Obituary of Mary Frances Boyles

Mary Frances Boyles, 89, of Morgantown passed away Sunday October 15, 2023, at the home she shared with her beloved sister Charmane Todd and nephew Marvin Holmes who were also her devoted caregivers. She was born September 2, 1934, in Morgantown, a daughter of the late Henry and Louverna Johnson. Mary is survived by her children Joe Boyles and wife Yevette, Daniel Boyles and wife Janet, Janet Brobst and husband Donald, Bonnie Heaster and husband Jeff, and Karen Boyles. She is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Harold Boyles; granddaughters Jonie Brobst and Billie Jo Heaster; and her siblings Gilbert, Willard, Phillip, Dorothy, Velma and Ernestine Johnson as well as Gladys Grimes, Edith Daigle, and Audrey King. Mary was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt who cared deeply about her family and friends. She was a long-time member of the Clinton District Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary where her husband served as fire chief for many years. She enjoyed helping with the country music shows hosted by the Fire Department and was very famous for her delicious meringue pies she provided for such events. Her favorite activity in recent years was playing Bingo at the Westside Senior Center with her friends. The family would like to thank Amedisys Hospice for their exceptional care, especially nurses Carla and Robin who were Mary's angels in disguise. Their loving kindness meant so much to her. Family and friends are invited to gather at Hastings Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 18, from 4PM until 8PM, and again on Thursday, October 19, from 10AM until the time of the service at 11AM with Rev. Tonya Orr officiating. Following the service, Mary will be laid to rest with her husband at the West Virginia National Cemetery in Grafton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Westside Senior Center, 500 DuPont Road, Westover, WV 26501. Hastings Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements and online condolences may be made at www.hastingsfuneralhome.com.