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Mack Boykin Obituary

Mack Osborn Boykin

SHREVEPORT, LA- Funeral services for Mack Osborn Boykin will be held at 12:00 pm on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at Rose-Neath's Southside Chapel. Interment will follow in Forest Park Cemetery, St. Vincent Ave.

The family will receive friends from 6 pm until 8:30 pm on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 at the funeral home.

Mr. Boykin went to be with the Lord at 3:30 pm on Monday, February 4, 2013, at the age of 90. He was a Charter Member of Westview Christian Church, a World War II Veteran and proud retiree of the Libbey Owens and Ford glass plant in Shreveport, LA.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lee Howard Boykin; two sisters Bessey Monkhouse, Eunice White and a brother John Boykin; two sons Robert Edwin Boykin and John Ray Boykin.

Mr. Boykin is survived by four sons: Thomas W. Boykin and wife Charlene, James D. Boykin, Connie Mack Boykin and wife Bobbie, Michael Lee Boykin and wife Elaine; eighteen grandchildren and seventeen great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

Pallbearers will be church members.

Published by Shreveport Times on Feb. 6, 2013.
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I have great memories of Uncle Mack, but only shared a few words with him during Holidays and also during the viewings of family that passed as well... God Bless you Sir. If you look up my Dad past the Golden Gates, I'm sure he'd love time to catch up with you, and maybe a fishing trip, if God can give yall a day pass to one of his favorite lakes. Maybe Toledo Bend? ;-)

David R. Vercher

March 27, 2013

Remembering our fond Christmas' at Grandmamma's. Keeping the family in my prayers.

Diane Vercher

March 27, 2013

I love reading the wonderful sentiments people have shared about Uncle Mack. I am not surprised at all that he is regarded as a wonderful Christian man, "most like Jesus." Rest in peace Uncle Mack. We can only imagine.

Debbie Vercher Frazier

March 27, 2013

I grew up on Marion Place with the Boykins about the same ages as my siblings and myself.a wonderful family.
Mack could always be depended on and so much do I appreciate his visits to my elderly parents in their final days.
A fine family...a fine man. They are probably visiting again in the place that God has prepared for those who love Him.

Carolyn Reynolds Bland

February 12, 2013

Soon we'll reach the shining river,
Soon our pilgrimage will cease,
Soon our happy hearts will quiver,
With the melody of peace.

Yes, we'll gather at the river,
The beautiful, the beautiful river
Gather with the saints at the river
That flows by the throne of God.

I'm sure Uncle Mack sang these words many times in life.

Peace be with you.

Kip and Jamie Parker

February 8, 2013

May God bless all of you and your family in this time of sorrow. Keeping all in our prayers

Jerry and Paula Webb

February 8, 2013

His legacy of love will live on! May his family find peace in his love of Christ and comfort each other's hearts knowing that this man, their father, was one of God's own. Tom always speaks of his Father and how he had a heart for God. Sorry for your loss and may God bless each of you.
Sue Major

February 7, 2013

we never met mr.mack,but felt like we knew him. his son,tom,[our s.s. teacher] says his dad was most like JESUS than anyone he knew.......what a testimony!!!

david&patsy speights

February 6, 2013

Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
Mark and Leslie

Leslie Green

February 6, 2013

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to Mack Osborn Boykin our “Brother-in-Arms”. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Mack. And to Mack it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country during WW-II while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. Mack, you are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion, I extend our sympathies and our condolences to Mack's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 S. Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

For the Commander, Carroll R. Michaud

February 6, 2013

May the family know how blessed we all were just knowing Mack. Our prayers are with you all and may GODS love comfort this wonderful family--Frank & Gail Van Alstyne

February 6, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to the Boykin family.

Wayne & Alice Womack

February 6, 2013

This is graduation time for Mack...a time to celebrate a long, blessed life! We shall always remember the kind, gentle spirit he displayed...just a lovely, Christian gentleman who loved his family and his Lord. It was easy to love Mack. May all his family find comfort in your memories and the legacy he left behind for you to cherish. God's blessings on each one of you, Rusty & Kay Shafer and Katherine Wainwright

Rusty and Kay Shafer

February 6, 2013

What a gentle, kind spirit Mack always displayed.

February 6, 2013

Sending my love and my prayers.

Teri Stadtlanderl

February 6, 2013

A wonderful and kind man. Loved by all that knew him. My deepest sympathy to the whole family

Karen Nicewarner Adams

February 6, 2013

I do not believe I have ever known a sweeter more gentle man..I am the former activity director at OJCCC. I loved Mr. Mack. I am originally from Bossier City..We would talk often about Shreveport:)..We would sing hyms together and one thing is known for sure..He loved the Lord and his boys:)I was blessed to have known your father..Pam Smith

Pam Smith

February 6, 2013

Mr. Boykin was loved by many. We always enjoyed his visit here at Boykin Brothers. He was such a kind and gentle man. I remember him always carrying his little poodle. I have fond memories of him at the camp on Toledo Bend, when my son "accidently" released a huge catfish he had in a basket, and Mr. Boykin just kindly smiled and forgot it. We will miss him.

Linda Ball

February 6, 2013

My deepest sympathies to the Boykin family.

Lisa Everett

February 6, 2013

To The Family of Mack Boykin,
I have no memories in life where the Boykins were not part of my surroundings. They go back to Fair Park Christian Church. Mr. Boykin was a true Christian, very hard worker who never got down on life even if it dealt blows that were not so positive. Even as a young child I remember the first days of Westview Christian Church out on Greenwood Road and then over on Darien and Portland. He and his family truly supported this church in its infancy. We would all do well to follow in Mr. Boykin's footsteps. May God Bless each of you and comfort you in your time of need.

Winston Ebarb
Carlyss, Louisiana

February 6, 2013

Mr. Mack Boykin was a kind, gentle, and loving man. He led by example and truly lived and reflected the teachings of Christ. Mr. Boykin left many of us with fond memories that will never be forgotten.

Terry Parker

February 6, 2013

Mr Mack Boykin was one of the greatest Christian men I ever knew and was very proud to know him. He actually 'lived' a Christian life for as long as I knew him. He was a good friend to everyone and enjoyed his entire family and was so proud of them. To know Mack, was to love him. May all his family be comforted in knowing there are some wonderful celebrations going on in Heaven. God be with all the Boykin family and friends. With much love, Judy Gilley Rayburn

Judy Gilley Rayburn

February 5, 2013

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