Jeffrey “Jeff” A. Box, 59, of LaPorte, died unexpectedly at 12:38 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 11, 2015, in his home.
He was born April 12, 1955, in LaPorte to John and Elizabeth (Cockshott) Box.
Jeff loved sailing, spending time in KOP, stargazing and watching wildlife, working puzzles, spending time at the LaPorte County Fairgrounds and spending time with his cat, Socks, who was nicknamed “Kitty.” Jeff was a very gentle person who was kind to everyone.
Surviving are two brothers, Phillip (Paulette) Box of Michigan City, IN, and Michael (Joy) Box of LaPorte; one brother-in-law, Michael Workman; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents and one sister, Susan E. Workman.
A memorial gathering for friends and family will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 12, at W.A. Cummings Lodge in Soldiers Memorial Park, 350 Grangemouth Rd., LaPorte. Food will be served. Lakeview Funeral Home and Crematory, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the LaPorte County Home, 2852 Ind. 2 West, LaPorte, IN 46350.
Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP, as well as at www.LakeviewFHC.com.