Francis Dwight Boren

Francis Dwight Boren, son of the late Frank William Boren and Alpha Marie (Hancock) Boren, was born in Hawkeye, Missouri on August 28, 1944. Dwight, as he was known by his family and friends, grew up in Hawkeye where he attended elementary school and transferred to Richland High School. In 1968, Dwight entered the United States Army and served his country faithfully until his honorable discharge. He served during the Vietnam War, earned the rank of Sergeant, and was very proud of being able to serve his country. He earned several awards and commendations; some of which include National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal w/3 Bronze Service Stars, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal, Combat Infantryman Badge, Expert (Rifle), 2 CL Grenade (N-60 MG), Vietnamese Gallantry Cross w/Palm, Bronze Star Medal, U.S. Air Medal. He became a member of the Army National Guard after his honorable discharge from active duty. Dwight began working for Amonia Refrigeration Systems as a maintenance mechanic. He took great pride in his work and enjoyed helping people. On July 14, 2004, Dwight was united in marriage to Patsy Ann Leach in Las Vegas, Nevada. They shared over 20 years of marriage together and at the time of their union, two families were joined to include children: Michelle, Tammy, Brenda, Regina, Chris, Christy, Brandon, Timothy, and Marcy. In his spare time, Dwight loved riding his tractor, keeping the lawn fresh and feeding the deer behind his house and watching them from his window. Dwight had made a profession of faith earlier in his life and he was a member of Mt. Gilead Church. He loved attending church and serving people as a deacon for the church. Dwight entered his heavenly home on Thursday, November 7, 2024, in his home having attained the age of 80 years. He will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him. Dwight leaves to cherish his memory, his wife: Patsy Boren of the home; eight children: Michelle Ponder of Eldon, MO, Tammy Edmonds of Jackson, GA, Brenda Wood (Robert) of Iberia, MO, Regina Norton (Parks) of Jackson, GA, Chris Colwell (Kristal) of McDonough, GA, Christy Duncan (Aaron) of Iberia, MO, Brandon Smith (Ashley) of Linn Creek, MO, and Timothy Colwell of Hawkeye, MO; son-in-law: Lamar Long of Ridgeland, SC; several grandchildren and great grandchildren; one brother: John David Boren (Joyce) of Crocker, MO; several nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents, Dwight was preceded in death by his beloved daughter: Marcy Long; one brother: Don Boren; and his grandparents. Celebration of Life services were held at 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 12, 2024 in the Memorial Chapel of Waynesville, Missouri with Elton Dake officiating. The songs "What a Day That Will Be" by Betty Jean Robinson, "How Beautiful Heaven Must Be" by the Gaither Vocal Band, and "Scars in Heaven" by Casting Crowns were played. Services were under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Francis Boren and may be left at Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville / St. Robert.

Francis Dwight Boren

August 28, 1944 - November 7, 2024