William V. Boylan, Jr.

William Vincent Boylan, Jr., age 65, a longtime resident of Edgmont and recently of Downingtown, passed away at home on May 22, 2025 in the loving presence of his family. 

Bill was the loyal husband of Bernadette Boylan (née McCabe) with whom he shared 40 years of marriage. He leaves behind five loving, children Lauren Volpe (Michael) of Broomall, William V. Boylan III (Elizabeth) of Downingtown, Kevin Boylan (Shannon) of Swarthmore, Christopher Boylan (Victoria) of West Chester and Marykate Boylan of West Chester.  Bill absolutely cherished his role as a grandfather to Jonathan Volpe, Evelyn & William V. Boylan IV, and Mickey, Vivian, & Vincent Boylan. He is also survived by sisters Julie Brady of Galloway, NJ and Mary McCabe of Media, PA along with many nieces, nephews, and brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Beloved son of the late Mary (née Mellon) and William Vincent Boylan, Sr., Bill spent his childhood years in Havertown, PA. After graduating from Monsignor Bonner High School in 1978, Bill began working in the waste management industry as a truck driver for McCusker and Sons. At age 25 he married the love of his life, Bernadette, and settled in Drexel Hill before moving to Edgmont where they would raise their five children. After many years with McCusker and Sons, Bill ventured out on his own and created Boylan and Sons, LLC. He was well-known and respected in his industry. Upon selling Boylan and Sons, Bill returned to McCusker as his “retirement job”. With such an engrained work ethic, Bill could never bring himself to fully retire. Whether at work, where Bill gave 100% every day, or in the community, where he was always ready to lend a hand, Bill led by example – with integrity, compassion, and humility.

Bill was a dedicated friend and was generous with his time. He volunteered with the Rose Tree Colts as a football coach for many years. His Catholic faith was an integral part of his life. For the past five years, Bill was a parishioner of St. Joseph’s in Downingtown, but for most of his adult life, his spiritual home was St. Mary Magdalen where he served as a faithful and devoted Eucharistic apostle for over 20 years. He enjoyed his weekly visits with Jesus at 4:00 am in perpetual adoration. Bill and Bernadette were dedicated members of the Marriage Encounter Ministry for many years.

Bill was a diehard Eagles and Phillies fan. He found joy in simple routines - gardening with Bernadette, detailing his truck, and bike rides in Ridley Creek State Park or on the OCNJ boardwalk. He treasured summers spent with his family in Sea Isle City and Cape May, New Jersey.

Bill battled cancer with the same integrity, humility and faith that was deeply woven into his daily life. He was a good and faithful servant, and though the Lord called him home, Bill’s legacy will be felt for generations to come.

Family and friends are invited to a visitation Thursday evening from 7-9 pm at Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home, 15 E. Fourth St., Media, PA. There will be another visitation at St. Mary Magdalen Church, 2400 N. Providence Rd., Media, PA, on Friday morning from 9:30-10:45 am. Mass at St. Mary Magdalen will begin at 11 am followed by burial at St. Peter & Paul Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Bill’s memory to Bringing Hope Home (bringinghopehome.org)

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Arrangements by Rigby Harting & Hagan Funeral Home, Media, PA
www.haganfuneralhome.com