Wanda Jean Fox

Wanda Jean Fox, 89, of Bucyrus and formerly of Upper Sandusky, died late Tuesday, June 7, 2017, at Orchard Park Assisted Living. She was born Aug. 30, 1927, in Bucyrus, the youngest daughter of the late Clarence and Effie (Emfield) Downing and attended Bucyrus schools. Wanda met a young man from Tiffin named Kenneth E. Fox, better known as Bud, and they were married in 1946, after his discharge from the U.S. Navy. They lived in Bucyrus until moving to Upper Sandusky in 1971, and he preceded her in death in 2001. Wanda is survived by a daughter, Carolyn (Tom) Bursby of Bucyrus; a daughter-in-law, Mary Fox of Upper Sandusky; four grandchildren, Julie (Jason) Passet, Jason Bursby (fiancee, Tina Blum), Mandy (Josh) Swinehart and Jessica (Mickel) Fattig; seven great-grandchildren, Micah Swinehart, Nick Passet, Garrett Passett, Kennedy Fattig, Samuel Bursby, Ashton Blum and Jaren Blum; and many nieces and nephews, including special niece, Madelon Hollar. In addition to her parents and husband of 55 years, she was preceded in death by her son, Ken Fox Jr.; four brothers, Ralph, Edwin, Louis and Raymond Downing; four sisters, Erma Pearl, Ada Ream, Elsie Charlton and Irene Virtue; and in-laws, Ralph and Hilda Fox. Wanda worked as a homemaker, enjoyed growing flowers, playing cards and doting on her grandchildren. She and Bud enjoyed many Canadian fishing trips and visiting Las Vegas and nearby casinos. She was a very big fan of The Ohio State Buckeyes as well. Her graveside funeral will begin at 11 a.m. Friday, June 9, 2017, in Oakwood Cemetery with Josh Swinehart officiating. Those attending are asked to meet at the cemetery. Memorial donations may be made payable to Wyandot County EMS, an animal shelter of the donor's choice or Kindred Hospice and given through Wise Funeral Service, 129 W. Warren St., Bucyrus, OH 44820. Memories and photos can be shared on Wanda's tribute page at www.wisefuneral.com.