Allan Ray Boven

He will be lovingly remembered by his children Dean (Heidi) Boven, Terri Boven, and Dustin (Nadine) Boven; grandchildren Brianna (Branden), Elise (Josh), Carson (Naysi), Maylee, Grayden, Caleb, Josh, Leah, and Abby; great-grandchildren Lettie, Dahlia, Scottlyn, Maverick, Waylon, baby girl on the way; siblings Dave (Kath) Boven, Jann Danielson, Duke Boven; in-laws Linda Kidder, Jay (Judy) Kuiper, Daryl (Sharon) Kuiper, Bev (Les) Barnhill; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Al was the eldest of Dee and Gert’s children. After graduating from South Christian High School and Davenport College, Al began working as a bookkeeper, but he spent the majority of his career working at Steelcase where he held several positions. He and Donna moved the family to Byron Center where they built a home and raised their three children. Al enjoyed working outdoors, checking out old cars, doing crossword puzzles, and puttering in his workshop. In retirement Al enjoyed crafting one-of-a-kind decorations and repairing furniture. Al was known for saving everything and always had an odd fastener or tool for any job.

“My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” II Cor. 12:9a

Visitation with Allan’s family and friends will be held from 2-4 p.m. Sunday, October 11, 2026, at Cook Funeral Home, 2067 84th St. SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.

The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresbyron.com in their guest book online.