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Helen H. Fox Obituary

Helen H. Fox Obituary

Helen H. Fox, 84, went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2026. Born on May 7, 1941, she was the daughter of John and Nellie Hobin. She married Roger Fox on December 28, 1979, with whom she shared a blessed union.


Helen loved the Lord and was a faithful servant. She was active member of Grace Baptist Church where she enjoyed the fellowship of her church family and participating in church and community events. She spent most of her life working in healthcare. Her kindness and compassion brought comfort to many of the lives she touched. Helen was a gifted cook and enjoyed making meals for her friends and family. She was a warm and kindhearted person who will be missed by many.


Helen is survived by her husband Roger Fox; daughter Cheryl (Bill) Simone; son Jay (Pam) Riggleman; stepdaughter Roxanne (Alan) Weaver; stepson Robert (Terrie) Fox; grandchildren T. J., Erik, Bethany, Alexis, and Shane; great grandchildren Lyla, Isaiah, Elian, and Emalynn; brothers John (Darlene) Hobin and Larry (Mary) Hobin; sister Patty (Joe) Kipp. She was predeceased by a brother Irving Hobin; sisters Louise Taubert, Marion Bell, Irene Maciol and Myrtle Will. She was also predeceased by David Riggleman; and her daughter Janice.


The family would like to thank the Roswell Cancer Center in Oneida and the Abraham House in Rome for the care and compassion shown to Helen.


Memorial contributions in her memory can be made to Grace Baptist Church.


Calling hours will be held on Saturday January 31, 2026, from 10:00-12:00 noon at Grace Baptist Church, 8553 Turin Road, Rome New York. A celebration of life will follow at 12:00PM with Pastor Trent Williams officiating.


Funeral Arrangements are entrusted to Strong-Burns & Sprock Funeral Home.

Helen H. Fox, 84, went to be with the Lord on January 22, 2026. Born on May 7, 1941, she was the daughter of John and Nellie Hobin. She married Roger Fox on December 28, 1979, with whom she shared a blessed union.


Helen loved the Lord and was a faithful servant. She was active member of Grace Baptist Church

Events

Calling Hours

Saturday, January 31, 2026

10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Grace Baptist Church

8553 Turin Road Rome, NY 13440

Funeral Service

Saturday, January 31, 2026

12:00 pm

Grace Baptist Church

8553 Grace Union Church Rome, NY 13440

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