Richard Anthony Boeker

Richard "Dickie" Anthony Boeker, Sr. entered into eternal life on February 22, 2021. Richard was born October 23, 1936 in St. Louis, Missouri. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Physics from LSU, and his Master of Arts in Theological Studies from Notre Dame seminary. Richard Boeker was a devout Catholic and a great conversationalist. He loved everyone and taught many people about Christ. He never spoke an ill word against others. He spent endless hours making visits in the adoration chapel at Our Lady of Mercy. Richard is survived by his loving children, Cindy Brown, Liese Moore (David), Richard Boeker (Shannon), Stephen Boeker, David Boeker and their mother Julie McBride. He was a grandfather of 8 and a great grandfather of 2. Richard is also survived by his sister Cathy Cavell (Rick) and their 6 children. Richard was preceded in death by his parents Robert and Catherine Boeker. A Catholic Mass will be held on Saturday, March 6th at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church (445 Marquette Ave. Baton Rouge, LA 70806) at 1:00 pm. His oldest and dearest friend, Fr. Clifton Hill, will be presiding. Interment will follow Mass at Greenoaks Memorial Park, 9595 Florida Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations to OLOM Adoration Chapel will be greatly appreciated. Richard will be dearly missed by his family, friends, and especially those in the OLOM Mercy Coffee Shop.