Obituary of Geraldine Fox

Geraldine (Boblitt) Fox, known to everyone as Gerry, died after battling cancer. She was 79 years old. She was pre-deceased by her parents Samuel and Francis Boblitt and her brother Allen Boblitt. She was born in Philadelphia and graduated Abraham Lincoln High in 1957. She moved to Norma, NJ, in 1963 when she married Ellis Fox. Together they ran Fox's Esso, in Norma, which was built by Ellis's father. They moved to Vineland in 1971, and sold the garage when they started working for Alliance Landscaping Inc, of Pittsgrove NJ. They purchased the company in 1980 and still own and operate it today. Gerry was a supporter and member of the Alliance Synagogue in Norma NJ. She wanted to make sure that her heritage lived on in her children and wanted to preserve the synagogue for future generations. Gerry was a leader in the Barse PTO, a den mother for the Boy Scouts, a leader in the Girl Scouts, helped with the North-West Swim Club's Swim team, and served on the board for the VHS Marching Band when her children were involved. Through her business, she was a supporter of the construction industry. She was currently an active member of the Nostalgia Knights Car Club, was on the board as Secretary for the past several years, and helped at every event. Her favorite event was their annual Salute to the Veterans, supporting the Vineland Veterans Home. Gerry worked hard for everything she or her children were involved in, and made many friends. She with her husband Ellis and son Mark collected Pontiac cars ranging from 1957 to 1968. Gerry would get much enjoyment out of showing the cars and riding her scooter around to look at everyone's cars. There were not many places and shows Gerry did not take her dog Snaps. When she wasn't helping with events or working, she liked to collect dolls, do needlework, traveled, and meeting people. She also loved gardening and going to plays at the local playhouses. Gerry is survived by her husband of 53 years, Ellis Fox, her three children, Stuart Fox, Heddi (Fox) Sutherland, son-in-law James Sutherland Jr., and Mark Fox. She is also survived by Heddi's three sons Timothy, George and Mathew Sutherland, and Mark's two children Lillian and Avram (Avi) Fox, as well as her sister-in-law Elaine Fox. Donations can be made in memory of Gerry Fox to The Vineland Veterans Home or Alliance Synagogue sent to 1851 Annlo Lane, NJ 08361