Joshua Chad Fox

February 7, 1982 - May 20, 2020

Joshua Chad Fox, 38, passed away at Signature HealthCARE of Elizabethton, TN on Wednesday, May 20, 2020, after a lifetime battle with cerebral palsy and other multiple congenital health issues. He was born on February 7, 1982. He grew up and lived in the Bluff City area. He was lovingly raised and cared for by his devoted paternal grandparents, Pete and Evelyn Fox, until their deaths last year and by his uncle Jamie Fox. In the last year Joshua had been hospitalized many times with many issues due to his conditions and eventually required specialized care. Joshua was fascinated by stuffed animals and balloons. He loved music, animals and always gave a joyful laugh and smile to anyone who would pay attention to him. His family had a gospel group called The Fox Family and he really enjoyed traveling around to church singings hearing the music when he was younger. He was a blessing to everyone who had the privilege of meeting him. “Children are a gift from the Lord; they are a reward from him.” “Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” He is survived by his uncle Jamie Fox of Longs, SC; his father Greg Fox and wife Jennifer of Johnson City, TN; his mother Robin Penix of Roan Mountain, TN; his brothers Scotty, Brad and Daniel; his sisters Kristie and Kellye; aunts Connie Buchanan and Jama Webb; and his great aunt Peggy Scalf. The family would like to thank the staff of Sycamore Shoals Hospital and Signature HealthCARE of Elizabethton for their help and care of Joshua during his sickness. The family would also like to thank the staff of Caris Hospice Care for their care of Joshua and support of the family during his illnesses. A special private memorial celebration will be organized at a later time. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting www.BlevinsCares.com. Mr. Fox and his family are in the care of Blevins Funeral & Cremation Services; ph.#: (276) 669-6141.