John Clinton Boyer

John Clinton Boyer, age 84, of Naples, Florida, died on February 5, 2022. John was the son of John and Reba (nee Buffington) Boyer, and loving husband of Betty Jane Savard-Boyer. He was survived by his wife Betty Jane (BJ), who died on May 26 of this year, his sons Scott and Paul (Debi), stepchildren Chris Rossett (Joe), Cindy Payne (Ernie), Cherie Margarite Stutz (Vince) and Mark Savard (Christine) and many grandchildren. He is predeceased by his stepchildren William (Bill) (Susan), Gary, Robert (Bob), Henry (Chip) and Betty Jane.

John said that all he ever wanted to do was fly. As a child growing up in Philadelphia, he was interested in aviation, especially jets, building and crashing many model airplanes. He participated in the US Air Force ROTC program at Penn State University and then served in the USAF from 1959-1967. He was honorably discharged with the rank of Captain. During his service, he was a flight instructor on the T-33, and also flew the F-86, F-102, especially the RF-101 "Voodoo", and was stationed in Europe for four years. In 1967, he began a 30-year career with Northwest Airlines, retiring as a Captain on the 747; an aircraft he loved and spoke of reverently throughout his retirement. Curious throughout his life, John enjoyed learning new things; some of which included motorcycles, photography and darkroom, owning horses, flute, banjo, stamp collecting, sailing, zoo volunteer work, juggling, reading, history; (especially the Civil War and World War II), and furniture refinishing. After his retirement, he continued to fly recreationally and learned computer skills such as simulated flying programs and Excel, the latter of which he used as the secretary of his high school reunion committee. He was a life-long fan of Penn State football. John was a fine conversationalist, always ready to lend an ear and a kind word, to share a good laugh, or an interesting observation. As a friend, husband, father, and grandfather, he is already missed by his large family and many friends.

Family and friends are invited to his graveside memorial service at 10:00 AM on Monday, August 7, 2023, Calvary Cemetery, 235 Matsonsford Rd, Conshohocken, PA 19428. Luncheon to follow at Anthony's (Lamb Tavern) Springfield and Eagle Rds., Springfield, PA 19064. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Dr., Memphis, TN 38105, or to the charity of your choice.