Todd Boyles

March 09, 2023

Todd Boyles

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In Memory Of
Todd Allen Rose-Boyles

Todd Allen Rose-Boyles, 59, passed away peacefully at Taylor House Hospice after a long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by family and loved ones.

Todd was born on June 26, 1963 to Cecil Clayton Rose and Norma Jean Osborne (a.k.a. Joan Nichols) in Lagrange, Indiana. At the age of three, Todd was adopted by Darwin D. Boyles then relocated to Helmer, Indiana where he spent most of his childhood. With one final move to Des Moines, Iowa with his mother and siblings where he resided the rest of his life.

Todd hit the streets running at an early age known as the town “streaker” in Rome City, Indiana. Whenever Todd went missing, you could just about bet you would find his clothes outside the window and he’d be playing up at the school! Todd realized from a young age that he liked to work with his hands which in turn helped him become a “jack of all trades”. From a radio to a hole in the wall, if it needed fixed Todd was your handy man.

Todd’s heart was filled with so much love for his family. Holidays and family time were very important to him. Just like his mother, he included everyone and made sure nobody was left out. After the passing of his mother, Todd decided to live his life his way. With all the ups and downs, Todd had a genuine heart and would be there for anyone.

Todd is survived by his son, Jesse Lee Monk of Des Moines, Iowa; sisters, Vicki Ross of Okoboji, Iowa, Nena (Jim) Swift of Norwalk, Iowa; brothers, Marty McCluskey of St. Louis, Missouri, Danny McCluskey of Desloge, Missouri, Troy Boyles of Potosi, Missouri, Doug Boyles and Randy Boyles of Wolcottville, Indiana. Todd will also be missed by several nieces and nephews as well as many other friends including Jenny Lovanh, Shelly Manna, Larry Leavell and many loved ones.

Todd is preceded in death by his mother, Norma Jean Osborne (a.k.a. Joan Nichols); biological father, Cecil Clayton Rose; adoptive father, Darwin D. Boyles; brothers, Duane Boyles, Tony Boyles; and brother in law, Larry Ross.

Memorials directed to the family

Celebration of life to be announced

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