Name: Visitation for Robert D. Boxley
Start: 2019-02-28T18:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-02-28T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Andrews Mortuary and Crematory - Market Street Chapel - Wilmington

ROBERT D. BOXLEY Robert D. Boxley, 81, of Wilmington, NC, passed away at his residence with his family by his side, on Saturday, February 23, 2019. He was born in Montgomery, WV on March 4, 1937, son of the late Alphonso Price Boxley and Rachael Barksdale Boxley. Mr. Boxley graduated from Mt. Lebanon High School in Pittsburgh, PA in 1955. He received his Associate in Arts Degree in 1960 from Wilmington (NC) Junior College, and his Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration in Management and Marketing in 1972 from Morris Harvey College (now Charleston University), in Charleston, WV. He was employed with Ranger Fuel Corporation (Pittston Company), in the production of coal in and around Beckley, WV, 1960-1975. Mr. Boxley was later employed with Singer Corporation as a Supervisor and with Babcock and Wilcox in Wilmington, NC, 1975-1979. He was an owner/operator of McDonald's Restaurants, with two stores in Cumberland, MD and one in Berkley Springs, WV. His stores earned the prestigious Ronald McDonald Award in 1989 and 1992. His memberships included, Little Chapel on the Boardwalk Presbyterian Church, the East Wilmington Rotary Club, St. John's Lodge No. 1 A.F. & A.M., Sudan Shrine Club of New Bern, NC, and 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Bodies, Wilmington, NC. He was also a Member of Court 117 Royal Order of Jesters, in Cumberland, MD, and Cape Fear Model Railroad Society and Cape Fear Western Railroad Club. Mr. Boxley served his country honorably in the United States Army Reserves. Besides model railroading, he also enjoyed playing golf. Surviving is his loving wife of fifty-seven years, Brenda Crump Boxley; sons, Robert D. Boxley, Jr. and wife, Julia of Virginia Beach, VA, and William P. Boxley and wife, Andrea of Wilmington NC; four grandchildren, Daniel, Michael Dean, William Price, and Alexander (Zan) Boxley; a twin brother, Benjamin W. Boxley and wife, Carol Moreland Boxley, and a brother, Alphonso Price Boxley III and wife, Dale Sneed Boxley. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday, February 28, 2019, at Andrews Mortuary Market Street Chapel with The Rev. Pat Rabun officiating. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 1:00 PM Thursday until the service hour. Following the service, entombment will be held at Oleander Memorial Gardens, Wilmington, NC, with Masonic Rites accorded by St. John's Lodge No.1 A.F. & A.M., and Military Honors by an Honor Guard from the United States Army. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.andrewsmortuary.com Andrews Market Chapel Service

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Published by Wilmington Star-News from Feb. 26 to Feb. 28, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Boxley

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18 Entries

Price and Zan Boxley

March 1, 2019

Always in our heart Poppy. You will always be Poppy
Number one. Love you to the moon and back

Mary Phillips

March 1, 2019

Brenda and Family: What a great guy and man Bob was. Always having a huge smile on this face and telling jokes that we would all laugh at even if I didn't understand. Not only a family friend but banking buddy too! His photo is so perfect and with great love to your family, Mary Phillips Saieed and Steve Saieed

Bob and Sharon Moreland

February 28, 2019

We are so sorry to hear of Bobs passing. Please know that your family is in our hearts and prayers. Please convey our sincere sympathy to the family.

Edward Huber

February 28, 2019

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Bob for many years when he was in Cumberland. I don't think I ever saw him without a smile. He was always very kind and a gentleman.

Joyce & Bernie Maguire

February 27, 2019

Bob Boxley will always be remembered as a dear friend, a close neighbor, a welcomed conversationalist, a patriot, and a man always with a smile and a sense of humor, a man who appreciated military service, and one you could not help but love. We knew he loved his family; he often went out of his way to sing their praises. Bob will be sadly missed.

We are in Mexico and very sorry that we cannot be with Brenda and the family to offer our condolences in person. Our prayers are with the family. May Bob rest in peace.

Mark Aydelotte

February 27, 2019

I met Bob about two years ago at the Cape Fear Model Railroad Society and soon we became friends. I always enjoyed talking with him and exchanging model train stories. He would often share with me other tales about some of his past ventures and adventures. His stories always made me smile at least, but usually he made me laugh. He was a good man and quite a character. I wish I could have known him longer. He will be missed.

Elizabeth Frye

February 27, 2019

Like Bob I was born in West Virginia and am a member of the Little Chapel on the Boardwalk. Because I lived in northern WV, my husband and I spent many hours in Pittsburgh, PA for sports and cultural events. I would like to extend my sincere sympathy to Brenda and the rest of Bob's wonderful family. Elizabeth "Libby" Frye

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Jim Mincher

February 27, 2019

Bob was an awesome person! I knew him through his love for bicycles. I am so glad Bob and I crossed paths in life, he was truly a great person and always fun to talk story with. He will be missed, Jim Mincher

Glenn Davis

February 26, 2019

Robert Boxley was one of few people I could really call "Friend". I cherish every moment we had to chat about anything and everything, and he was someone I could share by deepest feelings with and he had a way of letting me know, he understood. I knew if I ever needed him, he'd be there for me. I felt that devoted to him as well. He came to see me during my one and only stay at the hospital and that meant a lot to me. Bob was unselfish, generous, kind, and always wanted to do the right thing. We talked recently about getting together one day for lunch. I reckon we put it off a little too long. I wish I had had a chance to sit one more time with him, even if all we did was sit. I woulda told him how much I loved him. I am grateful for his time, his honor and his courage and I look forward to celebrating his life on Thursday. I am going to miss Bob.

Phil Bernard

February 26, 2019

HEY BOY: I promise I wont tell Brenda about all the train stuff you bought that she doesnt know about! IlI miss you, along with many others. I hope youll now have time to ride that yellow Jeep some more. Phil and Laurie Bernard

Thank you so much for years of wisdom! We will miss you greatly!

The Boxleys

February 26, 2019

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. You are in our hearts always and forever. Miss you whole heartedly!

Ronald Copley

February 26, 2019

Bob was a Rotarian in Wilmington East Rotary for well over 20 years. Bob and I had a silly little routine each time we saw each other. I would ball up my fist and say "just one time big guy" and then "I'll run because I know you will get me." We had a good time with that. I'll never forget his winning laugh when I would tell him a joke, which was often. Will miss Bob, his winning smile, and great attitude that didn't waver even after he became ill. A great guy. He died with dignity. My condolences to the family.

John Rhodes

February 25, 2019

Bob Boxley was a good man, a patriot, and a gentleman. He will be remembered for his friendship, his generosity, and his unfailing good humor. Bob always preserved a sense of fun, a simple joy, that we in the train club saw every week.

We will remember him. Posted by John Rhodes, Secretary, The Cape Fear Model Railroad Club

Mike Hardesty

February 25, 2019

I will always cherish the time we spent playing with the '51 Willys and telling Jeep stories (mostly true ones)! Every time we visited you in NC, you were proud to introduce me as your friend from Pennsylvania. Sheila and I were blessed to join you at the beach and for some of your family gatherings. You and Brenda taught us the true meaning of "southern hospitality!"
I am thankful that I got one last opportunity to speak to you on the phone last Thursday!
Much love to the the whole Boxley family!
Mike & Sheila

Eddie and Sarah Richard

February 25, 2019

Prayers to you and your family.

Leatha & Bob Ritchie

February 25, 2019

Bob was a good neighbor in Surf City. He was always ready to share a story, catch up on our family, and would loan you any tool in his garage. We will miss his wit and positive outlook. We promise to help Brenda with the yard work. Love to all the family, The Ritchies

Kaye Wilder

February 25, 2019

Brenda, Bobby, Billy and Family , our family is truly saddened by the loss of our fun-loving, larger than life Bob .
Our thoughts and prayers are lifted in your behalf during this difficult time.
Bob touched so many lives as your family explored new areas you called home.
Uncle Bob won our grandchildrens hearts and affection in the short time they were together in November .
Much love to all of you, Mike , Kaye, and Family

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