Maire Box Obituary

KINGSTON TWP. — Maire A. Box, 54, of Kingston Township, passed away Tuesday, Jan. 20, 2015, at her home.

Born in Benghazi, Libya, she was a daughter of Hillar and Hella Rummo Anton, Houston. She was a graduate of London Central High School, London, England, and Wilkes University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing.

Maire worked at the former Nesbitt Memorial Hospital as an emergency room nurse for 19 years and, most recently, with Eye Care Specialists Kingston Surgery Center.

She was a devoted mother, loving to spend time with family and friends. She was an avid photographer. Maire was a supporter of KISS Youth Theatre Company and the Little Theatre of Wilkes-Barre, regularly attending her daughter's performances and sharing with them her photography skills. Maire was a Cub Scout den mother and a past co-chair for the Dallas Lock-In.

Surviving, in addition to her parents, are her husband of 30 years, Jeffrey Box, Kingston Township; son, First Lieutenant Christopher Box, U.S. Air Force, stationed at Vandenberg Air Force Base, California; daughter, Adrienne Box, a senior at the University of Pittsburgh; sister, Karen Stridick and her husband, Walter, Mount Laurel, New Jersey; two nieces, Grace and Claire Stridick.

Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday from the Harold C. Snowdon Funeral Home Inc., 140 N. Main St., Shavertown. The Rev. Charles H. Grube will officiate. Friends may call from noon to services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Medical Oncology Associates Prescription Assistance Fund, 382 Pierce St., Kingston, PA 18704; or to NEPA Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, 125 N. Washington Ave., Suite 260, Scranton, PA 18503.

Published by Times Leader from Jan. 22 to Jan. 23, 2015.
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Maire my dear, it has been almost a month since you left this earth and I miss you more than ever. I am so glad you are in a better place, free from the suffering that predominated the last weeks of your life. I will do my best to take care of Chris and Adrienne as they adjust to losing you. You were our strength and positive reinforcement in all of our collective endeavors. Thank you for putting up with me for the last 30 plus years. You were the light of my life and I would give anything for one more day with you. I love you and I miss you dearly. Good bye my dear until we meet again in that better place. All my love forever. Jeff

February 16, 2015

Jeff, May God b e with you and comfort you.

Clarence Michael

January 27, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

illu altau

January 26, 2015

My heart is broken, Maire was an inspration to me. she was a dear friend for many years. She was an awesome RN. She was a very positive and uplifting soul. I will miss you Maire emensely. Love always Jody Volk

jody Volk

January 26, 2015

im so sad about the loss of a wonferful woman and nurse i worked with Maire at Nesbitt and will always remember her as a very happy woman ,my thoughts and prayers are with her family

Michael Wynn

January 26, 2015

I was so sad to hear the new of Maire passing. Please know you all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Catherine Polachek

January 25, 2015

Just the other day I was thinking about how you were doing and then I saw. Very sad for your family, very happy to have had the opportunity to help you. Rest in peace Maire.

Richard Cohen

January 25, 2015

Adrienne and family....so sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was a very sweet woman, and worked very hard for KISS theatre. She thoroughly enjoyed watching you kids and it was apparent. Heaven has gained another Angel. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Fondly,
The Boyes family
Jean, Charlie and Kyle

Jean Boyes

January 25, 2015

Words cannot say how sad we are for the loss of Maire. You are in our prayers and we will remember Maire forever.

michelle tomaselli

January 25, 2015

Maire was my nurse at Dr. Kopen's office. She was the most compassionate nurse and person. Rest easy, Maire and thank you for all your wisdom. God bless your family

Kate Taroli

January 24, 2015

Jeff, Chris & Adrienne,
We are so sorry for your loss. Words simply cannot describe the void all of us, and especially you are feeling. A life should not be measured by the number of breaths we take, but rather by the moments that take your breath away. Thank you for giving Maire a rich life that was filled with love, and take heart in knowing Maire is watching over you from Heaven. All of you remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Ed and Robin Weiss, Colorado Springs, Colorado

January 24, 2015

I am broken hearted that maire is gone. She will be missed by all. What an inspiration of strength and dignity she was to us all. I will love and miss her forever, she took a piece of my heart with her.

Carolyn Lore

January 24, 2015

Jeff and family, we are so saddened by your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

Charles & Denny Barber

January 24, 2015

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Barbara Pitcavage

January 24, 2015

Jeff,My condolences with the loss of your wife.. Jim Borino

justine borino

January 24, 2015

Jeff and Family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your wonderful wife and mother. Your family is in my prayers.

Lisa Luksic

January 24, 2015

We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of such a beautiful person. We are honored to have had the pleasure of meeting Maire when our children were very young and sharing stories over the years as they've grown into the young adults that she is so very proud of. Our prayers are with you all.

Keith & Cheryl Roberts

January 24, 2015

Jeff, Chris & Adrienne,
So sorry for your loss. Maire was a beautiful person, always a smile. I am sure she is a special angel...

Sharon Versari

January 23, 2015

God looked around his garden
And found an empty space;
He then looked down upon this earth
And saw your tired face.
He put His arms around you
And lifted you to rest;
God's garden must be beautiful,
He only takes the best.
He knew you were in pain,
He knew you might never
Get well upon this earth again.
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb,
so He closed your weary eyelids
and whispered 'Peace be thine.'
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you never went alone,
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

By Lindsey Zacher

Nancy Meiers

January 23, 2015

Jeff, Adrienne, and Chris
We are so sorry for your loss
Maire was a wonderful person and an inspiration to all
So strong and caring
Always a smile
Our prayers are with you at this difficult time
Thinking of you all

Sueann and Bill Shamnoski

January 23, 2015

Lt Box,

Sorry for your loss. She was obviously a great woman to raise such a wonderful son. Our thoughts are with you.

Colonel Shahnaz Punjani

January 23, 2015

Dear Jeff and family,
I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. You all have my deepest sympathy and prayers during this difficult time.

Jay McGee

January 23, 2015

Jeff, Chris, and Adrianne: words cannot express the heartfelt sympathy we feel for you and for Maire. She was so proud of you all and glowed when she shared pictures of your adventures and milestones. I never saw her without a smile. GOD bless! Remember... She's not gone, she's just away... So sorry I can't be there to support you in honoring Marie's beautiful life. You all our in our thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Sebastian, Rich Rome, and family

January 23, 2015

Box Family, So sorry for your loss. I worked with Maire at Nesbitt. Very talented nurse and always was smiling. I will keep her and you in my prayers.

Steve Skovira

January 23, 2015

I was so saddened to hear of Maire's passing. Sympathy and prayers to all of you.

Piret Sari-Tate

January 23, 2015

Jeff and Family,
So sorry for your loss. We worked at Nesbitt and fondly remember Maire. She was a super nice person and a great nurse. Peace and prayers,
Rick and Sheila Heck
Plains,PA

January 23, 2015

Dear Jeff and family

I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Stephen Shimko

January 23, 2015

Box Family, I would like to extend my sincere sympathy for the loss of your wife and mother. Chris, you obviously exemplify all the wonderful traits your parents instilled in you. God Bless you all.
Lori Line

January 23, 2015

Jeff and family,
Sorry for your loss, you will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Jeff and Anna Fuhr

January 23, 2015

Jeff and family, Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Liz Martin

January 23, 2015

Dear Chris, Adrienne and Mr. Box,
I am so sorry to see of Maire's passing. What a wonderful lady. I will keep you and her in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura O'Malley

January 23, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Marie was a gifted person. She will be sadly missed by all who knew her.

Judy Scoble

January 23, 2015

Dear Jeff, Chris, and Adrienne,
We are very sorry to hear of Maire's passing. Heaven gained a true angel. Her special caring of others with kindess and compassion will always be remembered. Our prayers are with your family.
Sincerely, Mike, Raeann, Gaetano & Juliana Buonsante

January 23, 2015

Jeff and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Maire was a wonderful person who always made those around her feel special. She will be greatly missed.

Joanne Gentle

January 23, 2015

Jeff,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jan and Boyd Myers

January 23, 2015

Jeff and family - shocked to read this. I'm so sorry for all of you.

Carol Houssock

January 23, 2015

Jeff,
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss.

Donald mcFadden

January 23, 2015

Jeff and Family-I am so sorry to have heard about this news. Nothing I say or do will make any of you feel better at this moment. Just know that I am praying and thinking of all of you. Ken

Kenneth Doolittle

January 23, 2015

Jeff, Chris and Adrienne - Ted and I are sorry to hear about Maire. She is going to be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Nancy & Ted Slivinski

January 23, 2015

So sorry for your loss Jeff. Chris Davis

Chris Davis

January 23, 2015

Jeff and Family, I was so very sorry to read of your great loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Williams

January 23, 2015

Dear Jeff and Family
I am sorry to hear about Marie's passing.
She was a great woman that you shared your life with, and a great mom,Your memories of her with always be with you everyday, Stay strong thru this time..God Bless.. Bob Parrish and Family

Bob Parrish

January 23, 2015

Jeff and Family, I am sorry to hear about Marie, She was a very nice and special person, always a smile.. I know what u are going thru, but memories will always be with you... God bless,,, Bob Parrish and Family

January 23, 2015

Jeff, We are consumed with sadness to hear of the tragic passing of Maire. Please know we are thinking of you during these difficult times and your family is surrounded by the love of many friends and neighbors.

Mulhern Family

January 23, 2015

Jeff and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest and heartfelt sympathy.

Linda Thoma

January 23, 2015

So sorry to hear about Marie. I enjoyed working with her at WBGH. She was a sweet, caring and compasionate person. Prayers for her family.

Marie Sweeney

January 22, 2015

Dear Jeff, Chris and Adrienne,

I am so very sorry for your loss. Maire was a wonderful friend and she loved you all very, very much. Every card and letter we exchanged over the years was all about all of you. Her love for you was incredible! I feel so blessed that I was friends with Maire for so many years. I am praying for all of you. Maire will live forever in all of our hearts.

Nancy Meiers

January 22, 2015

Dear Jeff and family, Please accept our deep sympathy on your great loss. Maire was such a gentle, warm, young woman. Beautiful inside and out... You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Dan and Irene Wisnieski

January 22, 2015

To the Box family: I am sincerely sorry to learn of your mom's and your wife's passing. I work with Chris and he is such a fine young man. I know this must be from the wonderful upbringing, morals and values from your entire family.
I will keep all of you in my daily prayers and hope that God will ease the pain in your hearts. God bless you all,
Marie George

January 22, 2015

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