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Shelley Burton Fox, 71, teacher at Star of the Sea Catholic School

Shelley Burton Fox

Shelley Burton Fox, 71, of Virginia Beach, passed away peacefully Monday, May 11, 2020. Shelley was born March 31, 1949, in Portsmouth to the late G. Shelton Burton and Frances D. Burton.

She was a graduate of Portsmouth Catholic High School and Old Dominion University. Shelley was a kind and caring teacher at Star of the Sea Catholic School in Virginia Beach.

She is survived by her loving husband, Eric L. Fox; and loving sons, Ryahn Jones and Jahn Mychal Fox. She is also survived by her precious and beloved granddaughter, Elina Fox. In addition, she is survived by four siblings, Margaret Anne Levitin, and her husband, Dr. Frederic Levitin, Janice L. Burton, Michael B. Burton, and Hilda B. Fleischer, and her husband, Dr. Howard Fleischer; and many loving nieces and nephews.

She will be remembered for her compassion and generosity. Shelley was truly one of God’s works of art. The family wishes to thank the many friends and family for their love and support during her illness.

Services will be private.

Donations may be made in her memory to Star of the Sea Catholic School or charity of choice.

Share online condolences with the family at Woodlawn Funeral Home.

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