Robert Merrelle Boyer Sr.

Bob was the son of Grace (Humble) Land and Gilbert Boyer. He was married to Judith “Judy” Janelle Colvin on June 2, 1957.

Bob was a switchman at Foote Mineral, and a master mechanic at St. Louis Gear in Keokuk, Iowa. He also owned and operated Bill’s Shoe Shop and Mr. Cobbler for 50 years. Bob was a member of Hardin Lodge #29 A.F&A.M. for 50 years. Bob’s hobbies included guns, elk hunting, the Colorado outdoors, leather carving, collecting Indian artifacts, country music, and Harley Davidson motorcycles.

Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his step-father, Willard Land; his sister, Judith Ann Bevering; and a great-grandson, Colten Mark Boyer.

Bob is survived by his wife, Judy of Grand Junction; his sons, Robert Jr. (Mary Beth) of Longmont, Colorado, Brian of Platteville, Wisconsin, Bill (Robin) of Berthoud, Colorado, and Tim (Sue) of Yorkville, Illinois; his daughters, Ann (Ray) Zumwalt of Leesburg, Alabama, and Amanda (Jeremy) Thacker of Pocahontas, Illinois. Bob and Judy were blessed with 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

Bob’s care has been entrusted to Martin Mortuary. A memorial service will not be held. Instead, the family would be grateful if you could take a moment to leave condolences at www.martinmortuary.com.