LIMERICK- Anita Louise Boyes, age 88, passed away on April 12, 2026, at Pinnacle Health and Rehab. in Sanford.
She was born on July 9, 1937, in Limerick, a daughter of the late Elmer and Beatrice (Morin) Nason and graduated from Manchester High School in Manchester, NH.
Shortly after graduation, Anita enlisted into the United States Air Force and proudly served our country. During her enlistment while stationed in San Antonio, she met and married Walter Earl Boyes Jr.
She enjoyed handcrafts such as quilting, knitting, crocheting, making hats and mittens, playing computer games, reading and traveling. She also enjoyed bowling and traveled throughout the country in tournaments. In her late 70's, she even tried white water rafting.
Anita is predeceased by her husband- Walter Boyes Jr.; and a daughter- Tammy Lynne Boyes.
She is survived by her children- Earl Boyes and his wife Barbara of Myrtle Beach, SC, Gale Boyes of Mesa, AZ, Kenneth Boyes and his wife Doroa of Newport News, VA, Gloria Poole of Limerick, Suzanna Boyes of Limerick, and Scott Boyes of Indian Gulch, AZ; siblings- Lorraine Gilman of Alfred and David Nason and his wife Shelly of WV; eight grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday May 2nd at 11 AM, at the Highland Annex Cemetery in Limerick with USAF Honors.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Pinnacle Health and Rehab. for the Resident Council, 1142 Main St., Sanford, Maine 04073
Online condolence messages can be submitted at the Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service- East Waterboro, website, www.mainefuneral.com
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Pinnacle Health and Rehab. for the Resident Council, 1142 Main St., Sanford, Maine 04073