Carlos "Cork" Boswell

Carlos "Cork" Laverne Boswell entered into rest on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at the age of 81 Years, 6 Months, and 29 Days. He was born Aug. 20, 1942, in Wentachee, WA, a son of the late Harry and Shirley (Carr) Boswell. On October 8, 2016, he was united in marriage to Mary Lou (Dunlap) Boswell who survives. Cork is survived by his 4 children, his three daughters Donna and husband Phillip French of Ironton, Cheryl and husband Dennis Poe of Barlow, Ky., Gina and husband Doug Dotson of Farmington, a son Robert Boswell of Fredericktown, and his step son James “Bud” Stapleton of Farmington. He also survived by one brother Keith Boswell of Chico, Ca, and one stepsister Terri Reeves of Redding, Ca. Carlos is survived by his grandchildren’s, Travis, Eric, Sandy, Joshua, Debbie, Sarah, Ashley, Mike, Brandon, and his 18 great grandchildren. Carlos is preceded in death by his parents and his first wife Dorothy (Karels) Boswell. Cork was an exceptional individual; both his talents and personal characteristics set him above the average man, and his heart of gold allowed him to continually give freely of himself. As a husband, his duties to love in all ways never faltered. He took care to be an outstanding provider, consistently willing to put his needs last. His adoration for his wife knew no bounds, and his greatest concern was always for the happiness and wellbeing of his partner. As a father, he endeavored to impart his wisdom, moral character, and how to love life and people to his children. He taught them to honor and respect their mother, as well as others in the world. He shared with them his enthusiasm for games, fishing, the outdoors, celebrations, and so much more. He fully engaged himself and all of his strength to his children, wanting most of all their individual contentment and peace of mind. His patriotism and loyalty to those he served with enabled him to become one of the most excellent soldiers of the United States will ever see. His bravery and leadership in Vietnam were awarded with 3 bronze stars, a true hero. He would go onto obtain the honorable rank of Major, serving his beloved country for 20 years. Cork, the everyday man, was always generous with his time, talents, money, and was ready and willing to help no matter the need. Many of his skills and abilities were self-taught, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and cooking. He never met a challenge he wasn’t willing to meet head on. Between his hard work and perseverance, whatever he put his hand to, he mastered. Cork also had a great sense of humor and bubbly personality. Everywhere he went he lifted up the world. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and love him. A graveside service with full military honors will be held on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 1:00 PM at Arcadia Valley Memorial Park cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to be made to the Wounded Warriors Project in honor of Retired Major Carlos “Cork” Boswell.

Carlos "Cork" Boswell

August 20, 1942 - March 19, 2024