About This Memory Space
This page was created for John Brayton Boeke's family and friends as a place to remember them, to share stories, and to keep their memory close in everyday life.
It is cared for and added to over time by the people who knew them, and everyone is invited to contribute, whether that is a story, a photo, a few words, or a simple note.
Many families visit places like this not just once, but again and again, especially on quiet days or meaningful anniversaries. This page is here for those moments, wherever you are.
A place to return to when you want to feel close again, to remember a moment, or to leave a few words for others to read. Over time, it grows through the voices of everyone who knew and loved them.
Light a Candle Growing
Light a candle to honor John Brayton Boeke's memory. Each lighting keeps their memory burning bright for 23 hours.
Candle lit burns 23 hours. Come back and light it again after 23 hours to keep the memory burning.
Limited to 5 lightings per hour to prevent abuse.
Memory Wall Growing
Stories, photos, and memories shared by people who knew John Brayton Boeke. This is the heart of this space—a collection that grows as more people contribute.
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Life & Legacy
From his early days in Indianapolis, John embraced a world of passions that shaped his remarkable journey. A lover of literature and the arts, he immersed himself in Shakespearean studies and pottery, pursuits that fueled his boundless creativity—especially in retirement when he revisited pottery with renewed vigor. His self-designed library became a daily sanctuary for reading and music, while the yard he meticulously cultivated offered spiritual solace amid nature's embrace, where he felt a profound connection to the divine. John's existence was marked by wholehearted commitment in every endeavor, blending discipline with a gentle, inspiring resolve.
Family & Loved Ones
John Brayton Boeke's legacy lives on through their family and loved ones:
- John's greatest joy was his close-knit family, including his devoted wife Lianne, sons Robert and Joshua, daughter Brianna, daughter-in-law Elizabeth, and cherished grandson Hudson. He was also survived by sisters Christine, Jennifer, Beth, and Brooks, while preceded by his older brother Steve. His selfless nature shone brightest in these relationships, creating bonds filled with love and mutual inspiration.
Remembered by Friends & Family
In the days and weeks after their passing, messages of love, support, and remembrance flowed in from friends, family, and colleagues. The themes that emerged were clear and consistent.
Friends and community members expressed heartfelt sympathy and shared an outpouring of love and prayers for John's family, particularly his daughter Brianna, during this time of loss.
Memorial Gathering: To be announced
Memorial Service: Celebration of Life
Location: Flanner Buchanan Funeral Centers
4180 Westfield Rd, Westfield, IN, 46062
Additional Information: Please contact the funeral home for additional information.
For more details, visit the original obituary