Max Boatman Obituary
Max F. Boatman, 75, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, passed away on October 15, 2025, after a battle with West Nile Virus. He was born in Asher, Oklahoma, on May 9, 1950, to Bernice Broyles and Freeman Bourassa.
After graduating from Odessa High School in 1968, Max joined the United States Air Force. He married Sylvia Branum, and they had one child, Sara Boatman. Max was a disabled veteran and spent his time writing poetry.
Max was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Boatman. He is survived by his daughter, Sara Boatman; brother, Raymond Boatman; nieces: Tiffany Boatman, Jeweli Flores, and Amy Pricer; dear friend, Clara Kibble; and many other family members and friends.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, October 20, 2025, 2:00 p.m., at Fairview Cemetery, 1400 N. Center Ave., Shawnee, Oklahoma 74801.
“A Little Walk”
I feel your smile,
In a special way,
Like a soul taken up,
Where joy fills the day.
Once again you are young,
Now in heavens array,
A new life to live,
Forever and a day.
Perhaps in the world,
Little is known,
About Jesus’ love,
And His heavenly throne.
I know that you know,
For I feel your smile,
Your touch of compassion,
While we walk our mile.
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603 W. Independence Street, Shawnee, OK 74804
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