of Alexander, AR
March 25, 1948 - August 17, 2024
James Dennis ''Ropie'' Boshers, age 76, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, died Saturday, August 17, 2024. Dennis was born March 25th, 1948 in Clarendon, Arkansas to the late James ''Sonny'' Boshers and Joyce Moore Boshers. He served in the United States Marine Corp and Reserves from April 2, 1968 until December 10, 1973.
Dennis began his career with Cotton Belt Railroad as a bridgeman following the end of his service in the military and retired from Union Pacific Railroad after over 42 years of service.
Dennis was an avid hunter and fisherman and loved all kinds of sports. You could always find him outside when he was home, either in his vegetable or flower garden, burning leaves or mowing the grass on his beloved John Deere. He loved his family and friends fiercely and enjoyed watching his grandbabies, great-grandbabies, nieces and nephews grow up.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Cathy Boshers Cosner (Tom).
Survivors include his wife and best friend of over 60 years, Mary Hobbs Boshers; brother, Paul Boshers (Kay); sister, Brenda Boshers Greenham (Jackie); sister-in-law, Patricia Hobbs Harrison (Mark); two daughters, Stacy Boshers McNulty and Leslie Boshers Hawkins (Lonnie); grandchildren, Taylor McNulty Murray (Shane), Colin McNulty, Morgan Hawkins Jerry (Randy), Madison Hawkins Wingfield (Will), Emma Hawkins and 5 great-granddaughters, Kendall Murray, Charley, Shiloh and Elora Jerry and Elizabeth Wingfield (due September 2024); as well as other family members and a host of friends.
Funeral services will be on Thursday, August 22, 2024 at 11:00AM in the Chapel of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home with Pastor Chad Denmon officiating.
Burial will be in the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Alcoa Funeral Home of Benton.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, August 22, 2024 from 10:00AM until service time at the funeral home.
Following the graveside services, a meal will be provided at the NLC Saline located at 4200 Highway 5 North, Bryant, AR 72022
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25 Condolence(s)
Jimmy Murphy "By God Murphy"
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Served with this fine Marine during Vietnam. "Ropie" brought part of our history home. He didn't forget our company flag. " Semper Fe" brother. God Bless and keep your family 'til you're joined together. Godspeed Brother.
Brenda J Anthoni
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Thoughts and prayers for your family.
Suzie Dillard
Thursday, August 22, 2024
Mary, Paul, Leslie and family I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Suzie
Tonya Grubb
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
I am so sorry for you loss. I am sorry we are not able to attend the service. We love you. Tonya
Butch Lunsford
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Sonny, ( Ropie ) was a great friend and colleague and I was glad to be around him for 30 plus years. My prayers are with his family.
John & Rose Bantle
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Mary, Stacy, Leslie and families,
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of Ropie.
We will always cherish our times together at the reunions.
Sending you our love and prayers.
Semper Fidelis
JC & Rose Bantle
Jo & Gaylan Arellanes
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
David & Kelly Arellanes
Wednesday, August 21, 2024
Tina and Steve Harrod
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
Leslie,
Our hearts and prayers are with you and the family.
Oh what a celebration he’s having with his Heavenly Father as he meets him face to face. As he’s greeted by all who went home before him. Today he’s strolling across Heaven and singing and celebrating. I can only imagine.
Prayers for strength, peace, guidance and healing during this time. We love my sister.
Steve and Tina Harrod
Ann King Harycki
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
My deepest condolences for Mary and girls
Joe Spadoni
Tuesday, August 20, 2024
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS!
RJ ENGLAND
Monday, August 19, 2024
Great Friend
Randy Kulbeth
Monday, August 19, 2024
Ropey was the older brother to my best friend Paul. We always looked up to him and am saddened by his passing. Rest in Peace.
Diana Ferrell
Monday, August 19, 2024
I’m so happy your father is celebrating in Heaven with Jesus!
Reflect on his wonderful life with joy!
Gary and Diana
Rhonda Wilmoth
Monday, August 19, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with you all, so sorry for your loss, my heart aches for all you guys! Love you all so much!!!
Mona Davis
Monday, August 19, 2024
Leslie,
With deepest sympathy
Prayers for you and your family
Your friend,
Mona
Susan Shivers
Monday, August 19, 2024
Mary, girls and Paul, my prayers go up for y’all during this most difficult time. Ropie was one of a kind for sure and I thought the world of him.
Donna Heien Gershner
Monday, August 19, 2024
Dennis was my cousin. Our mothers were sisters. He was always a great guy to us younger kids growing up. He will be greatly missed.
Pam Stone Ratliff
Monday, August 19, 2024
Mary, Stacy, Leslie and family--may God give you peace and comfort at this time. Dennis was such a rock for your family and such a part of the good times and the sorry and pain our families have shared for over 50 years. Blessings to all of you. RIP Dennis.
Ann Turchi Allen
Monday, August 19, 2024
I grew up down the st. From Ropie.His sister Cathy was my best friend. Ropie turned out to be one fine man. He will be loved and missed by many. My condolences to his family
denise strozyk
Monday, August 19, 2024
Mary K Allen
Monday, August 19, 2024
Thoughts & prayers for Mary, Stacy, Leslie & all of the Family. Lots of Love for all of you.
Mary & Gary Allen
Debbie Vaughn
Monday, August 19, 2024
Bob Pfautz
Monday, August 19, 2024
I began friends with Dennis when we joined our duck club meany years ago. We had many great times together both hunting and enjoying his cooking! May God bless and be with his family and friends as we pay tribute to his life.
Deborah Spadoni Harper