Karl "Bear" Boyer's Obituary
Karl Boyer (Bear) passed away on Monday, October 31, 2022 in Covington, LA. He was born on November 11, 1938 in Staples, MN to Roy Boyer and Garnette Jensen Boyer.
Karl is survived by his wife, Marianne Drumm Boyer; his daughter, Karen Boyer Duplantis (Maury), his sister Yvonne Boyer, and his grandsons Karl Duplantis, Hal Duplantis, and Reese Duplantis. He is also survived by Maury’s sister Suzie Hodge, faithful friend James Alarie, and constant canine companion, Crockett.
Karl moved to New Orleans during his high school years, where he met the love of his life, Marianne. They married in 1963 and recently celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary. Karl was a brilliant businessman who owned shops in the French Quarter: Boyer Antiques and Doll Shop and Zula Fricks Button Shop. Turning his attention to the real estate world, he bought and managed many rental properties. Karl’s hobbies included collecting Porsches and renovating houses.
Karl was a very loving, compassionate person, and a friend to all animals. He will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. His spirit, tender nature, and sense of humor will remain in the many memories of his friends and family until they meet him again.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The St. Tammany Humane Society, 20384 Harrison Ave., Covington, LA 70433.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at E. J. Fielding Funeral Home, 2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 2:00 PM with visitation beginning at 1:00 PM until service time. A reception and celebration of life to follow at Maury and Karen’s house. Interment will be private at a later time.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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