Dennis Robert Boecker Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Dennis Robert Boecker, of Decatur, Arkansas, died June 16, 2022, at Circle of Life Hospice House in Springdale, Arkansas. Born June 28th, 1949, in Burlington, Iowa, to Robert William August Boecker, and Esther Marie (Gholson) Boecker, and stepfather, Harold Wells. On two occasions he had been married and unfortunately divorced, first to Carla Watson, and also Lueanna Carter. Dennis was a truck driver for many years, the last couple of years worked as a crossing guard and loved interacting with children and parents. Many will remember Dennis as a Wal-Mart door greeter, in Siloam Springs, AR. He also loved dogs and riding his motorcycle. Dennis received a kidney transplant that gave him three great years, until he developed cancer. He was a member of the Assembly of God Church, in West Siloam Springs, Oklahoma. He is preceded in death by both parents, and stepfather. He is survived by his sister, Diana Wolfe; brother Donald Boecker, of Burlington, Iowa; stepsister Kathy Watts of Shelbyville, Tennessee; nieces, Suzanne Gyabaah, Ashley Boecker; nephews, Michael Layer, Thomas Watts, and Steve Watts; and his and our dear friends, Jennifer Soule and her mother. In accordance with Dennis’ wishes, he has been cremated. A private graveside service will be at a later date in Winfield, Iowa.

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Dennis Robert Boecker

June 28, 1949 - June 16, 2022