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Clora Josephine VanBoskirk © Enid News and Eagle 09-2016 Submitted by: Glenn
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Clora Josephine (Jo) Van Boskirk of Enid went to be with her Lord on September 1, 2016. Services will be at Emmanuel Baptist Church on September 6 at 10 a.m., with graveside service to follow at Enid Cemetery under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home. Rev Wade Burleson and Rev Tim Taylor will officiate. Visitation with the family will be Monday, September 5, 2016 from 6-7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Jo was born in Kerrville, TX, on March 13, 1928, to Hugh and Clora Warner. Jo's early life was spent in Texas in a variety of communities due to her father's position as a minister for the Disciples of Christ.
Jo earned her bachelor's degree in Religious Education at Phillips University, where she met the love of her life, Charles Van Boskirk. They were married on October 15, 1949, in Topeka, KS. During their 67 years of marriage, they lived in Oklahoma, New York and Arizona. In each of these locations, Jo found her calling. Her work ranged from teaching piano lessons to being a social worker in a variety of settings, but in every community her greatest love was serving the church. Her fulfillment came through singing soprano in the choir, playing piano, and presenting special programs, but mission work was her passion. She was a Gideon, did jail ministry, provided support to Voice of the Martyrs, and Touch India, even fulfilling a life long dream of visiting India. She was always working in the mission field to ensure that others might know the love of Jesus in their lives. That love for Jesus she held so dear was made real though her love for others, and her life was indeed a living response to the question What does the Lord require of me? To do justice, and love mercy and to walk humbly with her God were the touchstones of her life. Whether advocating for migrant workers, gathering toys for disadvantaged children at Christmas, or distributing saris to the widows in India, Jo fully embraced and lived God's calling on her life through Jesus Christ.
Survivors include her husband, Charles Van Boskirk of Enid, OK; three daughters, Sherry and her husband, Daniel of Utica, NY, Debra and her husband, Steven of Enid, OK, and Nancy Van Boskirk of Georgetown, TX; eight adoring grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
A beloved great-grandchild preceded her in death.
Many friendships were made through the years, and all were cherished in her heart. She counted these friends as family, and we are thankful for the many years of love and companionship they provided. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideon International, with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home as custodian of the funds.
Condolences may be made online and the service may be viewed online at www.ladusauevans.com.
Charles Ray VanBoskirk © Enid News and Eagle 08-06-2019 Submitted by: Glenn
© Enid News and Eagle
July 5, 1928 - August 2, 2019
Charles Ray VanBoskirk, age 91, of Fayetteville, AR went to be with the Lord on August 2, 2019. A memorial service will be at Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home Chapel on August 9 at 11:00 A.M. Rev Tim Taylor will officiate. Arrangements are under the direction of Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home.
Charles was born in Drummond, OK on July 5, 1928 to Ray and Thelma Van Boskirk. As a young boy the family moved to Enid where Charles grew up on a dairy farm. After high school graduation he joined the army and served during the Korean War. Upon discharge Charles returned to Enid and earned his bachelor's degree at Phillips University where later he would also receive his master's degree in Guidance and Counseling. During his time as an undergraduate at Phillips University he met Josephine Warner and they were married on October 15, 1949. During the next 67 years of marriage they would have three daughters, a bevy of grandchildren and great grandchildren, move 10 times across three states, and have lots of fun. They ended their travels where they began in Enid, Oklahoma.
Charles' professional career was spent in the field of vocational rehabilitation. In 1985 he retired from his career in New York State as Bureau Chief of Interagency Programs for the State Department of Education. Charles wasn't finished working, though, and he retired once more from the State of Arizona five years later as District Manager of Vocational Programs in Tucson. Charles' avocation was as an active member of the lovely Christian churches the family found anywhere they lived. With a particular love for missions, Charles' final joy in service was to provide essential support to the missionary outreach program, Touch India, at Emmanuel Baptist Church in Enid, OK. He was an active member of the Gideons as well and found great joy and companionship in that ministry. Although family, church and work were his priorities, Charles believed in a balanced life for himself and his family so play was an important component of that life. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, golf, travel, playing bridge and pool! He had the great pleasure of sharing these activities with many friends and family down to the 4th generation.
Survivors include his three daughters - Sherry and her husband, Daniel Zotta of Utica, NY, Debra and her husband, Steven Whitfill of Locust Grove, OK, and Nancy VanBoskirk of Fayetteville, AR; eight adoring grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. A beloved great-grandchild and his loving wife preceded him in death. Numerous dear friends, gathered from communities across the country, completed his circle of love.
Memorial contributions may be made to Gideon International with Ladusau-Evans Funeral Home as custodian of the funds. Condolences may be made online and the service may be viewed online at www.ladusauevans.com
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Enid Cemetery
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