BOX – Robert James Patrick

Born on March 17, 1937. Passed away June 2, 2025.

Formally from Hallora and Warragul, farmed in Fish Creek.
Much loved husband of Valerie (dec) for over 50 years.
Loved father and father-in-law to Angela and Brett, Davin and Sheri, Melinda and Geoff, Nicole and Shane, Anthony, and Christopher.
Beloved poppy to all his 19 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Always looking over us. 

Loved forever. 

Funeral Notice
St Joseph’s Catholic Church 19 Oconnell Rd, Foster View Map

Requiem Mass for the Repose of the Soul of Mr. Robert James Patrick Box will be offered at St Joseph's Catholic Church, 19 Oconnell Rd, Foster on FRIDAY (June 13th 2025) at 1:30 pm.

At the conclusion of Mass the Funeral will leave for internment at Meeniyan Cemetery.

This service will be livestreamed to view please CLICK HERE.

Tributes
  1. Roz and I are both so sorry for your sad loss of Rob
    To the Box family, please accept our sincere condolences at this sad time.

    Rob will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A hard-working knowledgeable dairy farmer all of his life.

    Loving husband of Val(dec) for over 50 years. brother of Mary and John, proud father of Angela, Davin, Melinda. Nicole, Anthony and Christopher, grandfather of 19 and, very recently, great grandfather of one.

    Rob was a man of the land, a dairy farmer all of his life, a straight shooter and very proud of his brood. Honest as the day is long and a true lover of Aussie Rules, especially the Bombers!

    RIP Rob – 🌹 we’ll all miss you!

    Pete & Roz Vanzuyden and family..

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    Peter Vanzuyden June 4, 2025
  2. We are thinking of you all at this heartbreaking time.

    To the Box family, please accept our sincere condolences at this sad time.

    Rob will be sadly missed

    Kristy, Stew, Tullee, Oscar, Amaya Malcolm

    Kristy Malcolm June 4, 2025
  3. Deepest sympathy. To all of the family on the loss of your beloved Dad and grandfather. May he rest peacefully now . Special love to Angie and family from us both. Dawn and Ashton 💔💔

    Dawn Farrell June 4, 2025
  4. To the Box family, our sincerest condolences to you all on the passing of Rob. A great man and farmer. Rest peacefully Rob. Geoff & Glenys Thompson and family.

    Glenys Thompson June 5, 2025
  5. Sending so much love at this sad time, such a character who will be missed dearly xx

    Kate Lew Ton June 5, 2025
  6. TO MY DAD Roob
    You mean the world, and more,its true.
    So here is a special gift from me to you.
    its a token of my love for all you do .
    No matter where iI am and how far away,
    I will always love you more than words can say.
    Thank-you For being my Dad.

    Love You Forever. Lindy & Geoffrey xxx ooo

    Melinda Box June 8, 2025
  7. It was a privilege to have known Rob. Condolences to all the family.

    Irene Kelly June 10, 2025
  8. Love and thoughts to Angie, Brett and all your family at this sad time! Your Dad will be sadly missed by you all. Love Heather Craig and familyXxx

    Heather Curtis June 12, 2025
  9. Condolences to your entire family at this difficult and sad times.
    Thinking of you all
    Sending a warm hug
    Sarah McCall

    Sarah McCall June 12, 2025
  10. Robbie had a kindness and quiet strength, and left an indelible mark on all of us. He was a role model, showing by example what it meant to live with honour, humility, and heart. His warm presence, gentle wisdom, and focus to live for others will be profoundly missed.

    Lachlan, Amy, Everett and Anika

    Lachlan Montague June 13, 2025
  11. Sorry to hear the sad news. Have fond memories of Boxie and was good mate to Barry.
    Sorry I couldn’t be there on the day

    Ena Ryrie June 18, 2025