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Richard Boyer Obituary
COLONIE - Richard "Dick" A. Boyer, age 97, departed this world to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on March 1, 2024. He willingly left to join his wife, Mary, in heaven.
Dick was born in 1926 to Cyril and Edna Boyer in Albany Medical Center. He graduated from Roessleville High School in Colonie then joined the Navy, serving two years during World War II. He went on to obtain his bachelor's degree from Union College and master's degree from RPI.
He married Mary Haas at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in July of 1949. They then moved to Ohio, where he worked for American Locomotive Co. After which he was employed by N.Y. Telephone Co. in NYC and Albany, where he retired after 27 years. Together they enjoyed activities at Our Saviors Lutheran Church, traveling and spending time with family. He was a lifetime resident of the Town of Colonie.
He is survived by his sons, Richard Boyer of Largo Fla., David (Jenny) Boyer; and daughter, Cherie Pavone, who served as his caregiver during his later years. He is also survived by his seven grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and two nephews. In addition to his wife, Mary, he was predeceased by his sister, Vivian Caraher; and a stillborn daughter, Suzanne Boyer.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend his calling hours on Sunday, March 10, from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. at New Comer Cremations & Funerals, 343 New Karner Road, Colonie, N.Y. 12205. A service will be performed on Monday, March 11, at 11 a.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, followed by the burial at Memory Gardens Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
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Claude Hebert
March 28, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. Sorry for missing the services as well.
My condolences
Gwendolyn Alexander
March 10, 2024
I remember Richard from Our Savior Church. He always had such a loving smile. I am going to miss home so much. But I am glad he got his wings and is in the the comfort of God and he is with his lovely wife.
J. Tenney
March 9, 2024
My condolences to the Boyer family. Although I only met Richard a couple times, I never forgot that smile. Here is a picture from one of his outings with the Thunder Rd Senior group to West Point.
Kristie (Karl) LaRose
March 8, 2024
I'm sorry to hear of his passing. I have fond memories of Mary and Dick when I was young. They were always so kind and loving! My thoughts go out to all who loved him.
Catherine (Cathy) Kilpatrick
March 8, 2024
He was my first Sunday School teacher when we came to Our Savior´s. He was patience personified with the hijinks that his daughter Cherie and I would put him through in class! In later years, I remember meeting him frequently at the mall where he and Mary would walk around together, and he did alone after she died. He was always a gentle, kind, wise and witty person at church, who will be remembered and missed.
John Wood
March 7, 2024
Rest in God and enjoy Eternity with your Loved ones
Ann Ferraro
March 7, 2024
Sad to hear of your dad´s passing. I will miss our waves to each other whenever I was outside gardening. Our little neighborhood will miss your presence.
Maurice and Lori McCormick
March 6, 2024
Our prayers go out to the Boyer family, Mr. Boyer was such a gracious and kind man, he always had a smile on his face, as a Sunday School teacher he taught us to love Jesus and each other. He will be missed!
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