eagles, watching nearly every game and often citing player statistics.
As we remember Shirley, we honor a trailblazer, a sports enthusiast, a matriarch. Her legacy, a testament to determination, hard work, and enduring love, will forever remain in our hearts.
Shirley was preceded in death by her daughter, Rebecca, mother to her grandchildren. She is survived by her beloved son, Timothy; four cherished grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, at 11:00 AM, at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, Lewes, DE, where friends may visit beginning at 10:00 AM. Interment will be private.
All who are unable to attend the service in person are invited to join via live-stream by visiting http://www.parsellfuneralhomes.com/obituaries/permalink/11015227/LTWebcast
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Brandywine Valley SPCA, 22918 Dupont Boulevard, Georgetown, DE 19947 or the World Wildlife Fund, 1250 24th Street NW, Washington, DC 20037, organizations she avidly supported.
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