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George Boyle Obituary
Pittsboro
George B. Boyle, 81, passed away on August 14, 2011, surrounded by the people he loved and that loved him.
George is survived by his wife of 57 years, Virginia and their children, Virginia and her husband Glenn Morris of Lansdale, PA, Patricia of Raleigh, NC, George and his wife Elizabeth of Irvington, NY, Christopher and his wife Carol of Garden City, NY and James and his wife Maureen of Garner, NC. In the circle and closest to his heart were his five grandchildren, Jack, Sarah, Christopher, Matthew and Caitlin.
George was a longtime resident of Garden City, NY and Caroga Lake, NY before moving to Cary, NC in 1988 then to Pittsboro, NC in 2005.
George was a worker, leader and mentor. He received academic scholarships to both Bishop Loughlin High School and Manhattan College in NY. At Manhattan, he was Student Council President, Managing Editor of the school's newspaper and President of the Debate Society. In the May, 1952 issue of the Manhattan College Newspaper, The Quadrangle, an article stated, "There is no doubt that Mr. Boyle achieved the extra-curricular acme here at Manhattan, but it's likewise true that not a man on campus worked as diligently and conscientiously to earn these accolades. He is living testimony of the axiom that success comes to those who work hardest for it."
In 1954, he graduated from Columbia Law School. His law career started in NYC with the firm Mitchell, Petty followed by Brown and Wood, where he was a senior partner. In 1988, he joined Poyner and Spruill, LLC, in Raleigh, NC. Throughout his career, he specialized in Public Finance. He was an invaluable legal advisor to the former State Treasurer, Harlan Boyles and local municipalities.
George will be remembered for his deep faith, love of his wife and family, willingness to debate all, and passing quiet time with a newspaper, hot tea and a roll of his favorite candy, Necco wafers.
There will be a visitation on Friday, August 19, 2011 from 6pm-8pm at Apex Funeral Home, 550 Williams Street, Apex, NC 27502. A funeral mass will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 10am at St. Andrew The Apostal Catholic Church, 3008 Old Raleigh Rd, Apex.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to your favorite charity.
Condolences may be made at www.apexfuneral.net
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Tounya Halsey
August 25, 2011
We only met George a few times; enjoyed his company; great laughter; and the love her showed for his family; We know he is in a better place; and through the times we talked with the family during his illness; he was a strong, determined and loving person; our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends; he will be greatly missed.
August 24, 2011
I am one of the hundreds of local government lawyers who benefited from George's wisdom and sage advice on any matter involving public finance. I first meet George when he was in New York City and rejoiced when he came to NC to practice law. Without question, one of the very best and brightest attorneys I had the privilege to know and work with. George's enormous love for his family was always evident in our conversations. While it has been many years since our paths crossed, I have fond memories of George and will greatly miss him.
Henry Underhill
Seattle, WA
Bob Kucab
August 19, 2011
George was a smart attorney with a real knowledge of tax-exempt bond laws, who provided professional services to the N.C Housing Finance Agency for many years. Thousands of families live in better and more affordable homes because of George's career. He made a difference!
Barbara Pelkey
August 17, 2011
The world has lost a wonderful man, the Boyle family has lost its patriarch and I have lost a person I highly respected and loved dearly. I came to know Pop Pop through my sister, Maureen Boyle, and whenever I was with Pop Pop and Maas they always made me feel like I was part of their family. You will be missed Pop Pop. Rest in peace, rest in peace.
Maureen Boyle
August 17, 2011
Most people are blessed once with awesome fathers. I was blessed twice. After my own Dad passed away, PopPop stepped in to fill that fatherly void. He was a very strong, determined and righteous man who gave good advice and loved his kids. His first concern, always, was his family. During his battle with cancer he showed us all the meaning of "quiet courage". While my heart is breaking, I'm finding comfort in knowing our Lord has welcomed a wonderful man into Heaven. Caitlin said it best Monday morning when she said “don’t worry Mommy, he’s happier now”. We will miss you terribly PopPop, but will see you again someday.
All our love,
Maureen and Caitlin
fjohn reinke (mc1968)
August 17, 2011
The Manhattan College alumni community shares the grief, and is now praying for our fellow alumni and the family at this time. The Alumni Office has been informed. As well as the Jasper Jottings community that I personally can reach. We are all a little poorer now. "No man is an island, entire of itself ... any man's death diminishes me". We are sorry for your loss.
James Boyle
August 16, 2011
For my Dad, my greatest hero. He showed unconditional love to me through my rough years as a teen, early years with the police departmet, and the recent years with Caitlin. His smile and laugh will be with him in heaven where he is with his brothers, parents and so many life long friends that had gone before him are. His job on earth was well done, he worked hard and spent time with his family. Five children grew up well under him and were ready for the world. I will miss our long talks, and his sharp advice. I have no regrets, nothing unsaid. Like we told Caitlin, he is free of his body that diddnt work anymore. His only concern through his fight with cancer was that Maas would be taken care of, he didn't want to go first.
My hero, the greatest man I have ever known now lives with Jesus Christ. His soul is in great company, he has returned to the allmighty father, and lives on.
With all my love, your proud son JB
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