Felicia Fox (née Snider)

IN MEMORY OF: Felicia Fox (née Snider) Serving Location: CRAIN FUNERAL HOME – CAPE GIRARDEAU 829 North West End Boulevard, Cape Girardeau, Missouri Felicia Fox (née Snider), a devoted educator, tireless volunteer, and cherished member of the Cape Girardeau community, passed away on September 19, 2025, in Cape Girardeau, Missouri. She was 86 years old. Born on December 29, 1938, in Urbana, Illinois, Felicia moved to Cape Girardeau at a young age and remained deeply rooted in the community throughout her life. She graduated from College High in 1956 and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Education as well as two Master’s degrees from Southeast Missouri State University—an academic journey that reflected her lifelong commitment to learning and teaching. Felicia dedicated 31 years of her professional life to the Sikeston Public School System, where she shaped the minds and hearts of countless students. Her passion for education extended beyond the classroom through her active involvement in local initiatives and mentorship. A woman of deep faith, Felicia was a lifelong member of First Christian Church—now known as Abbey Road Christian Church—in Cape Girardeau. She held the unique distinction of being the first infant placed in the nursery of the newly constructed church on West End Boulevard. Her enduring presence there was a testament to her spiritual devotion and love for her community. Felicia's generosity knew no bounds. She gave freely of her time and energy, volunteering extensively across Cape Girardeau. In recognition of her service, she received the Vernice Baumstark Award in 2007 for her contributions at St. Francis Medical Center. Additionally, she logged over 5,000 volunteer hours at the Cape Girardeau Conservation Center—a reflection of both her dedication and love for nature. Her hobbies included quilting, working puzzles, and gardening—activities that brought her joy and allowed her creativity to flourish. Felicia is lovingly remembered by her children: Christi Fox Morrow and husband Jeffrey of West Hartford, Connecticut; David L. Fox and his wife Tammy of Cape Girardeau; and Cheryl A. Sutherlan of Portland, Texas. She also leaves behind grandchildren Kiefer and Reid Morrow; Amanda Smith; Eric Armstrong and his wife Angela; as well as great-grandchildren Donald and Phoebe Padgett and Julius Smith. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Donald Ray Fox, brothers Richard Eugene Snider and Robert Allen Snider, son-in-law Thomas Smith as well as by her longtime close companion Edgar Balsman. Felicia Fox’s legacy lives on through the many lives she touched—as an educator, volunteer, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and faithful servant to her community. May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Crain Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 829 North West End Boulevard, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, September 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM with Pastor Mary Ann Heinsman officiating at the funeral home. Emtombment will follow the service at Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery in Cape Girardeau. The family requests that memorial contributions may be made to Abbey Road Christian Church, 2411 Abbey Road, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701. Crain Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Cape Girardeau is in charge of arrangements.

Felicia Fox (née Snider)

December 29, 1938 - September 19, 2025