James Boeken Jr.

Nov. 23, 1961 – Dec. 31, 2024

Nov. 23, 1961 – Dec. 31, 2024

James Ira Boeken Jr., 63, of Iola, passed away on Dec. 31, 2024, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born Nov. 23, 1961, in Iola, he was preceded in death by his father, Jim Sr., his brother; John, and his nephew, Terry Jr.

Jim was a devoted father and grandfather, known for his warmth, humor, and unwavering support.

Jim is survived by his wife, Kellie; and his children, Joe Boeken and family; Matt and Mandy Boeken and family; Daniel Boeken and Gabby Hawkins and family; David and Kirstin Boeken and family; Michael and Kim Boeken and family; stepchildren, Mercedes Williams and family; Levi and Rachael Taylor and family; mother; Corrine Boeken, sister; Julie Kukacka and son Brandon, brother; Terry Sr. and Arlene Boeken and family, and a host of extended family who will mourn his loss, but will keep his spirit alive in their hearts forever.

A celebration of Jim’s life will take place later as his family is spread all over the country right now.

Sarah Haney

Sarah joined the Register in November 2023. With 13 years of experience in journalism, she is a 2009 graduate of Cottey College, in Nevada, Mo with a degree in English. Upon graduating, she began her career in journalism at her hometown paper in 2010. Over the next 13 years (and a brief hiatus to Fayetteville, Ark.), she worked her way up to the position of editor and enjoyed the connections she built within her community. Sarah is a member of Rotary Club International and the P.E.O. Sisterhood. She enjoys reading, listening to her vinyl records, and spending time with family and friends.

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