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Howard Boyer Obituary

Howard Delbert Boyer Sept. 27, 1912 Dec. 11, 2011 Del passed away in Boise, Idaho at the age of 99 years. 'Many Horses' has hung up his spurs. He was the 2nd of 3 children born to Howard Franklin & Florence Oriole Boyer in Jackson, Montana. His father was killed in a homesteading accident when Del was 5 yrs old. After his mother married Albert Bates, 2 sisters were born to the family. He always had nothing but praise for his new father. Del grew up near the Oglala Souix Nation mingling with the people. He earned the Indian name 'Many Horses' because everytime he rode into their camp he was on a different horse he had caught. Del married Viola Mae Inloes on Oct. 13, 1940 in Hamilton, Montana. They became parents to Dianne Bean, Gene Boyer, Bob Boyer & Brent Boyer. Viola preceeded him in death in November 2011. Dad was the last of the true cowboys. A Celebration of Life will be held for Del & Viola in the spring of 2012.

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Published by Idaho Statesman on Dec. 13, 2011.

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Marlene Wright

December 13, 2011

We were so sorry to hear of Delberts death and also Viola's. They were a special Aunt and Uncle. Their family are in our thoughts and prayers. Lola and Richard, Marlene and Tom

Marlene Wright

December 13, 2011

We were so sorry to hear about Delberts death, also Viola. They were a special Aunt and Uncle. Their family are in our thoughts and Prayers. Lola and Richard Marlene and Tom

December 13, 2011

I had the pleasure of meeting the Boyer's at Summerwind Assisted Living, while visiting my loved ones. The 2 couples sat together and I always enjoyed talking with them.
Marcia Heathcock, Boise, ID

Trish Otto

December 13, 2011

It would have been wonderful to have known him as a young rider, Many Horses, and experience his relationship with the Souix. I'm proud to call him a relative.

Delbert & Dorothy Inloes

December 13, 2011

We are very sorry to hear of Delbert and also Viola death .We always enjoyed visting with them when we were at their home. Yes they are together again. Delbert & Dorothy Inloes

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