Douglas Dean

Box

Douglas Dean Box, 80, of Jonesboro, passed away on November 13, 2026, at The Springs of Jonesboro Health and Rehabilitation. Doug was born in Jonesboro on February 1, 1946, to the late James Earl and Thelma Box. In addition to his parents, Doug was preceded in death by his brothers, James Harold and Joseph Alvin Box.

Doug was born and raised in Northeast Arkansas and was a Baptist. He got an early start in his shoe career around age 13, when he began working at Whal’s Slipper Shop. He later moved on to Willett’s Shoe Store before eventually owning and operating Doug’s Shoe Store. Doug did everything from sweeping the floors and manning the register to managing the entire business. He was immensely proud of his work and the service it provided to the community. Outside of work, Doug loved joyriding, playing with his dogs Feefee and Sassy, and fishing at Lake Hogue or Craighead Forest Park. Doug had a unique, contagious laugh that could fill a room with smiles and warmth. Most importantly, he was proud of his family. Time spent with his children and grandchildren kept his heart full of love and happiness. Doug will be greatly missed by friends and loved ones alike.

Doug is survived by his son, David Box (Amy), of Hernando, MS; his daughter, Sheri Box, of Jonesboro; his brother, Donald Box, of Jonesboro; his former spouse, Betty Box, of Jonesboro; his grandchildren, Dillon Box (Megan), of Hernando, MS; Riley Kate Gibbs (Oakley), of Birmingham, AL; and Braden Box, Desteny Box, and Dakota Box, all of Jonesboro; and his great-grandchild, Micah.

A graveside service will be held at 2:30 pm on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at Ransom Cemetery in Jonesboro. A visitation will precede the graveside service at Emerson Funeral Home from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm.