Lawrence "Larry" E. Boyle, 61, of St. Joseph, Missouri passed away Thursday, June 5, 2025 at his home. He was born December 23, 1963 in St. Joseph. He graduated from Benton High School. Larry married Sharon Parker on August 22, 2003 in St. Joseph. He had previously worked for Johnson Controls. Larry was a skilled wood worker, a rustic man and enjoyed building with his hands. He enjoyed the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting and was a gun enthusiast. He was a member of the Wooden Boat Forum.
Lawrence was preceded in death by mother, Dixie DeWar, father, Lawrence Boyle, and brother, John Boyle. Survivors include wife, Sharon Boyle of the home, children, Early Boyle of Aurora, MO and Mariah Trauernicht of St. Joseph, step-children Christina (Brett) Dunn, LTC Leslie (Armando) Balcazar, and Danny (Leslie) Parker, all of St. Joseph, sister, Rebecca Roberts of St. Joseph, 11 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Mr. Boyle has been cremated under the care of Rupp Funeral Home. A private family Celebration of Life will be held. Memorials are requested to a VA organization of the donor's choice.
