George E. P. Box
1919–2013 (age 94)
statistician
Biography
George E. P. Box was a towering figure in the field of statistics, forever changing how scientists and engineers approached experimental design, process control, and modeling. His notable insights, including the Box–Jenkins methodology and the emphasis on iterative learning, guided generations of researchers toward more rigorous, thoughtful analysis.
He remained a generous teacher and collaborator, curious about the natural world and committed to helping others ask better questions of their data. Box rests at Natural Path Sanctuary, leaving an enduring legacy of curiosity and clarity.