Anita Fox, 56, of Nashville, Tennessee, died May 5, 2021 from colon cancer. Anita was born March 4,1965 in Gary, Indiana to James and Jane (Gillians) McClernon.
She graduated from Harrison High School and received an associates degree from USI. Anita was a Radio DJ for many years and most recently was a CSO officer at Vanderbilt in Nashville, TN. She loved watching football especially the Dallas Cowboys and hockey she loved the Nashville Predators. Anita’s favorite place to be was with her family and friends. She always had a smile and an infectious laugh.
Anita is survived by her son, Brandon Scott Fest (Michelle) and daughter Ashley Jane Miller (Aaron), grandchildren Zachary Webb, Caiden Miller, Bethany Webb, Dylan Fest, Oden Fest, Jasper (Zaid) Fest, Braylin Miller, Ethan Miller, Dawson Miller, brother Rick McClernon, sister Susan Seibert (Stan), sister-in-law Paula McClernon, service dog Cali, best friends Donna Baker (Kinsey Jr) and Jacquie Hoffman, nieces and nephews and many other friends.
Anita was preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and brother Jim (Trapper) McClernon.
Anita’s family and friends will honor her with a private memorial service as her wishes was to not have a large funeral.
Flowers may be sent to her daughter Ashley Miller at 10077 Outer Lincoln Ave Newburgh, IN 47630. Donations can also be sent to Vanderbilt in her honor or Cancer research.
Paula says
Thanks Anita , for getting Jim and I together , he was / is the love of my life , true love never dies . Rest In Peace…Paula McClernon / Sister-In-Law
Donna Fox says
Will always be a special place in my heart for you and your family.Love you all
Donna says
Thank you, Anita. You were and always will be my dearest friend. I will forever remember the crazy fun times we had together. I love you more than a sister and you will forever be in my heart. I am lost without you.
Bethany webb says
You are my whole world grammy u are my life why did u have to leave so early I miss u grammy why why why I love u grammy I miss u grammy I never believed in cancer but now I do and I know now that cancer is real and serious really why did u have to go at least u get to visit my real dad in heaven I think y’all will get along really well u just don’t want anyone mess with your grand babies I miss u grammy I love u grammy and the sadest thing is u didn’t want to go but u were too weak to fight i miss u so much and u tried to say something because we said we loved u when your breathing was really shallow so I seen your face trying to say something we think u said I love u u are my world all u wanted is to be surrounded from family when u passed so we was there we are always here I love u grammy I will never forget the special memories of u and me love :Bethany Webb rest in peace with my daddy in heaven love u miss u 😘😘
Robert S Skucy says
Anita was always positive and always cheerful. It was always a pleasure to share her company. It seems God takes the best of us too soon. We will miss her.
Tiffany Sensing says
Anita the Vandy Crew will miss you dearly. It was a pleasure to have known you the last few years. Praying for the family…
Sergeant Casey Campbell says
I’m so sorry for your loss. It was such a pleasure meeting and working with Anita at Vanderbilt. She was always very approachable and so nice to everyone. She will be greatly missed by many at Vanderbilt. It will not be the same without her.
Michelle Fest says
Momma you will always have a place in my heart ❤️ I love and miss you so much. Still hard to believe your gone but all the memories that we all have with you will always stay dear in our hearts. Love you and miss you momma.
Love your
Michelle Fest
Daughter in law 😢❤️
Kellea Reeves says
Anita, you were the true definition of a warrior and showed a positive attitude daily. You fought hard and will be missed dearly at VUPS. I found a quote on your desk and it said, ” You never know how strong you are, until being strong is your only choice…” That quote speak volumes. We had fun memories in the office, between laughing and getting work done daily. I miss your laugh and loud talking throughout the building. It was a pleasure working with you.
Prayers for the family.
Dylan says
Grammy I know it’s not what you want but I’ve been sitting here all day thinking about you and not able to stop crying. I love and miss you so much.