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Richard Boyle Obituary
He served 20+ years with the Air Force. Upon retirement he became a teacher and then Principal of Strafford Elementary in Strafford, N.H. He continued his teaching career at Rochester Catholic School, and then became Asst. Principal. He served as Board Member for the Holy Rosary Credit Union. He was a coach, mentor and dedicated family man.
He is predeceased by his parents Raymond and Velma (Shapleigh) Boyle, his first wife Gloria (Levesque) Boyle, and his sister Joanne (Boyle) Blanchette, and his aunt Mildred Boyle. He is survived by his wife Jeanne (Levesque) Boyle, his seven children: Rick and wife Violet Boyle, Michael and wife Brenda Boyle, Patty and husband Dan DeMarco, Carol and husband Greg Crawford, Lauren and husband Tim Sullivan, Betty and husband Bobby Harris, Brian and wife Jen Boyle. He has 12 grandchildren, several brother in-laws and sister in-laws and many nieces and nephews.
SERVICES: Friends may gather at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, 189 N. Main St., Rochester, N.H., 10 to 11 a.m. Sat. Jan. 4, 2020 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers please make donations to Foundation Fighting Blindness. Spring burial will be in Holy Rosary Cemetery.
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Karen Burrows -Doe
January 20, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss mr.boyle was my principal from strafford elementary I loved him he was so awesome I have often thought of him over the years . My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen Grenier
January 11, 2020
My heart and prayers go out to you and your families with the loss of your dad. May his loving memories comfort you in the future.
Carol Perry
January 8, 2020
Mr. Boyle was a kind and gentle man who inspired a lot of students in his life, including my two children, when he was principal at Strafford Elementary School. He will be missed by all who knew him. Condolences to his family.
Tom O'Brien
January 7, 2020
My condolences to the Boyle family. I had the good luck of having Mr Boyle as a teacher, principal, sports coach, PE instructor and mentor at Strafford Elementary in the years 1972-74. As a coach he would load up his station wagon with the majority of the baseball team and off we would go to a neighboring town for a game. As a home room teacher he was great and always instrumental in helping us organize fundraisers for our class trip. He was available to any student for helping us through our adolescence. I would run into him in later years and he would always ask about my five siblings by name, that always impressed me. A great man who will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him, of that I'm sure.
Richard Boyle
January 4, 2020
You are missed Dad. Always in our hearts.
Hi Dad, its a weekend day, sometime in the 1960s, You are at the counter making bacon and eggs on the electric skillet, toast in the toaster, and big band music filling the house with glorious sounds, occasionally whistling, occasionally humming, asking how do you want your eggs, over easy or sunny side up, the smell of bacon already cooked permeating the air, and once in a while you might hear a song and reminisce, saying I remember when I first heard this song, it was. and regale us with a story of where you were, who you were with, and what you were doing, the consummate story teller, always with a ready tale.
And later, after a day of fun, and as the day was ending, you were sitting in your chair, reading, the same music playing, and your arms moving as if to conduct music, eyes closed. And humming.
And then it was bed time and you would visit us one by one, read to us, a story or a poem. A dedicated Dad, you cared for your family deeply, and lived your life in concert with the ethos that you would help each of us create the life we aspired to.
Hey Dad, how do others remember you? Each of us have unique ways we remember you, based on who you were for us, and when we met you. As Husband. As Dad. As Grampy. As Uncle Dick. As a brother in law. As a friend, coworker, coach, mentor, teacher, neighbor, customer, fellow board member.
As I talked to many of the people here, I listened to the words they used to describe you. Ill list them for you, Dad. Their words, of the man I was lucky enough to call Dad.
A life of service
A listener
A ridiculously good card player who seemed to know what was in everyones hands, and seemed to intuit what they were about to play
Able to communicate with everyone, all ages and levels
Always a pleasant word
Always a smile
Calm
Cared about everyone
Cared about their stories
coach
Courageous
Ego Free
Encouraging
Endearing
Friendly
Genuine
Giving
Great teacher
Guide
Had a genuine respect and love for each person he knew
Happy
Honest
Humble
Incredible man
Incredible memory
Kind
Knew everyone
Laid back
Loving
Man of his word
Mellow
Mentor
Passionate
Pragmatic
Reliable
Seemingly knowledgeable about everything
Sincere
Sweet
Upbeat
Upstanding
Whistling
Wise
Dad, you are a man of simple tastes. Your favorite foods included hot dogs and macaroni and cheese, and iced tea or a diet doctor pepper, perhaps an occasional snack of cheez its. You enjoyed your books, reading when you could. You would be at all our games and activities, and when we grew up, you came to our kids games.
You lived your life in service to your country, your community, your Church, and your family. Whether as a reporter, an editor, a serviceman in the Air Force, a board member, a teacher, a principal or a coach, you were selfless and prepared to help any who needed your help. You loved your sports, especially the Braves and Red Sox, and you shared your love of baseball with all of us children, each of us having our own unique memories of time spent at Fenway and other ballparks watching the games.
Its so telling that when you got your degree, going to night school while in the service, it was in History. You loved story, and would always have the most incredible stories of everything you did and everyone you knew. You had a most amazing memory. Your degree allowed you to pursue your passion, teaching. You saw the possibility in the face of every student, motivating them to excel and reach their potential and beyond.
Dad, a friend of mine from India wrote me recently that he took solace in his faith, which believes souls are eternal and never die, and that beautiful souls come to the mortal world for a specific purpose. Dad you were and are and always will be a beautiful soul, and your purpose was to show us how to be the best a man can be. There can be no doubt that you are now sitting amongst angels and sometimes with our departed Uncles playing cribbage and bid whist.
All you ever asked of us is our best, and Dad, well try to be that best to honor your memory. And when we slip a bit, or deviate, as we inevitably will, we know youll be there in spirit to encourage us to get up and try again, always moving forward, just that calm voice, saying Try again, I know you can do it. Do your best.
I think I speak for everyone here, when I say thank you Dad, for a life well lived, for being a role model we can all aspire to be. Rest now Dad, your work is done. Know that we will honor your memory and your life every day, and tell your story. And inspired by your story, find ways to be there for others. We love you Dad! Rest now.
January 4, 2020
Dear Jean and family, Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our family connections through Joan , Lucien and Ernie were special during my growing years,were special. I still remember his encouraging phone call when we were both stationed in Thailand in the 70s. I know he will be sorely missed but he is in the arms of his Lord and Savior now, and for that reason we must all take solace. My mother Genevieve, who Dick knew well, died on the same date in 1996. They are enjoying the joys of eternal life together.
God Bless you all in this sad time,
Ray and Betty Blanchette
David and Priscille Wentworth
January 4, 2020
Dear Boyle Family,
Your Husband and Father was such a gentle, loving soul, always a smile on his face. Always remembered everyone and knowing where he knew you from and who your whole Family was! He was an amazing gentleman who will be missed by many!!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very trying time!!! He will be watching over all of you as he is at Peace with God!
Lee Sanfacon
January 4, 2020
Condolences to the Boyle and Levesque families.
Lee and Dolly Sanfacon
Alice Juliano
January 3, 2020
Dear Patty, Dan, Danielle and Lexi, The full and wonderful life he lived will bring you comfort. To be blessed with 6 children and 12 grandchildren is quite the legacy.
Thoughts and Prayers with you and all your family.
Alice and Don Juliano
James Brock Family
January 2, 2020
Sending our deepest condolences. My brother and I were both taught by Mr. Boyle and learned so much from him at RCS. My father was on the Holy Rosary Credit Union with him and has very fond memories of their tenures on the board. May you find peace, love, and hope in the memories you shared!
Gerard fOGARTY
December 31, 2019
A life well lived! RIP Mr. Boyle.
Anita BairdPhilbin
December 31, 2019
To the Boyle and Levesque Families,
Our Sincere Sympathy and Prayers are with you all at this time.
Sincerely Anita BairdPhilbin and Family.
December 31, 2019
Our sincere condolences go out to you Jeanne and your family. We knew Dick as a teacher for our children at RCS.
John and Maryanne Cowles
Mike Boyke
December 30, 2019
Missing you dad..you were always upbeat and smiling and enjoying life...I know my uncles are in heaven waiting for you to play cribbage..May every hand be 4 fives with a jack for the cut..
Mark Wendell
December 30, 2019
You were a tremendous help to me as a young teacher and coach in the mid 90's at St. Elizabeth Seton school. When I transitioned from P.E. to math you were instrumental in that process, all the while encapsulating me with stories of Ted Williams and other sports stars of yesteryear. Later on it became one of the great pleasures of my life to coach your grandson Jake in basketball. Rest in Peace and love my friend.
Sheelagh Connolly
December 30, 2019
Loving thoughts go out to Jeanne and family. Will miss Dick, he was truly a great friend.
Heather Allen
December 30, 2019
So sorry for your loss Lauren and the whole family. Our deepest of sympathies go out to you all. The Allen Family
Jackie Keating Callan
December 30, 2019
Jeanne and family.Sending sincere sympathy.
Dawn Coronis
December 30, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Andrew Finglas
December 30, 2019
An extremely nice man and great teacher. Sorry for your loss. RIP Mr. Boyle
Aaron Horne
December 30, 2019
Coach/Mr Boyle. You sir were an amazing man who showed nothing but love and compassion for anyone who crossed your path. I cant thank you enough for the love you gave everyone in your life and appreciate being part of your family.
Joe & Anita Mailloux
December 29, 2019
To the Boyle Family, Richard was blessed in so many ways, especially with his beautiful family. We feel blessed to have called him a dear friend and know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time and we send our heartfelt deepest sympathy. Love, Joe & Anita Mailloux & Family
Katie Ramsey - Nickerson
December 29, 2019
As a former student, I always enjoyed his classes and learn lots. He was always great to see in church and will be truly missed.
Katie Kostis
December 29, 2019
I have fond memories of being in Mr. Boyle's science class in 8th grade at RCS. Not only was he a wonderful teacher, he was a great man. May his memory be eternal.
With sympathy,
Katie (Fazekas) Kostis
Kathy Marden Kuneck
December 29, 2019
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of this fine gentleman. I've had the privilege of seeing him a few times in the past few years, and he still remembered me, after all this time. Hugs and prayers.
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