Lela Boos

Lela M. Boos, 87, of Atlantic, passed away Monday, June 20, 2016, at Atlantic Specialty Care.

Lela May was born on May 2, 1929, three miles north of Massena, Iowa, the daughter of Clarence August and Elsie (Holste) Boos. Following graduation she worked for Safeway in Omaha and Massey-Ferguson in Des Moines. She later moved back to the home place, and was a nurse aid and secretary for Dr. Dirlam for many years. After her mother passed away she cared for her father, and together they enjoyed many fishing trips. After his death in 1976, she moved to Atlantic and worked for DeLong's.

Lela enjoyed reading, especially anything to do with animals or strengthening her faith. Lela was dedicated to her Lord Jesus Christ and was a member at 1st Assembly for the last 38 years. She looked forward to family gatherings at Thanksgiving and Christmas.

Lela is survived by her brother, Virgil Boos of Cumberland; nephew, Ron Boos of Massena; niece, Julia (Kent) Stender of Massena; several great-nieces and nephews; and her beloved cat, Freddie.

She is preceded in death by her parents; sister-in-law, Grace Boos; and nephew Ron's wife, Michal Sue.

A memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 22nd at Roland Funeral, with Pastor Guy Fisher of 1st Assembly officiating. Visitation with the family will be held one hour prior to the memorial service from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Roland Funeral Service is caring for Lela's family and her arrangements. Condolences may be left at www.rolandfuneralservice.com

IN REMEMBRANCE OF
Lela M. Boos

BORN
May 5, 1929
Massena, Iowa

DIED
June 20, 2016
Atlantic, Iowa
At the age of
87 years, 1 month & 18 days

MEMORIAL SERVICE
Seven o’clock P.M.
Wednesday, June 22, 2016
Roland Funeral Home
Atlantic, Iowa

OFFICIATING
Pastor Guy Fisher
1st Assembly
Atlantic, Iowa

MUSICAL SELECTIONS
“Amazing Grace” by the Congregation
“I’ll Fly Away” recorded by Alan Jackson

COMMITTAL SERVICE
Massena Center Cemetery
Massena, Iowa