William David Boykin Sr.
William David Boykin Sr.
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Dave attended and graduated from Kathleen High School in Lakeland, Florida. Following high school in 1967, he joined the United States Marine Corps and honorably served 10 years before his discharge in 1977. He worked for the VA Medical Center in Battle Creek and Evergreen Senior Care as a CNA and had a deep passion for helping care for others. He also worked for II Stanley for many years. Dave married Kathleen Lewis on July 3, 2005 and the two have spent the remaining years together.
Dave is survived by his wife, Kathleen (Lewis) Boykin; daughter, Melisa (Brian Lake Jr.) Boykin; son, William D. Boykin Jr.; grandchildren, Kaleb (Tiffany) Lake, Saphyre (Madelyn) Lake, Brianna (Jacob) Lake, William Boykin III, Raymond Slagle; great granddaughters, Raylynn and Marleigh; beloved fur companion, Mickey; sister, Sherry Boykin; sister-in-law, Jackie Hotchkiss; nephews, Taylor (Angela) Boykin, James and Christopher Hotchkiss; special friend and neighbor, Judy O'Connor; and best friend for 40+ years, Kevin (Phyllis) Herr. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother, Don Boykin.
Dave enjoyed taking care of his garden and spending time on the water fishing. His love for the outdoors started at a young age as an Eagle Scout and found peace in camping. Dave told the best stories anything ranging from his younger years to his war stories. He was a devoted family man, and loved to be active with his grandchildren and great grandchildren, taking them wherever they needed to go. He will be greatly missed by all those that knew him and loved him.
A memorial service will be held at Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 11:30 am.
Full military honors and interment will take place at Fort Custer National Cemetery following the service.
Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. 269-788-9800. www.baxterfuneral.com.
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