Gregory Box

Gregory Nick Box passed away December 10, 2013 at home unexpectedly. Mr. Box was born Sept. 13, 1955 to the parents of Fritz and Pearl Box. Gregory was from a large family of ten children. He went to school in Bayfield, Colorado. Greg loved to play fast pitch softball where he was known for his wicked pitch. Family stated he was an avid Bronco fan and would be found on the weekends in his favorite chair rooting the Bronco’s on. Mr. Box also loved the local casino on his days off. Greg was a strong family man and loved being surrounded by them all. He was a hunter and loved providing for his family. Mr. Box was very proud of his only grandson, Nakai Clyde Richard Box, and loved spending as much time as possible with him. Greg was proud of his Native American heritage and was a Sun Dancer. His family stated he was a very spiritual man and participated in many Sun Dances. His survivors are Craig Box (son) and Loren Watts (son) both of Ignacio, Colo., sisters, Shirley Esparza, Ignacio, Veronica Box Tibbets, Portland, Ore., Ernie Watts, Joyce Frost and C. Karen Box- Herrera, all of Ignacio, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. Proceeded in death by his parents, Fritz and Pearl Box, , Richard Box (son), Candace Watts (daughter), siblings: Orian Box, Clyde Box, Alvina Spencer, and Lena Box. A wake will be held 5:00 pm, Sunday, December 15, 2013 at the family residence, 5140 CR 516, Bayfield, Co. The funeral service is 10:00 am, Monday, December 16, 2013 at the SUIT multipurpose room, Ignacio, Co.