Weldon C. Boggs

Weldon C. Boggs

On Wednesday, February 17, 2021, Weldon C. Boggs, loving husband, father, and friend passed away at the age of 92.

Weldon was born on October 25, 1928 in Pleasanton, Texas to Clarence Weldon Boggs and Eva Elizabeth (Hyden) Boggs. He was a WWII Veteran who served in the Merchant Marines from January 1945 through March 1946, where he saw action in the South Pacific. In March of 1948 Weldon joined the US Marine Corps and served through February 1950. After his honorable military discharge, he became an electrician and worked for Tampa Armature Works and later pursued a career in builder appliance sales for the Whirlpool Corporation. He retired from Whirlpool as a Territory Sales Manager 30 years ago and relocated to Gilchrist County. Weldon loved life and lived life to its fullest. He enjoyed his family and friends, Texas style cooking, fishing, and golf. He was an exceptional craftsman and enjoyed working with his hands.

Weldon was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Joy (Boggs) Traynham and his son, James E. Boggs. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rose Marie (Wyatt) Boggs; son, David W. (Angela) Boggs; daughter, Marsha A. (Joseph T.) Mahoney; stepsons, Edward O. Huffman, C. Richard (Stacey) Huffman and Donald R. Huffman. He was also blessed with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Arrangements are under the care of Crevasse’s Cremation in Gainesville, FL. The family respectfully requests no flower.