Bernard Paul "Ben" Boillot
January 13, 1953 ~ June 13, 2020
Bernard Paul “Ben” Boillot, 67, of Jefferson City, passed away Saturday, June 13, 2020, at his residence.
He was born January 13, 1953, in Jefferson City, the son of Lester Rathel and Mary Ann (Dudenhoefer) Boillot.
Ben was a 1971 graduate of Linn High School.
He was united in marriage on April 9, 1983, in Jefferson City at St. Peter Catholic Church to Diana Marie Williams who resides at the home.
Ben worked his career with the Missouri Department of Conservation, for thirty-five years as a survey crew supervisor, retiring on September 1, 2007. During his retirement he enjoyed working at Menards.
He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 2693.
Ben was an avid Jack Daniels Collector, relishing his biyearly visits to Lynchburg, Tennessee to their distillery. He enjoyed deer hunting, target shooting with his brother, Vincent, and Friday night bingo at the DAV. His best times were with his family and taking care of his mother, especially when they went to Sunday morning breakfast.
Other survivors include his mother, Mary Ann Boillot, Linn; seven siblings, George (Norma) Boillot, Washington, Missouri; Mary Catherine (Roy) Jones, Westphalia; Margaret Ann
(Curtis) Thessen, Lebanon; Joseph (Barb) Boillot, Columbia; Vincent (Penny) Boillot, Linn; Eugene (Sandy) Boillot, St. Louis; and Charles Boillot, Union; one brother-in-law, Bill (Lanie) Williams, Wardsville; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, and a brother-in-law, Brian “Kip” Williams.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m., June 18, 2020 at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with prayer service at 3:30 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, June 19, 2020, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Joshua J. Duncan officiating.
Burial will be in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or to Disabled American Veterans.
The general public is welcome to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Please stay 6 feet apart and avoid close contact. Disposable masks will be provided by Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home if needed.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born January 13, 1953, in Jefferson City, the son of Lester Rathel and Mary Ann (Dudenhoefer) Boillot.
Ben was a 1971 graduate of Linn High School.
He was united in marriage on April 9, 1983, in Jefferson City at St. Peter Catholic Church to Diana Marie Williams who resides at the home.
Ben worked his career with the Missouri Department of Conservation, for thirty-five years as a survey crew supervisor, retiring on September 1, 2007. During his retirement he enjoyed working at Menards.
He was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, and the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 2693.
Ben was an avid Jack Daniels Collector, relishing his biyearly visits to Lynchburg, Tennessee to their distillery. He enjoyed deer hunting, target shooting with his brother, Vincent, and Friday night bingo at the DAV. His best times were with his family and taking care of his mother, especially when they went to Sunday morning breakfast.
Other survivors include his mother, Mary Ann Boillot, Linn; seven siblings, George (Norma) Boillot, Washington, Missouri; Mary Catherine (Roy) Jones, Westphalia; Margaret Ann
(Curtis) Thessen, Lebanon; Joseph (Barb) Boillot, Columbia; Vincent (Penny) Boillot, Linn; Eugene (Sandy) Boillot, St. Louis; and Charles Boillot, Union; one brother-in-law, Bill (Lanie) Williams, Wardsville; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, and a brother-in-law, Brian “Kip” Williams.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m., June 18, 2020 at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home with prayer service at 3:30 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, June 19, 2020, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with the Rev. Joshua J. Duncan officiating.
Burial will be in Resurrection Catholic Cemetery.
Memorials are suggested to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church or to Disabled American Veterans.
The general public is welcome to attend the services while following social distancing guidelines. Please stay 6 feet apart and avoid close contact. Disposable masks will be provided by Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home if needed.
Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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Went to school with Ben, actually he’s my 2nd cousin, can’t believe he’s gone, much to young for this to happen, heaven got a good one last Saturday, sadly he will be missed.
So sorry to hear about the loss of your family member he will be missed
Maryann, my Mom and I are so sad to hear of Bernard’s passing. Prayers for you and your family. Love you, DiAnne Maxey Brandhorst and Evelyn Maxey.
Mary Ann and family it is so sad to hear of your loss. God be with all during this difficult time.
We’re so sorry for your sudden loss. Our hearts go out to you all and prayers to help you on this journey. Albert and Brenda Dudenhoeffer
I am so very sorry to hear of Bernie’s passing. He was a gentle giant with a beautiful heart and smile. I waited on him at the Conservation Employees ‘ Credit Union for as long as I worked there fro nearly 28 years. It was a pleasure to know him! He was a very special person. Please know you have my deepest sympathy! God bless your family.ߙϢݤ️ߙ
Your Loss is one that will affect all the people you have known. You were a true friend and a kind and gentle person. You will not be forgotten
Love and comfort to you! He will be missed!
Bernie was always so sweet and nice and I couldn’t ask for a nicer cousin. He is special and the Dudenhoeffer family is stricken by his passing. His siblings and parents were just as sweet and I’m so very sorry he’s no longer with us. God bless his journey.
When he saw me he would always take me up in a big bear hug…..I’ll miss those.
Ben always had a big bear hug. Very great good guy gentle person Rest In Peace god bless you
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.