of Fayettville, AR
November 7, 1932 - February 23, 2019
Mr. John Robert Boland, age 86, passed away on February 23, 2019 from multiple health complications. John was born in Sharon, PA. on November 7, 1932.
Mr. John Boland served in the United States Navy for 22 years as a Boiler Man (BT) on the USS Annapolis AGRM1 and the USS Parsons DDG33. His last duty station was in Morocco, Africa at the Naval Air Station, Port Lyautey, after which he returned home to Sharon, PA and retired. John and his wife then moved to Osceola, MO and remained there for several years before moving to Tampa, FL to live near their son James. John along with his wife, were Life Time Members of the VFW and DAV Auxiliary. John served on the Honor Guard and was a member of the VFW Post #3246.
It was because of John Boland that his step-son, James joined the Navy and served eight years. They both were Vietnam Veterans and at one time were off the coast of Vietnam together, but John was on the Parsons DDG33 and James was on the Constellation CVA64. John's wife passed away on April 21, 2012. Mr. Boland is survived by his step-son, James A. Singer, two grandchildren, four great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
Visitation will be Wednesday, February 27, 2019 in the Roller Funeral Home Chapel. Graveside service will be Thursday, February 28, 2019 at Baxter Memorial Gardens with military honors.
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4 Condolence(s)
Patricia Collay
Thursday, February 28, 2019
My condolences to the family. Please read Isaiah 25:8” He will swallow up death forever. And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces. The reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth. For Jehovah himself has spoken it.”
Tricia
Larry & Lana Hurt (N.E. OK. Patriot Guard Riders)
Wednesday, February 27, 2019
We salute your veteran. Our condolences for your loss & gratitude for your loved one's service to our country. May your memories & God's love bring you peace, comfort & strength at this difficult time. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal but LOVE leaves a memory no one can steal.
Allen Hanich
Monday, February 25, 2019
Eternal rest grant unto you brother in arms and may you rest in peace. Thank you for your devoted years of service.
Mary Ann Lockman
Saturday, February 23, 2019
Eternal rest grant unto you dearest friend, and may your soul rest in peace. You will always be remember John with fond memories, especially all the years you put into the VFW Honor Guard, and how much you loved it. <3
With much respect and love,
Mary Ann