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BORN
1946
DIED
2004
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3344 White Settlement Road
Fort Worth, Texas
John Boyer Obituary
Graveside service: 3 p.m. Tuesday in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 5 to 7 p.m. Monday at Mount Olivet Funeral Home.
Memorials: Possum Kingdom Lake Volunteer Fire Department, 358 North FM 2353, Graford 76449; American Kidney Association; Vitas Hospice of Fort Worth, 817-870-7000; or a charity of choice.
John Edward Boyer was born Oct. 13, 1946, in Springfield, Mo.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy as a Seabee during the Vietnam War. After moving to Fort Worth, he met and married Virginia "Ginny" Rinehart in August 1974.
John retired from the city of Fort Worth Engineering Department in February 2003 after 25 years of service.
His favorite pastimes included his artwork, spending time at Possum Kingdom Lake and riding his Harley.
The family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Vetta Higgs and staff at Texas Oncology, Dr. H. Andrew Dollahite and staff and Dorsey Moore of Vitas Hospice.
"Ride safe, my love!"
Survivors: Wife, Ginny of Fort Worth; mother, Lou Sileo of Arlington; sister, Sarah and husband, Dr. William K. Dougherty of Pioneer, Calif.; nephew, Jay Dougherty and wife, Mary and their daughter, Erin of Cincinnati, Ohio; niece, Jenna Petry and husband, Lee and their son, Alec of Ashton, Va.; sister-in-law, Julia Cornwell and husband, Brad; niece and nephew, Elizabeth and Wayne of Mansfield; sister-in-law, Martha Robertson Gonzalez-Flores and husband, Manuel of England; and numerous friends.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Boyer
Nanette Sorenson
May 5, 2005
Jennie I was so sorry to hear of Johns passing he was a really great guy i had a great time playing softball for him you are in my thoughts
Bill Jarrett
December 28, 2004
Ginny
I read "A Soldiers Prayer" at Ricks funeral and it gave us comfort. I hope that it will do the same for you.
A Soldiers Prayer
When I am called to serve, Dear Lord,
Wherever war may be,
Give me courage to fight the battles,
My country may ask of me.
Grace me with Your presence,
And know that I love You,
While I fight the enemy,
My country needs me to.
Help me protect my comrades,
As You expect me to,
And keep me in Your loving hands,
While I do what I must do.
I want to do my duty,
And to give the best in me,
To do what I've been called to do,
And protect our liberty.
And if, according to Your will,
I must give up my life,
Please bless with Your protecting hand,
My wife and family.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Laura,Mike&Amber Woolbright
December 25, 2004
Ginny,
We will miss John and never forget... Our love and thoughts are with you.
Love Laura,Mike&Amber
David Cooper
December 22, 2004
I have had the pleasure of working with John on several projects with the City. He was a great guy to work with and an enjoyable person to just sit and talk to. Please accept these condolences for your loss and remember, with time the pain of your loss will diminish and what will be left are the fond and loving memories of a special man. God bless you and your family.
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Robbin Cowen
December 22, 2004
I am very sorry for the passing of John. We worked together for many years and I always enjoyed his company. I wish the very best for you as you cope with the terrible loss.
Barbara Reyna
December 21, 2004
Dear Ginny,
I'm sorry for your loss. John brought alot of fun and laughter to all of us, especially when we played softball. We all will surely miss him.
RoseMary Deininger
December 21, 2004
Dear Ginny,
I am so sorry to know that the love of your life is physically gone from this world. His spirt is and will always be with you and those that love him. May you find comfort in family and friends and in knowing that John will continue to watch over you with God's blessing.
Hugs & Love,RoseMary
Hettie Lane
December 21, 2004
John was a wonderful person. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Chris Brooks
December 20, 2004
Ginny,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. This world has lost a great person and none feel it more than you right now. Please remember this: John was loved by so many because of who he was - A gentle, lovable, good natured guy who would not hesitate to help someone in need. We will all miss his laugh and wonderful personality.
La'Kina Roberson
December 20, 2004
John was such a wonderful person, he will truly be missed. May God bless you during this time. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Just remember HE is always there to comfort you. God bless.
Bob Terrell
December 20, 2004
As the former City Manager, I wanted you to know that I'm truly sorry to hear of your loss. Since retiring I had the honor of working with John on some engineering work with the City and he was always helppful. May God bless you and give you comfort.
Jon Newberry
December 20, 2004
It is always the great ones that leave to soon.
Viesha Kaminska
December 20, 2004
May God bless the family and nice memories will give you peace and comfort.
Prayers are sent to heaven;
"May God keep you in His care."
He's always here beside you
he's waiting in the wings;
to comfort and to guide you
and take away your pain.
You'll have more time together
it's a heavenly dream;
yes, God is always with us,
He's waiting in the wings.
Joe Patman
December 20, 2004
Thank you for everything John.
Debbie Chrisman
December 20, 2004
Ginny, Sarah and Aunt Lou,
I pray that you will all be comforted by knowing that John's suffering is over. Love you all very much. Debbie
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