CATHERINE JUNE FOX KING
96, of Cass City, died Tuesday, May 26, 2020 in her home. She was born June 1, 1923 in Evergreen Township to John and Bessie (Emigh) McQueen. She married Milton J. Fox June 21, 1941 in Ohio. He died July 18, 1975. She married Gerald King October 22, 1982 in Evergreen Township. He died August 11, 1986.
Catherine graduated from Cass City High School in 1941. She was a hard worker and helped Milton on the dairy farm. She later worked as a housekeeper in Hills and Dales General Hospital, Cass City. Catherine was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star of Decker. She loved the challenge of a good crossword puzzle. Catherine was fond of cats and enjoyed following her favorite baseball team, the Detroit Tigers.
Catherine is survived by her sons: Mike (Susanne) Fox of Caro, John (Kim) Fox of Bad Axe; daughters: Bonnie Laming of Cass City, Lona Fox of Cass City; seventeen grandchildren: Cindy, Lana, Cheyenne, Kristie, Victor, Tony, John, Jennifer, Candace, Kaitlin, Skylynn, Michelle, Marsha, Jillian, Joni, Rick, Ryan; twenty-one great grandchildren, five great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her son, Richard Fox; three great grandchildren; two brothers and a sister.
Private graveside service Friday, May 29, 2020 in Elkland Township Cemetery, Cass City with Pastor Bill Cleland of Owendale United Methodist Church officiating. Due to the current health concerns and the executive order, social distancing will be observed. Memorials may be made to Heartland Hospice of Bad Axe. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and photos with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com.
Arrangements by
Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan
Debra L. Kranz, 989-872-2195
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