Obituary of Earl "Bud" Boles

There will be no formal services at this time for Earl Boles, 81, of Milford.

Earl Allen Boles, the son of Earl and Phyllis (Woodward) Boles, was born on April 22, 1941, in Spirit Lake, Iowa. Growing up, Earl attended school in Milford and graduated from Milford High School. 

Earl enlisted in the Army National Guard and earned the rank of Sergeant during his time of service. 

Earl lived in Okoboji and Milford for most of his life. He was the owner of two grocery stores for 35 years and the owner of one bar. 

He passed away on September 5, 2022. 

Those left to cherish his memory include his brother, Paul Boles and his family; brother, Russ Boles and his family; and his son, Chad Sassman. 

Earl was preceded in death by his life partner of 18 years, Sue Sassman.