In Loving Memory Of
Lonnie Dale Box
April 30, 1962-June 12, 2023

It is with broken hearts we announce Lonnie Dale Box passed away unexpectedly on June 12, 2023, from complications of a stroke, at 61 years old. He was surrounded by his loved ones and pastor Kerry Houston at Mad River Community Hospital. He is now at rest with his parents.

Lonnie was born on April 30, 1962 at the old General Hospital in Eureka, California, to Herbert Tex and Arlene Box. He grew up in the Blue Lake and Korbel area his whole childhood and was the baby of 5. Lonnie stayed close to his siblings all throughout life. He attended Blue Lake Elementary School and went on to graduate from Arcata High in 1980. He attended College of the Redwoods where he was a standout pitcher, which led him to follow his brother’s footsteps pitching for the Humboldt Crabs for three to four seasons. His love for baseball will carry on through generations.

In 1986 Lonnie and his first wife Toni Browne welcomed his first son Cody Robert Box. In 1988 Lonnie and Linda Adams welcomed his second son Casey Dale Box. Lonnie and Linda would spend the next 36 years together enjoying the life and family they built in the Maple Creek and Blue Lake area. Lonnie loved his sons dearly and enjoyed teaching them about hunting, fishing, ranching and the backroads. His time up Butler Valley with his sons will be forever cherished.

Lonnie was the best grandpa in the world. He loved every minute with his grandkids. They were his shadow, his pride and joy. He loved watching them play sports, he never missed a game. His grandkids will never forget their “papa cino”

Lonnie had a long career working for Simpson Timber Company in Korbel for over 20 years where he became a lumber grader. Lonnie was also part of the Korbel Fire Brigade. He was very passionate about the Mill and loved working alongside his family and friends.

Lonnie made many friendships throughout his life. He loved making people laugh and if you knew him chances are you have a funny story with him. He was an avid hunter and all his siblings say he was the best shot. He was a very simple man with the greatest sense of humor. He was an animal lover, a man of many traits. He had the sweetest soul and the most contagious laugh with the biggest dimples. His family is going to miss him deeply.

Lonnie was survived by his life partner Linda Adams, their son Casey (Angel) Box and grandkids Bailee, Miley and Braxton Box. His oldest son Cody (Sierra) Box and grandkids Cooper, Brooklyn and Bodie Box. His four older siblings; Bobby(Marie) Box, Mona Hill, Cindy Box, Monte(Teresa) Box, Greg Perry and his lifelong best friend Dana Jensen. Lonnie is also survived by many nieces and nephews he loved; Heidi and Terrence (Jenny) Box, Clayton (Jen) and Tory (Jessica) Swift , David (Brittany) Duran, Travis (Bella)Toledo, Lindsey (Andy) Titus and Sarah (Chris) Purvis.

Lonnie will be laid to rest next to his parents Tex and Arlene Box at Sunset Memorial. There will be a celebration of life at Camp Bauer in Korbel on July 30, 12-4 p.m. ,for friends and family.

Lonnie will be greatly missed. We love you, papa cino.

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