Fox, Donal Leslie OBE

Fox, Donal Leslie OBE

Family and friends, the Papua New Guinea Rugby Football League and the greater community of PNG lost a Husband, Father, Brother, Bubu, Uncle, leader, mentor, true friend and “wantok” following the passing of Don Fox on Friday 3 July, 2020.

Beloved husband of Janet. Adored father of Joanne, Simone and Monique, respected Father-In-Law to Rob, Andrew and Julian and loving bubu to his six grandchildren; Ireland, Tyge, India-Rose, Matisse, Sol & Ara. Brother to Colleen, Michael and Therese and mentor and friend to many.

Former PNGRFL chairman, Don was a great man who inspired all of us to believe in the value of hard work and selfless service. From his athletic prowess and sporting achievements in his youth to his immense contributions to PNG through his work and in cricket and rugby league administration, Don was a great man without equal and he leaves behind a huge legacy of which we are all proud.

He was a “humble gentleman” who held three things close to his heart — his family, PNG and rugby league. While we mourn his passing, we are honoured to also celebrate his life and legacy.

Don's life will be honoured and celebrated on Monday 20 July 2020 at the Cathedral of St. Stephen’s, Elizabeth Street, Brisbane City, commencing at 2pm. Family and friends are invited to attend Don’s Funeral Service. For the purpose of COVID-19 contact tracing, we kindly ask you to register your attendance by completing the form at this page. Please note, there is no on-site parking at the Cathedral.

We know there are many of Don’s family and friends interstate and abroad who cannot be with us in person - we invite you to watch his farewell via Live Stream at archbne.org/bzw.