In loving memory of

Darrell L. Boisen

October 30, 1950 - December 20, 2015
Darrell L. Boisen

Darrell L. Boisen

Born: October 30, 1950
Died: December 20, 2015
Age: 65
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   Darrell L. Boisen, age 65, of Sac City, IA, passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2015 at Fonda Specialty Care in Fonda, IA.  Darrell was born on October 30, 1950, to Luvern (Hank) and Iva (O’Tool) Boisen at Loring Hospital in Sac City, IA.  Darrell and his family moved a lot when he was younger, and in 1969, he graduated from West Bend Community High School.  He continued his education at Iowa Lakes Community College, graduating in 1975.  He then went on to Mankato State where he received his bachelor’s degree with majors in English, psychology, and philosophy.   Darrell served his country by joining the US Navy in October 1969 and served as quartermaster in charge of steering the USS Chowanoc ATF 100 and earning the rank of QM3, E-4. He was honorably discharged in August 1973.  

   Darrell made his home in Sac City where he worked at varied job training centers as a job developer and job coach.  He worked at the Howard Center for many years, helping those with disabilities look for jobs and assisted them with that job.  Darrell was a believer in supporting the earth, and was apart of the Sierra Club, which worked to preserve and protect the planet.  One of Darrell's favorite passions was botany, always nursing an injured plant back to life and starting new ones. He was also a financial supporter of the Shriners Club and supported Veterans causes, especially those during the Vietnam era.  Darrell was also a 26 year member of Alcoholics Anonymous with volunteering in corrections 12 step work. In his free time, Darrell loved to read, collect “Royal Copely” antique pottery and enjoyed  photography.  He will be truly missed by those who knew and loved him.

      Survivors include his mother Iva Boisen of Sac City, IA; brother Dwight (Deb) Boisen of Mason City, IA; niece Robin Boisen (Jim) of Des Moines, IA; nephews: Jared Boisen of Oskaloosa, IA, Scott (Kate) Boisen of Mt. Pleasant, IA; great nephew Eric Neswold of Mason City, IA; great nieces: Joselyn Miller of Mason City, IA, Lauren Boisen of Mt. Pleasant, IA.

     He was preceded in death by his father Luvern Hank Boisen.

 

SERVICES

POSTPONED: New service times will be as following:
6:30 p.m.
Monday, January 4, 2016
Farber & Otteman Funeral Home
Sac City, Iowa

VISITATION
Prior to service at 4:30 p.m.
Monday, January 4, 2016
Farber & Otteman Funeral Home
Sac City, Iowa

Condolences

Sunday, August 7, 2016 at 11:54 AM
“For some inexplicable reason I thought of Darrell today and looked him up. I'm shocked to read of his passing and I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies to the family. I was sworn into the Navy standing next to Darrell in October 1969. We went through boot camp in San Diego together, as well as a Navy school in Newport, RI AND side by side on the USS Chowanoc as I was also a quartermaster. Darrell was a good natured man, I remember him being a cheerful fellow and I can still remember his laugh and his sense of humor. As a side note, I see I appeared in one of the photo's taken in the Philippines with Darrell and a few other shipmates (and some young ladies). This is a beautiful tribute to Darrell. My heartfelt sympathies to you.”
- Dennis Knebel
Tuesday, January 5, 2016 at 9:26 AM
“It is with a very heavy heart that I found out about Darrell, just today. Darrell was a friend and just a very good man. He taught me a lot about patience and 'let go and let God'.
There is a mark left on every life he touched. He will be missed.”
- Tom Anderson
Thursday, December 31, 2015 at 2:19 PM
“Iva, I am so sorry to hear about your son. Know he will be missed by you and many others.
Try to remember the happy times. Take care..Love”
- Velma Johnson
Tuesday, December 29, 2015 at 2:37 PM
“Aunt Iva, Dwight & Deb: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We will always remember Darrell as kind, caring and friendly. He was easy to talk and joke around with, he will be missed. Love Terry & Robin Boisen”
- Terry & Robin Boisen
Monday, December 28, 2015 at 8:56 AM
“I'm very sorry about the loss of your loved one. I wanted to share the scriptural hope that has given me so much comfort. I hope it will help you also. The Bible shows that God did not intend for humans to suffer, grow old and die. (Romans 5:12). It also calls death an enemy. (1 Corinthians 15:26). God promises to remove death forever. (Isaiah 25:8). He also promises to soon restore the earth and humans to his original purpose for them. Then he will resurrect our loved ones onto a cleansed, paradise earth where we can welcome them back. (John 5:28,29; Psalm 37:10,11,29). Please visit jw.org to find satisfying answers from the Bible, free of charge. I truly am sorry for your loss. Sincerely, ”
- Ladd Novak
Monday, December 28, 2015 at 8:56 AM
“Our sincere condolences are extended to Aunt Iva and the entire family. We don't make it back often, and we enjoyed our opportunity to reconnect with Darrell when seeing him at a family gathering in Iowa earlier this year. His life values in caring for others and the environment offer an example to us all.”
- Dale and Lynda Pinnekamp
Monday, December 28, 2015 at 8:56 AM
“THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS FOR ALL OF YOU...HE WAS SUCH A KIND MAN
”
- CINDY WILLIAMS
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 12:08 PM
“Aunt Iva --We were very saddened to hear about Darrell. Your entire family will be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. May God help you through this difficult time and help you find peace.”
- Kevin and Kris Pollman
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 9:13 AM
“Aunt Iva, I am so sorry to hear about Darrell, I was shocked when I got the news from Kris Pollman. I didn't know he had been sick. I will not be able to come for the service. Dick and I will be on vacation all that week. You will all be in our prayers. Shirley and Dick”
- Shirley Dentlinger (Pollman)
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 at 9:13 AM
“No more pain, your Service to you many friends will always be treasured. Thoughts and Prayers for your family from me and
many that had the pleasure of be a friend of Darrell's. ”
- Walter Whitecotton
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