Hattie Beatrice Box of Rockford departed this earthly life November 6 2023. She was born May 2, 1940 in Tupelo, MS the daughter of Willie and Emma Walker. Hattie lived in Rockford over 60 years coming from Tupelo. She married Connie Box Jr., March 21, 1963, he receded her in death. Hattie was employed as an assembler by Atwood Mobile Product over 30 years before retiring and was a self employed seamstress. She was a member of Providence Baptist Church serving in the choir as a director. Hattie was a former member of Mt. Olive Baptist Church over 35 years. She was a member of the GMWA Rockford Chapter Choir. She graduated from high school in Tupelo.

Hattie leaves to cherish many loving memories, son, Riccardo Box; two daughters, Felicia Box and Scharletta (Rodney) Kinds; five grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents; husband; grandson, Jarvis Box; two brothers, Sid L. Walker and Johnny Walker; and two sisters, Betty Jewel Hill and Lilly Mae Harris.

Memorial services will be held 12:00 noon  Monday, November 13, 2023 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Doors will be open from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service