Condolence: Tom - Your dad was a very special man, and I send you my condolences at this time of his passing. Although he was never my professor, I did utilize his expertise in the adjunct's office, especially with my first runs of 'Advanced English Grammar' using a a text with no answer book.! Bob was a wonderful colleague, and a good friend. He was courageous in living, and in facing his dying - a real role model for me and for many. I wish you well in this time of transition.

Condolence: Tom, I am sorry for your loss. Your father held a special place in many peoples hearts including mine. Always thoughtful he would bring my son a doughnut every week of his Kindergarten year and talk to him like he was his very own family. He always had the right thing to say, listened completely and his memory retained everything. His kind soul and wit can never be replaced. You are lucky to call him your father, he was so proud of you. I wish you peace.

Condolence: Dear Tom and Family: Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at this difficult time. I worked for many years with Bob in the Applied Linguistics Department at Saint Michael's College. It is hard to believe that he will no longer be among us. He was such a gracious man.

Condolence: I am so sorry for your loss. Losing someone in death is one of the most devastating experiences one can face. Something that brings me comfort is found at John 5:28, 29, and Revelation 21:4. In these verses, it highlights that God is going to bring about a resurrection of our dear loved ones, and he will remove all causes for suffering, including death. May that beautiful hope bring comfort to your family during this difficult time.

Condolence: Our condolences to Tom and Bob's family. We knew Bob thru St.Mary's Church and he was a truly beautiful and gentle man. We enjoyed our conversations with Bob after Mass. Bob was our youngest son's Confirmation instructor too. He always asked about our son after he grew up. Rest in Peace Bob.

Condolence: Hi Tom We met your dad twice in September this year when we were on holiday from Glasgow visiting Elizabeth and Wayne. He was a person who made such an impression on us that we will never forget him and the bravery that he had during his illness, making sure he enjoyed every minute of his life. An example to us all. We went to the wonderful house you designed for him. What a beautiful gift to give him, and he was so proud of you. He told us all about your time in Glasgow at the Mackintosh School of Art and your life and career. We feel as though we know you too although we’ve never met. That was the power of his narrative. We talked a lot about the name Fox and the fact that we know a father and son who are both Tom Fox. I’m sure much of your father lives on in you Tom and we hope that brings you much comfort. Teresa and Hugh

Condolence: Dear Tom, Although we have never met before, I have heard a lot about you from your parents. Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. Dr. Fox was my professor in my master’s work in the late 90’s, and brought me an immense influence not only as a scholar, but also an open and friendly teacher. He gave me a great deal of encouragement and support when I had difficulty with my academic work, especially upon submitting a thesis as one of the first candidates to graduate with the thesis option. He was also proud of me when I shared the news some years ago that I completed a doctorate. He mentioned, “Congratulations, Dr. Masa.” in his reply, and we promised to see in person soon. I have uploaded several pictures on this site from my VT collection. Those are my beautiful memories in my 20’s. I hope they may recall some of Dr. Fox’s footsteps. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Masa, Sapporo Japan

Condolence: Dr. Fox was a great teacher. I was his students for two different courses at Saint Michael's College. I enjoyed the linguistics class and the wealth of knowledge he had. I shall treasure the memories I have of him. My most poignant memory is when we celebrated at his house at the end of the academic year. He was very proud of his son design of the house; I will sadly miss Prof. Fox.

Condolence: Rest in peace Dr. Fox. I tried writing proper lines for you but I couldn't. I have so much to say about you. Your stories and "idiosyncrasies" as you call them still resonate in my head. Here are some of them: "You expect so much from me, old man!" "No, in fact I don't expect anything from you because I know you can do it."   "I still talk about her in the present tense. She passed away a long ago but I still think she's here." "Blue Jays are bullies." "I have a few choice words for that." "I wanna make sure you're fed before I put you to work." "I will whack you on the back of your head every time you smoke." "Doctors gave me a couple of months." "Can you wait. Please wait I will come back in June." "Now that female deer never liked me." "How do you know?" "How do i know? Whenever I holler at her to scare her away she gives me a mean face." "Now take that coffee and put it in the nuke." "What's a nuke?!" "What is a nuke? The microwave. People called it that coz they thought microwaves heat like nuclear things. "Here is.." "The Wrong-Way Bridge." "That's right." "You told me about it." "I did.." "They called me grey Fox..." "In the military, we used to call an empty bottle a dead soldier."

Condolence: My condolences to Bob's family. May the hope expressed at Job 14:13-15 give you some comfort for your great loss.

Condolence: Dear Tom, Please accept my sincere condolences to you and your family. Dr. Fox was my professor and colleague in the mid 1990s. I will always remember his kindness and generosity. He was very proud of his work in DC and serving as editor of a well respected peer reviewed journal. I remember him showing it to me and explaining about English for Specifc Purposes. He really helped me to deepen my understanding of what it meant to be a scholar and an academic and this has served me for many years. I also remember how excited he was showing me blueprints of his home and sharing about the openness he and Ann designed into it. I hope with tome it feels less sad and you can hold onto all of the love and happy thoughts.

Condolence: Dr. Fox was my professor in 1994. I used to show up for class - still in my ski pants- ready to discuss Chomsky. Bob was always interested in what we had to say- our reflections, comments, dumb questions....he loved it all. Eventually I knew Bob as a colleague. It amazed me that, despite the fact that I was gone for over 8 years, he remembered me as if no time had passed when I showed up at SMC in 2004 as an adjunct. Bob embodied what it means to be present. He was always right there with you- he found his purpose and his life had such meaning. Those of us who knew him are truly blessed to have had Bob in our lives. Bob- you are an inspiration ❤️

Condolence: Tom, we were deeply saddened to hear about Dr. Fox's passing. He was an amazing man who touched my life and all those he met. Over the last few years, it has been an honor getting to spend time with him outside of the classroom. He would often tell my wife and I stories about his own life and about you and Anne. During those moments he would be smiling ear to ear. Thank you Dr. Fox for everything. You brought us so much joy and happiness. We will miss you.

Condolence: My deepest thoughts are with you. Over the last few months I have been able to hang out with your dad and do trips around town to get laundry, food, and as always a Minor’s cup of coffee. He spoke so highly of you and the things you do. His outlook on life is what I enjoy the most. Our chats changed my life. Cheers to you Bob! I am going to miss you.

Condolence: We are deeply saddened by your father’s passing, Tom. Please accept our prayers and sympathy. Bob was a great friend, colleague, mentor and resident grandfather to our kids. We all still remember the kids swimming in the “pool” in his bathroom, playing hide and seek in the house and the wonderful chocolates on each of the holidays. He had so many great experiences and a story for everything. Through everything he did was his immense warm heart. He touched so many lives and forever touched ours. We will really miss him.

Condolence: I met Bob during my first year teaching at St. Michael's in 2006-2007, during a week-long technology workshop. I was immediately drawn to his warmth and humor. His presence was a welcome to others, and I count myself fortunate to have known him. May he rest, and may you all have peace and comfort.

Condolence: I'm really sorry to hear of Bob's passing. Bob was always a really friendly colleague and someone I got to know well especially during teaching in the summer months at Saint Michael's College.

Condolence: Bob was one of the first people that I met when I arrived at St. Michael's. He was exceedingly warm and kind, and it meant the world to me. My heart goes out to you and to your family. May he rest in peace.

Condolence: My condolences for your loss. I greatly enjoyed Dr. Fox when he was my professor at Saint Mike's. I will remember him and his jeep fondly.

Condolence: So sorry for your loss. Bob was such a beautiful person and was there in a time of devastation for me. I had only known him for a very short time when my son was in a car accident in 2014 and ended up with a TBI. Bob was in the same rehab center, just down the hall. He never stopped asking about his recovery and was always such and incredibly warm, fun, and loving gentleman. He opened his home to many during holidays, etc. He will be truly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence: Dear Tom, Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your dad, our beloved colleague and friend Bob. He was one of the kindest men we've known, always asking about us and our daughter whom he saw grow up and was very fond of. It has been a good journey alongside your dad as a colleague, and I will always remember his witty comments and cheerfulness. Even when I spoke to him on the phone a little over a week ago, he was his usual, chipper self, more concerned about me than about himself. His concern for others, kindness, and cheeriness will always be with me. I will miss my friend, your dad.

Condolence: So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. We arrived at Saint Mikes at about the same time. Bob was always a gentleman who had a nice smile and exuded good will. My condolences to you and the extended family.

Condolence: Bob was a wonderful colleague and friend. I enjoyed working with him for all the years he was at Saint Michael's. Whenever I ran into him, he never failed to ask, "How's Sinyoung?" always remembering my wife's name and pronouncing it perfectly! He was adored by students and colleagues alike. He will be sorely missed.

Condolence: Hi Tom, I'm deeply saddened to hear of your father's passing. Bob was an amazing person. He was a scholar, faculty member, teacher, and good friend. We use to take care of Harvey, when Bob and Ann traveled either to NYC to see you or to go to DC for Ann's job. My children have wonderful memories of Bob and Ann visiting us in Grand Isle. He would always come for our summer MATESL graduate student pot luck parties. Bob was the life of the crowd. When we stopped having the summer parties, he took of the torch and held them at his lovely home in Fairfax. I'm sad that he is no longer with us, however, I know that he is with the love of his life, “the Boss,” Ann. Bob was always in his office, and my daughter and son would visit with him while they were on campus. I'm not sure if you remember, but my husband Hank help you both when your car was in VT for a paint job. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Condolence: Very sad news. I still have in mind the fun I had during ALD parties at FairFax. I also remember my classes in Foundations of Linguistics and Socio-pragmatics. Rest in peace, Doctor Fox.

Condolence: Tom, Bob was a smart, talented, and good man, and I am so happy to have known him. We had many fun times over the years. He brought so much to our school district, not only to his students, but to many, many adults. So many of his colleagues looked up to him as friend and mentor and built long lasting friendships. He was a friend, mentor, teacher, and even a grandfather to many. He was always one to share his abundance from his flower gardens with me. Beautiful flowers in gorgeous vases. Each vase that came for a visit had a story of where your mother got it, and how it was made. I enjoyed hearing stories about Bob and your mother, the love of his life. Many times I would glance over and see tears in his eyes. Your father was so proud of you and bragged about your work and amazing talents. He loved to show off your design work in his beautiful home. I am sure it brought him peace and happiness that you were with him at the end. I know this for sure. May you find peace in your memories. Blessings. Robin Hood, Winooski School District

Condolence: The entire staff of A W Rich Funeral Home wishes to express our deepest sympathy to you and your entire family during this difficult time.