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Oscar P. Boyles
October 14, 1923-April 17, 2011
Smiths, Alabama- Oscar P. Boyles, age 87, resident of Smiths, AL., died on Sunday, April 17, 2011, at Columbus Hospice House. Funeral services are scheduled at the Chapel of Striffler-Hamby Mortuary, 4071 Macon Road, Columbus on Wednesday, April 20, 2011, 3 p.m. with Reverend Andy Merritt officiating. Private interment will follow at Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 19, 2011, from 5-7 p.m.
Mr. Boyles, son of the late Thomas Roy Boyles and Sarah Ethel Johnson Boyles, was born October 14, 1923, in Forrest, MS. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and served his country honorably during World War II. Mr. Boyles graduated from Auburn University receiving both his Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree. He then began a career as an educator, where he devoted more than 25 years of faithful service. Mr. Boyles started his teaching career at Trinity Private School. He then taught at both LaGrange College and Cusseta High School before transferring to Baker High School where he served as Principal for several years. Mr. Boyles attended Edgewood Baptist Church and had been a member of several local civic organizations. Other than his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Anita McGriff Boyles; a sister, Evelyn Stewart; and a brother, Woody Boyles.
Mr. Boyles is survived by one step-son, Shelby Mouring of Smiths, AL; one brother, Tommy Boyles and his wife Joan of Texarkana, AR; one granddaughter, Amber Watford and her husband Buck of Crossville, AL; one great-granddaughter, Gracie Watford; one great-grandson, Sport Watford; other relatives and friends. Condolences may be offered www.shcolumbus.com.
Obituary Guestbook:
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Robert Earl Stith (1974)
RIP Mr. Boyles You'll be missed by all!!!!!!
Emory Leland (Lee) Carver (1964)
I saw Mr. Boyles at church just three weeks ago; it didn't occur to me that it could possibly be for the last time. He will be greatly missed.
Shere Minton (Johnson) (1966)
The year was 1962. I was a freshman and very intimidated by Dr. Kirby, the principal. I did however, not feel that way about our vice-principal Oscar P. Boyles. Respect is the word that comes to mind. Oscar P. Boyles was the best vice-principal any of us could have hoped for at Baker High School. He showed up to every bonfire, pep rally, ball game, and track meet that was going on. He was everywhere! He walked the halls daily to greet the students by name. Yes he knew us all by name, no small feat considering that we were a couple thousand strong. I always marveled at how he did that. But that was Oscar P. Boyles. He loved Baker High School and wanted all of the students to love it as well. He set us an example by his pride, faith, compassion, and love that I know each one of us that knew him has an "Oscar" story of their own to tell. Take a moment to reflect on how he and Baker helped shaped your life and if so moved, share it. He will be missed by thousands and I for one, feel sad today. Shere Minton-Johnson '62-'66
Nansi Rogers (Wildenberg) (1969)
Rest In Peace Mr. B. All of us Lions, thank you for being our leader, we love you & will miss you.
Charles B. Carmichael (1970)
Mr.Boylyes was truly a wonderful,caring man. As I look back over the years I now realize just how wonderful he was---along with Coach Sam Roberts, and many of our other faculty. We were truly blessed as students but we did not realize it at the time. He had a good life; and more importantly he influenced hundreds of young adults in a positive manner. My condolences to the family. BHS will always remember him.....and he was also a fellow PARATROOPER!!! God Bless You Mr. Boyles!
Charlie Carmichael Col, Inf USA RET
Carl Thomason Anthony Jr. (1965)
Thank you Mr.Boyles for always being there for us and for signing my 1965 arrowhead on the picture of you swinging from a chain hanging from a construction crane, when the senior wing, cafe and gym were being built. I too remember him walking the dusty halls of Baker with the smell of chalk also in the air:) I attended many of the soc hops and he was also there around the juke box and making sure that we did not wear shoes on Coach James (bubba) Ball's gym flloor (1964 arrowhead:) The 1962 arrowhead was dedicated to Mr. Boyles.....now, he and our beloved school are gone, but not forgotten....Amen.
William G Hayes IV (1961)
I received my share of licks from O.P-it made me a better man. He use to tell me Hayes this hurts me more than you and you know at the time it did not. But later on I understood what he really meant. He had a great sense of humor and use to kid me all the time whenever he saw me in the halls at Baker. He influenced a lot of people in so many positive ways. He was really a pretty cool guy who had a great love and kindness for people beneath that gruff exterior. my condolences to his family. He is missed by a lot of people.
William Hayes
Class of 1961
Michael Taylor (1970)
It was a great honor and I feel a definitely valuable asset to have had the superior level of leadership and firm guidence that Mr. Oscar Boyles provided so early in our lives. It all seemed a little tough at times then, but now looking back, I now see a person strongly devoted to his line of work and to the welfare of all the kids that passed through the hallways of dear old Baker High. Sincerely hoping for your peaceful rest Mr. Boyles; I trust that the greater powers will certainly provide superior generousity to you in the life that is to come; for the sincere value of, and genuine caring for America's youth, that you enthusiastically provided during your lifetime.
Mike Roche (1967)
I spent time in front of that paddle and was always amazed at how much pain that nice old man could inflict and then turn around and be so nice to me. He always remembered my name and would encourage me to do my best. Its funny how someone like Oscar P has stayed in my thoughts all these years. There are alot of us that were enriched by Mr. Boyles. I wish my kids had had someone like him. He was a fine man and an asset to our Baker.
Mike Roche
George Gordon (1967)
I remember one time I was sent to Mr. Boyles office for skipping class. When I got there, there was a line to get in that little office of his and boy was I glad. I was more afraid of Mr. Boyles than I was of my own father. Just in front of me was Tommy Long. I can see Tommy walking into that office now so clearly in my mind. I heard muffled voices then quiet for a few seconds then, WHAM WHAM WHAM. Tommy came out of Mr. Boyles office and his face was white as a sheet and Mr. Boyles close behing and lookd stright at me and said "what can I do for you son?" I said, and I know in a little shakey voice, "Iam here to get some hours after school sir". There was noway I was going to let that man hit me with the "Board of Education". It is funny now but it wasn't then. I still laugh to myself when I think about it. After that, when I saw Mr. Boyles coming down the hall I would duck in the nearest class room so he wouldnt see me. Mr. Boyles was great at what he did. Thank you sir, I will never forget you