James Dean Boyer, 71, of Farmington, Iowa, passed away at 3:15 a.m. Friday, March 28, 2025 at Keosauqua Health Care Center.
He was born on July 20, 1953 in Keokuk, Iowa, the son of Harley and Ellen (Vance) Boyer.
Survivors include his brother Dennis Boyer of Farmington, Iowa; two nieces: Carrie (Rich) Miller of Bonaparte, Iowa and Kathy (Chad) Otto of Center Point, Iowa; and two nephews: John (Kim) Boyer of Farmington, Iowa and Kevin (Jordan) Boyer of Farmington, Iowa. Also surviving are several great nieces and great nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers: Charles and John Boyer; and one nephew Jason Boyer.
Jim was a 1972 graduate of Harmony High School. He was a lifelong farmer, worked at Gleason’s, and later retired from ForMad in Fort Madison.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 31, 2025 at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, March 31, 2025 at Schmitz Funeral Home in Farmington with Pastor Chad Welch Officiating.
Burial will be in Greenglade Cemetery in Farmington.
A memorial has been established in his memory for Farmington EMS or Bonaparte EMS. Memorials can be mailed to the family at 29899 250th, Bonaparte, Iowa 52620.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Farmington is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.