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Bethany Barklay
Jan Fox
December 18th, 1958 - August 15th, 2020
December 18th, 1958 - August 15th, 2020
"Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories."
Dr. Jan I Fox passed away on August 15, 2020 at her residence in South Point, OH. She will be remembered in many facets for both her personal life and career.
Dr. Fox was a beautiful soul whose strength and kindness was a beacon for many. She was a wild one; she loved fiercely, laughed copiously, and lived freely. She moved throughout this world without regrets. She is the epitome of love and sacrifice.
Professionally, her accomplishments are too many to name here. Her energetic drive broke glass ceilings throughout her career and she was truly inspirational. She served Marshall University for more than thirty years in different capacities, including the Senior Vice President for IT/CIO.
She is preceded in death by her parents Juanita “Winnie”and Jack Fox, brother Jim (Marilyn) Fox, and sister Dr. Julie Fox. She is survived by her loving husband, William L Cremeans, Jr., daughters Catherine Cremeans (Brian Bosley) of Cincinnati, OH and Bethany (Chad) Barklay, grandchildren Gabriel and Brooklyn of Durham, NC, and brother John Fox of Albany OH.
We all feel this great loss. During this difficult time, her family asks that we can all share our loving memories and contributes at https://www.mykeeper.com/events/JanFox/
In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to OVEC, PO Box 6743, Huntington, WV. 25773
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David And Mary Crawford
We are so saddened to hear of Jan's passing. Our vacations to the beach and mountains will never be forgotten, always brightened by Jan's humor, intelligence, and, not to forget, her wonderful cooking. She made our times together brighter, funnier, and full of warmth. Somehow, the treasures of life never seem to last long enough. Our thoughts to Bill, Bethany, and Catherine, hoping you find comfort in each other and your memories.
Ali Hoorsun
Last time I saw Jan was back in May 1990. We lost touch for many years and then we found one another again on facebook. One of the items on my bucket list was to go back to WV and see her again. She was my first boss at Academic Computing at MUSOM and I worked for her 3 years until I graduated and moved away. She was more than a boss, a mentor, a teacher, a friend, .... I even lived for 3 months in a small apartment Jan and Bill had next their house. Wow... it is unbelievable yet it is true (tears). Even though I have not seen Jan for over 30 years, she could have such a great influence on me that I still remember and cherish to this day. RIP Jan. Hang in there Bill & Beth.
Mike Norton
Count me as one of the many who knows how lucky I was to know Jan. She always led by example. The entire state is better for her works. I'm very sad to see her gone so soon.
Marcia Harrison
I am saddened to hear of Jan’s passing. I worked with Jan on numerous committees at Marshal, but got to know her better as an Administrative Partner in the MU-ADVANCE Program. I greatly appreciated her positive outlook and sense of humor. I will miss her.
Tom Hankins
It was always a pleasure to work with Jan as a colleague. I appreciate her leadership at Marshall and the opportunity to know her. Would that there were more like her.
Valri Bieniek
Being new to Huntington, meeting Jan was a bright spot in my early days. She was warm, welcoming, and engaging. I appreciated the Marshall community to which she introduced me. She will be remembered fondly for many reasons. Ron and I extend our thoughts and condolences to her family.
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