Cory Joe Box

Amory – Cory Joe Box, 32, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2016, at his residence. Born on January 1, 1984, in Amory, MS, he was a son of Theresa Kay Knight Gann and Quitman Gary Box.

Cory attended school in Houston and in Hatley. He persevered, got his GED, and later went on to receive his Commercial Drivers License Certificate from Itawamba Community College. Cory was a talented young man who worked as a truck driver for both Rimmer Trucking and Averitt. He also worked at Grammer in the warehouse. Cory was a member of LifePointe Church in Amory. His family and friends meant the most to him in his life.

He was outgoing and dedicated to keeping his body in tip top shape by working out daily. His successful journey with weight loss and the transformation of his body was a great testimony to others and it gave others inspiration to tackle their weight problems. Cory’s big heart was evident to all that knew him and if someone were down, he would cut up and act silly until he made the person smile. To his family, he was a great son, an awesome brother, and a loving husband. Cory was adventurous and he liked to go mud riding and riding street bikes. He enjoyed the thrill of swapping, trading, and bartering for different items and enjoyed the friendships made through those transactions. He listened to all types of music, especially while riding in the car. One of his favorite songs was “Lead Me Home” by Jamie Johnson. There was never a dull moment when he was around you and he never met a stranger. He was a wonderful, fun-loving man, who will be missed greatly.

Survivors include his wife, Leanne Box, Amory; mother, Theresa Gann (Ned), Amory; father, Gary Box (Brandye), Columbus; sisters, Amanda Knight, Amory; Whitnye Stockman (Clay), Columbus; Paige Chavis (Dustin), Amory; Brie Perkins, Columbus; brothers, David Gann (Carla), Little Rock, MS, Brandon Perkins, Tuscaloosa, AL; grandparents, Joyce Gann, Houston; Ed and Brenda Williamson, Columbus; several aunts and uncles; several nieces & nephews.

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Robert “Bob” Knight; Joe and Bill Nelson; Sam and Dora Box; and brother-in-law, Billy Coker.

His Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 PM, Sunday, March 20, 2016, at E. E. Pickle Funeral Home, Amory, with Bro. Rob Westbrook officiating. Burial will follow in Haughton Memorial Park. Pallbearers will be Jeff Westbrook, Eric Moreland, Brandon Perkins, Josh Pickle, Justin Bird, and Robbie Horn. Honorary pallbearer will be Tony Easter.

Visitation will be from 5 - 8 PM, Saturday, March 19, 2016, at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to St. Jude, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or donations to help with funeral expenses are appreciated.

Memories and condolences may be shared with his family at EEPickleFuneralHome.com.