Robert Nelson Fox

Robert Nelson Fox, a well-known resident of Copan, Oklahoma passed away at home on August 11, 2024. 

He lived in Caney, Kansas for many years. In the 1970’s he had the Derby Gas Station on South Walnut in Coffeyville. Robert was known for the many cars he had, and his ability to work on anything. Refusing to wear a helmet, he loved riding his Harley and his ‘71 BMW. Last week he had been working on his ‘48 Chevy and 1950 Lincoln. Cool, was how most people described Bob.

Born November 13, 1934 in West Plains, Missouri to Lehman W. Fox and Alice May Nelson Fox. He is the brother of Margie Belle, Donald David, Delbert Del and Jerry R. 

Robert will be missed by his loving children, Kristy Fox of Tulsa, and Jerry Dale Fox of Copan, His grandchildren Jagger Dale and Maxson Ray Fox of Copan. From Pratt, KS grandchildren Jessica Dill (Jacob), Benjamin Fox (Katie), Kassandria Nelson (Jared), Emily Fox, and Clayton Fox. Also great grandchildren Greyson, Kyla, and Jack Dill. Brother, Jerry R. Fox from Marion, IN, and niece Vickie Hinkle and son Fred from Copan, OK, and nephew Del Ray Fox from Copan, OK. He leaves cousins in West Plains, MO. He was preceded in death by son Robert Nelson Fox II.

Graveside services at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Independence, Kansas on August 19, 2024 at 1pm