Mother Helen Louise Boles

Helen Louise Boles was born on December 1, 1929, to Catherine Ford-Boles and Willie Boles in Corsicana, Texas. Louise was a God fearing woman who accepted Christ at an early age. She was a faithful member of God’s Holy Temple for 46 years under the leadership of Bishop Willie Perry. Loyal dedication to her family has been shown through her stewardship since her teenage years. Louise always expressed her love through actions and not words. The Boles’s lineage will forever be embedded with her sacrifices. She was a humble soul full of wisdom encased in a fiery spirit. Believing in speaking her mind allowed her a long life of respect from others. Her playful spurts and teasing easily brought a smile to anyone's face. A mother to many, her strength and loyalty will be passed on for generations to come.

On Sunday, February 16, 2020, Mother Helen Louise Boles entered into her Eternal Home of Glory. She was welcomed by parents, Willie Boles and Catherine Boles; Daughter, Peggy R. Boles; siblings, Linda Darlene Boles, Willie Mae Woods, Ruby Amos, Gladys Waters, Clarence Boles, James Boles, MJ Boles and Dorothy Bennett.

Louise’s legacy lives on through her remaining children, Melvin Boles (Linda), Sheila Crawford, Roland Benjamin and James Benjamin; (Special Cousin-Brother) Marvin; (Special Cousin-Sister) Debra and Wanda; siblings, Annie Lee Hubbard, Vernice Brown, Evelyn Franklin, Betty Burks (Calvin), Alice Watson and Brenda Boles; grandchildren, Melvin, Elliott, Archie, Shambrea, David and Roland Jr.; great-grandchildren, Jamaal, Tyana, Paige, Sasha, Riele, Derrick, E’Lexiya and Taylor and a host of family members and friends.