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Peter Fox, well known by many in the gay community for his vocal talents in the Gay Men’s Chorus of DC, passed away after an abbreviated battle with lymphoma. In recent years, his singing career blossomed through performances at the Kennedy Center, Signature Theater and the release of an album.

Washington Blade has a lovely article on Fox, featuring recollections from friends and family. The funeral services are Friday at 10 am at Foundry United Methodist Church. The article also includes info on how and where to make donations in his name.

From the Blade article: “Many in Washington’s gay community are reeling from the death of Peter Fox, a well-liked local singer who died Monday after a short battle with central nervous system lymphoma. A funeral is scheduled for Friday at 10 a.m. at Foundry United Methodist Church for the 45-year-old musician.”