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Philip Boykin Obituary
Flip grew up in Virginia and South Carolina, where he was groomed into a fine outdoorsman at an early age by his father and grandfather. Under the expert tutelage of his father, Flip was molded in to a fine mechanic, mastering nearly all facets of automotive and marine repair. Flip served honorably in the U.S. Coast Guard and returned to Newport News where he earned his Associate's Degree in General Studies and "basket weaving" from Thomas Nelson Community College. Flip spent the majority of his career working for Virginia Power as an Equipment and Coal Yard Supervisor. Most recently he was employed with NAPA Auto Parts.
Flip enjoyed hunting, fishing and all things mechanical. He could typically be spotted driving one of his many Ford trucks although some would say he spent more time under them tinkering. Flip, who was known to play Santa Claus, was thoroughly delighted by the smile on a child's face. He was active in numerous youth programs, including York-Seaford Football, the Cub Scouts, and bible school. The impact he had on his children and countless young people will be felt for generations. Like his father before him, he could always be counted on for an enriching story, an enthusiastic joke and a delightful and passionate demeanor.
Flip is preceded in death by his father, Philip S. Boykin Sr.; his grandparents and uncle, Whit Boykin.
He is survived by his mother, Elisabeth Boykin of Seaford; sons, Seth and wife, Kelly of Chesapeake, Philip and fiancE, Stefanie of Williamsburg, and Wayne and wife, Jessica of Newport News; brother, Ted and wife, Louise of Seaford, Va.; sister, Mimsi and husband, Josef Kliment of Lexington, S.C., and sisters, Ellen and Elisabeth of Yorktown, Va.; and his fiancE, Patricia Harrison of Newport News; as well as numerous grandchildren, nieces, nephews and extended family who are all the better for knowing him and all the sadder at the sudden loss of a man who was passionate about everything he did.
A Memorial Service will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, April 17, 2010, at Weymouth Funeral Home by the Rev. Carleton Bakkum of Grace Episcopal Church.
Arrangements by Weymouth Funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Boykin
Carrol Snyder
May 4, 2010
I met Flip when we worked at Auto Zone together...never a dull moment when he was around! It was a shock to learn of his passing and he will be missed dearly. My condolences to the family and friends of Flip...he was truly one of the greats!!!
pat harrison
May 1, 2010
To my Darlin Flip My partner My Love My Friend I love that you are my best Friend You make me Laugh You are the Love of my life our warmth and closeness You keep me falling in Love with You more every day some peoplle never knew what they had till its gone I Do With all my LOVE FOREVER YOUR DARLIN Pat
pat Harrison
May 1, 2010
To my Darlin Flip You are my Partner My Love My friend I love that you are my best friend you make me laugh anywhere with you is my favorite place to be I love the romance our tender moments You kept me falling in love with you more every day I loved sharing everything with you the partner I could on the friend of my Heart and the one who means the world to me some people never know what they had till its gone I do I Love You so very much Your Darlin Pat Flip
April 24, 2010
I am a friend of Pat's and met Flip through her. I knew from the very first time I talked to him that he was a very special human being. His caring and generous nature were obvious and I loved his sense of humor. There was never a time I was talking with him that he didn't have a couple of jokes or amusing stories to tell - if I wasn't laughing, I was smiling. I was priviledged to witness a revitalization and a zest for living reborn in Pat because of Flip - and from all that I have been told, she had the same impact on him. There is no question that they were "made for each other". He had such a loving spirit and was made to love children.. it was easy to see how children would flock around him... children in their innocence have an innate quality to gravitate toward REAL and loving people. He will be sorely missed by everyone whose lives he touched.... for those special people who took the time to know Flip, loved him. My sincerest condolences to all those mourning the passing of this extraordinary man - and especially Ted, Pat and his children, grandchildren, nieces & nephews. May the Lord Jesus grant you comfort, grace and strength through this difficult time.
Blessings, Jeanne Taylor Amick (from Chambersburg,PA - Flip's old stomping ground).
Rachel Boykin Mittelstaedt
April 21, 2010
I remember when I was young my Uncle Flip would visit often. I was always excited to see him. He loved children and always made them feel special.
More recently I have spent a lot of time with him. Usually covered in grease, whenever we had a day off together.
I learned a lot about him from his stories. I wish I could have had more time with him to hear the rest of his stories. I will miss him very much.
Melissa Peters Barry
April 21, 2010
Flip was truly a sweet and special person. My favorite memory will always be of my cousin at our last family reunion who was singing with tears in his eyes, a big smile, and his arm around his mother. I will treasure that memory and my dear Cousin Flip always.
Danny Spruill
April 20, 2010
Flip was great with the kids of York-Seaford Football. He was a funny guy and we will miss him. From all of the York-Seaford family!
Terry Grinnalds
April 18, 2010
Flip and I knew each other as kids living in Warwick on the James and going to Riverside School. I haven't seen him since those days, but I am sorry to hear of his passing. I honor him for having grown to an obviously good man. I am sorry for your loss.
Eileen DeJohn
April 17, 2010
Seth & Family, We know this is a very difficult time for you, and no words of Sympathy can ease your sorrow, but please know our thoughts are with you, and that your memories and special times with your dad will bring you comfort. Love, Phil & Eileen
April 17, 2010
Our heart-felt sorrow to all the Boykin clan, & extended family. We enjoyed , not enough, a few years of friendship and laughs. Flip was , really, one-of-a-kind! We'll cherish the times we had together, & pray that he's watching from above. With sincere sympathy - - Art & Dot Knowles
Robert Green
April 16, 2010
Flip,
In the 40 plus years we have known each other there were some great times especially "back in the day" but I think one of the best was when you and I were making a refreshment run to the Cedar Lane 7-11 and you spotted a Newport News Policeman in his patrol car with a headlight out and you got behind him in your car with emergency flashers on and pulled him over to tell him that his headlight was out and that was very dangerous especially on Cedar Lane and he needed to have it fixed asap. He could not apologize enough. I'll bet that officer still remembers that to this day as I do. It was classic Flip. I will always remember all the great times we all had together and you always with a big smile on your face making good times even better. I will miss you very much.
Sharon Miles
April 16, 2010
Phillip, Ted and Family
We are so sorry for the sudden loss of Flip. He was a wonderful man who always had a smile and hug ready. You are in our thoughts and prayers,
All our love
Sharon, Mike and Family
Ann and Jim Russell
April 16, 2010
To our dear friend and "brother" Flip. We spent a lot of time together working on junk. "Outcast" comes to mind,along with numerous other relics, too many to count.
You were a really funny guy. You could tell a joke better than most.
We shared many happy times together. May your family cherish all these memories and keep them dear in their hearts. You will be sorely missed. God Bless dear buddy, dear friend.
Loretta Leary
April 16, 2010
I am sorry I didn't get the opportunity to personally get to know Flip. It sounds like he was a very caring, loving "Old Soul" the salt of the earth, who will be missed by many. Those lives that he touched they will carry his memory through life being all the more better for having known him. With his passing he is still touching peoples lives by all that he was. We can all only strive to be remembered with such grace as all have remembered Flip. To all his family my heart felt sympathy and to his sons you were blessed having been raised by him
Rebecca Pickral
April 16, 2010
Flip, You were the greatest father figure my children could have everhad Dawn, Susan and Wayne would not have turned out to be the people they are today without your love and guidance. For that we will be forever greatfull. Becky Pickral Gloucester, VA
Earl Blanton
April 16, 2010
Not only was Flip a big guy he was so big in life that it is impossible for me to sum my feelings about his far to early demise in mere words. I’ve known Flip since he was about six years old and had the good fortune to spend a month with him, his father, grandfather and grandmother and cousin Witty in the Alaska wilds in 1957 (Alaska still a territory) when he was only eight years old. His general conduct, vivid interest and adaptation, under the tutorage of this father and grandparents, was an excellent indicator that he would meet life head-on, adapt to its punches and still enjoy it to its fullest. And I believe he did just that. Over the years I fished and boated with Flip and we had many pleasurable conversations about, well about most everything. He was extremely knowledgeable on anything automotive, marine or mechanical, a good handle on politics and a wonderful sense of humor.
Flip was a good man with a big and generous heart, a person that loved and was proud of his family and someone that will be missed dearly. This Guy, like his father, will never be forgotten. My wife, Esta and I extend our truly heartfelt condolences to Patricia, his sons, his brother and sisters and to all of the other family members. May he rest in peace.
April 16, 2010
Seth & Family- Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sarrow, may looking back in the memory help comfort you tomorrow. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deanna & Robbie Felts
Philip Boykin III
April 16, 2010
My father was someone who made me very proud. I've been driving to become the man that I've looked up to for as long as I can remember. I've ranged from repeating his jokes in first grade, which landed me in hot water with teachers to even going so far as to earn my degree in Public Relations, something that came so naturally to him but required my continual effort. I'll spend the rest of my life chasing the vision I have of my father. I'll value family and friendships above all else, have passion for my work as well as my play, cherish animals and nature, and be generous to those in need. Though I'll never be the all knowing mechanic, expert fisherman or gifted intellectual, I can still hope that somewhere, someone is thinking, "he's just like his father."
Thank you for the sacrfices you made for me!
Michael Geithman
April 16, 2010
Flip. I first met you at NAPA AUTO PARTS and could tell instantly you were well versed in the automotive field. It was a joy to keep coming back to buy parts from you and just to shoot the gab about motors and things in general. You will truly be missed by all who came into contact with you. Take care my friend and my thoughts and prayers go out to your family and friends. Rest in peace.
Candy (Hixson) Whitley
April 15, 2010
I am so sorry to hear about Flip-I remember going to the Boykin home to visit Mimsi with my friend Pam Akers. We were just giddy teenagers.Flip was the "big" older brother who we thought was so cool. He was very nice-seemed to be a family trait-To this day,I still remember his Mom as one of the sweetest people I have ever met. May you find peace and comfort in all the memories and wonderful sentiments expressed here and elsewhere.
Ted Boykin
April 15, 2010
To my brother Flip,He was my mentor,I wanted to grow up to be just like him. I will miss working on things with him. If I could not fix it I always knew who to call. There were not many days we did not at least talk on the phone to see what the other was doing. Its not a change I'm looking forward to.
Mimi Collins
April 15, 2010
To my dear Uncle Fip - a wonderful uncle and godfather....you had the biggest heart and we could always rely on you for a laugh and a great hug. You will be missed so much!
Love,
Mimi, Vince, Veronica, Warren & Bettina
carolyn and Hugh Dolan
April 15, 2010
to the family of Flip:
We are thinking of you. Please know that we are praying for your healing and that GOD will carry you through, at this tuff time. Flip was such a sweet heart and a giving man. He touched so many people with his charm and wit. He is saddly missed!
Love Carolyn, Hugh and children
Appomattox va
Seth and Philip~ we will be down to see you soon.
Jud Gatch
April 15, 2010
Flip and I go back to the late 60's - stationed together at a remote military facility in the Caicos Islands - We shared some military challenges and many exciting adventures - to many to say here, but on one - he saved my life in a boating accident. Flip was my friend - and I will remember him as long as I live.
Danny Rhodes
April 15, 2010
To my Uncle Flip. You were a wonderful Uncle and Godfather, I will miss you dearly. This is very hard for me, for I really hoped for many more years of fun with you. May peace be with you and the fishing always plentiful. I love you. Love Danny
kelly boykin
April 14, 2010
Dear flip thank you for all the great times we had as a famliy,your ability to make us smile as well as laugh was natural and sincere not to mention your awesome hugs,you are and will be missed more than my words can convey.
Fritzi Bormann Barbour
April 14, 2010
I am so sorry to read of the passing of Flip! Many years ago, when I was selling real estate on the Peninsula, I had the pleasure of meeting Flip and working with several family members....at the recommendation and behest of Flip! What better endorsement could I have had than this enthusiastic and larger than life guy! I always think of my Newport News/ Seaford Boykin friends whenever I see a Boykin Spaniel here in my new home in South Carolina....I may have one of them yet! Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers!
Terry Chase and Kimberly Rowsey
April 14, 2010
Ted and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Please know you're in our thoughts and prayers.
grandchildren jasmine and noah
April 14, 2010
dear grandpa flip,you were a geart grandpa we always had good laughs and you always made us smile we enjoyed every minute we spent together,playing games,having fun and eating,always thinking of you and will miss very much!
Mike Brown
April 14, 2010
Richard, I am truly sorry for your loss. I did not know Flip but he seems like a wonderful man and I wish I had the pleasure. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Gerri Blanton Kalish
April 14, 2010
To the entire Boykin clan my sincere condolences. Flip and I met as children, through our fathers who were life-long friends. While we went years at a time without seeing each other, we always stayed in touch through phone calls or updates through our parents. Flip, you were larger than life and I can't think of a world without you in it. Rest in peace my dear friend.
richard seth boykin
April 14, 2010
dear flip,thanks for the many years and selfless dedication you showed gus and myself for without it we would not be who we are today and because of it we will be all the better,you always gave more than you had and your nothing was and is better than my something.the things you taught me will and are being passed to my family and friends alike.thanks for the things you said and didnt say,godspeed
Debbie
April 14, 2010
Pat: I am sorry to hear the loss of Philip my prayers are with you.
From your friend from hair salon.
Love Debbie
Chuck Teagle
April 14, 2010
I remember Flip from his days at York-Seaford Bulldogs. It was always a pleasure to talk to Flip and he loved being a part of the Bulldogs.
To Flips family my prayers go out to you at this time. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know.
He will greatly missed by everyone in the YORK-SEAFORD Bulldogs.
April 14, 2010
Ted,& Family,We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. We can understand your saddness. May prayers and thoughts help to heal your broken heart.
Nancy & Gary Blair Lanexa Va.
lawrence thornton
April 14, 2010
i knew flip for only a year, but always went out of his way to help someone. he will be missed while he tends to the parts counter in the sky. see ya there, flipper.
Cheryl English Pernell
April 13, 2010
Besty, I am so sorry to her about Flip, I remember him so well when we were growing up. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the rest of the family. Keep all your memories close at heart.
David & Kathy Jefferson
April 13, 2010
Dear Ted & Family,
So sorry for the lost of your brother.
Prayers and thoughts go out to all your family.
April 13, 2010
I was so sorry hear about Flip. He always had a joke and a smile....what fun we had on Edisto sitting around with Ginny and Roddy telling stories! All of us down here in South Carolina will miss him....
Sallie Perry
kim smith
April 13, 2010
sorry to nhear the loss of phillip my prayers are with you. the lost of a parent is so tough but we are thiking of you.
Dave Zellers
April 13, 2010
I will always remember Uncle Flip as a jovial, charismatic guy. I remember him as Santa Claus years ago at a Christmas party. He was the perfect choice. He will be missed.
April 13, 2010
So sorry about Flip's passing, our deepest sympathy to the family. We will
always remember the great times on Pin
Oak Rd, the many stories we had, that
we would recall when our paths would cross. Flip was always laughing!!
Jeanne and Jack Evans
April 13, 2010
flip you will be missed by all your frinds at napa
mike hatfield
dick minnick
Patty Guy
April 13, 2010
I have been friends with Philip every since he began dating my friend Pat, He was a kind and gentle person with a sense of humor that always brought a smile to my lips. He will be greatley missed.
Betsy Kliment
April 13, 2010
Uncle Flip was always smiling and the first to give a big hug and tell a wonderful joke. He was a true southern gentleman with the best bear hugs-I will miss him! Love, Betsy
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