Michael “Mike” George Boston went to be with Jesus on November 1st, 2021 at the age of 64 after a year-long battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his beloved family at his home in Butte, MT.
Mike Boston was born in Butte, Montana on December 27th, 1956. He was the second of four sons born to George and Mary Lu Boston.
Mike attended school at Butte Central Catholic School where he played basketball. He was a very gifted athlete and was granted a full-ride basketball scholarship to Montana Tech which he declined.
In 1974, Mike saw a portrait of his future wife, Avis, on display in a window at a photography business and fell in love. They would go on to meet two years later in Missoula through mutual friends. Mike and Avis were married on April 29th, 1978 in Colstrip, Montana. A love story of 45 years.
Mike worked for Western Energy as a Geology Technician. He began his education at Rocky Mountain College and completed his degree in Geology at Montana Tech where he graduated with Honors in 1986 all while working full time to provide for his family.
In 1990, Mike accepted a position in Lompoc, CA as a Mine Geologist and was quickly promoted to Mine Superintendent. Him and his family began attending Calvary Chapel Lompoc and was a dedicated servant of the Lord. In 2003, Mike became Ordained and continued to serve when the family moved back to Montana.
Mike began a career in Butte as a Hospice Chaplain and established Joshua Tree Bible Church in 2012. He earned his Master in Theology in 2014 while working full-time and pastoring at Joshua Tree. Mike taught at Joshua Tree until his last sermon held in his Butte home on September 26th, 2021 attended by his beloved church family.
In his free time, he was almost always seen drinking coffee and studying the Word or being a Papa to his grandkids. Papa enjoyed family activities such as camping, fishing, biking, cribbage, or snuggling up with a movie. He loved holidays with his family; carving pumpkins and going “Christmas Tree Hunting” as he affectionately called it.
Next to Jesus, Mike loved his family more than anything in life. He would put his family first even before himself. He was truly the kindest, most loving, and gentle person that you could ever know.
Mike Boston was preceded in death by his mother Mary Lu Boston.
Mike is survived by: his father George Boston, wife Avis Boston, daughter Aundi Gilliland and husband Zach, daughter Sydne Erickson and husband Brayton, grandchildren Tatum Gibson and husband Braden, Chandler Gilliland, Andie Erickson, Brady Gilliland, Maisy Erickson, Kolbie Erickson, great-granddaughter Arielah Gibson, and his brothers Bob, Dennis, and David Boston.
Memorial Services will be held at the Butte Depot (818 S. Arizona, Butte, MT, 59701) on November 13th, 2021 at 3pm. Donations may be made to Mike Boston Memorial Fund at Opportunity Bank (3401 Harrison Ave, Butte, MT 59701 (406)494-2233.)
Please visit www.buttefuneralhome.com to offer the family a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Mike. Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Mike and his family.
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Patty Dunn says
I am truly sorry for all of you and your loss of Mike. I grew up on the west side of Butte and remember the Bostons well. All of us girls had a crush on Mike.
I’m keeping all of you in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Randy Rodoni says
To all Family and Friends My condolence on Mikes passing He will be missed! Truly a good guy
Kimberley (Trythall) Brown says
Had the pleasure of meeting Mike as my own momma was in her last days from that ugly disease. He was so tender, loving and passionate about sharing God’s love. He was such a blessing to our family during that horrible time. Forever thankful for him. Rest peacefully in the forever arms of Jesus dear friend. My He comfort your beloved family as they grieve your absence. My love to each and every one of you.
Christy Campos Dailey says
I am so saddened to hear of Mike’s passing. As a childhood friend of Sydne in Lompoc, Mike was always an example of a kind and loving father. His heart for Jesus and his family was obvious and I always felt safe in the Boston home. I am praying for all of you as you grieve this tremendous loss, that the nearness of Christ would comfort and sustain you. Thank You, Jesus, for the gift of Mr. Boston, and would You hold his family and loved ones in this season of hurt, and bless them with the fullness of joy as You remain in their midst. Amen.
Peggy Corbitt says
We grieve with you Avis, Aundi, Sydne & family with the temporary departure of “uncle~Mike.”. Our lives have been enriched though the years with family times, laughter & tears; made even more meaningful because of our shared faith in Christ Jesus! Our prayers are for you through this dark night until the Day comes.
“I found in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy…The only logical explanation is that I was made for another world.”. ~CSLewis, Mere Christianity
Patrick Deasy says
My deepest sympathy to ‘Papa’ George, Dave and the family.
Patrick Deasy
Darrell l Brabec says
Prayers for all your family!
Chris Heiland says
It was my pleasure to meet Mike and his family and to share Christian faith and serve under his direction at Capstone Christian Academy. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family.
Damon Wereman, says
My Condolences to Family Friends an Congregation at Joshua Tree Church for Pastor Mike. What a Great Inspiration You have been. May we Meet again in the Kingdom of Our Lord. Amen. Sincerely Damon Pat Wereman.
jim sierra says
my sincere condolences. Mike was an outstanding member of our community. may he rest in the love and peace of our lord Jesus Christ.
Kim Osterman Morrow says
The loss we feel when a loved one passes is one of the saddest times of our lives. My heart is with Mike’s family at this time. I remember going to church with Mike & Bob when we were kids and the fun we all had. Mike was a great cousin & I will always remember him ❤.
Jerry/Judy Aaker says
We did not know Mike but his father, George is a dear, longtime friend of the family. Our sympathies to Mike’s family. May God grant you comfort & peace in your many memories.
Blessings from Judy & Jerry Aaker
margaret k mogus says
to the boston family thoughts and prayers go out to you so sorry for your loss
Frank Mcnabb says
Our condolences to the entire Boston family mike was a great friend and will be greatly missed
RiP. Frank and Joan
Shelly Allison says
I had the pleasure to work with Mike as he tended to our resident through hospice! He was always very compassionate and giving to the residents! My sympathy to his family and friends! It was an honor knowing him!