Robert "Bob" Boyles

Robert "Bob" Boyles, born September 8, 1939, in Wisconsin Rapids, WI, passed away on October 20, 2023. Known for his generous spirit, unwavering loyalty, dynamic persona, and creative flair, Bob was a remarkable individual whose presence left an indelible impact on the lives of those fortunate enough to cross his path. "The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honorable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well." - Ralph Waldo Emerson. This quote perfectly encapsulates the life of Bob, who lived not just well, but extraordinarily.
Bob worked at Consolidated Papers until his retirement, but his true passion lay in his hobbies. He enjoyed mowing grass, but he was a master of numbers, he possessed an extraordinary aptitude for numerical tasks, which he applied with great skill in his favored pursuits. Bob had a deep love for woodworking and home building, often putting his creativity to work in his own home. This passion extended to his collection of diecast cars and his cherished yellow Chevrolet SSR. He also found tremendous joy in spending time with his loyal canine companion, Skippy. A member of the Grace Lutheran Church, Bob's faith was a cornerstone of his life, providing him with strength and resilience.
Bob is survived by his children Kevin (Barbara) Boyles, Kent (Liz Oster) Boyles, and Melinda (Jack) Barrington; his brothers David (Mary), and Royce (Nedra) Boyles; his sister Lucille Kinney; his grandchildren Jenna (Zachary) Foster, Jessica Boyles, Maria, and Daniel Oster; and his great-grandchildren Murphy Ray and Anna Elaine Foster. He was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Stella Boyles and his brother Frank Boyles, and brother-in-law Ray Kinney.
Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at the Herman-Taylor Funeral Home with Pastor Michelle Nicodemus presiding. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the services on Tuesday at the funeral home. burial will be at Restlawn Memorial Park.
Memorials may be made in Bob's Name to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill SW Lilburn, GA 30047 or to the South Wood County Humane Society 3261 64th Street N. Wisconsin Rapids 54494
As we remember and celebrate his spirited, generous, and creative life. We, the children of Bob, want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Stoney River Memory Care in Marshfield for all the tremendous dedication to our father's care.