Suzanne M. (Sparks) Box, 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at Harbor Point Assisted Living in Centerville. She was the beloved wife of the late James A. Box, with whom she shared 37 loving years of marriage until his passing in 2009.
Born in Attleboro on November 18, 1936, she was a daughter of the late Arthur J. and Cecile M. Sparks. Suzanne spent many years teaching at the Forsyth School of Dental Hygiene. She also served as the department head of the Dental Hygiene Program at Cape Cod Community College.
She was intelligent and intuitive, and enjoyed keeping busy with various DIY projects. Suzanne was an avid golfer, and enjoyed spending time outside, whether it was working in her garden, hiking, snow-shoeing, or skiing. Above all, Suzanne will always be remembered for her positive, upbeat attitude and kind, caring nature. She truly cherished time spent surrounded by her friends and family, and would always lend a helping hand to someone in need.
Suzanne is survived and will be deeply missed by her brother-in-law, David H. Ellinwood, Sr.; and her niece and nephews, Janet MacFarland, David H. Ellinwood, Jr., James S. Ellinwood, and Steven MacArthur; as well as many great-nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her sister, Barbara MacArthur.
Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Saturday, December 2nd from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Doane Beal & Ames Funeral Home, 260 Main St., West Harwich, MA 02671. Interment will follow directly at Island Pond Cemetery in Harwich Center. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.doanebealamesharwich.com
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