Rosemary Elizabeth Green Boyer

Rosemary Elizabeth Green Boyer, 93, of Arcola, IL passed away at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at her residence.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at St. John’s the Baptist Catholic Church in Arcola. Father Michael Trummer will officiate. Burial will follow in the Arcola Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Monday, August 11, 2025 at the Edwards Funeral Home, 221 East Main St., Arcola, IL with a Rosary taking place prior to this at 3:00 pm.

Rosie was born on October 19, 1931 in Arcola, IL. She was the daughter of Alfred J. and Julie Marie (Clapp) Jacob. She married Maurice Green on April 11, 1953; he passed away on July 21, 1985. She later married Eugene “Baird” Boyer on January 6, 1990 in Arcola, IL; he passed away on October 12, 2020.

She is survived by five children, Dennis Green of Tuscola, IL, Doug Green of Hindsboro, IL, Daron Green of Arcola, IL, Ken Green (Lynn) of Camargo, IL and Marcy Green (Gil) of Seattle, WA, two stepchildren, Steven Boyer (Irene) of Springfield, IL and Alan Boyer (Ellen) of Decatur, IL, seven grandchildren, Sarah Reece Medina, Angie Thomas (Travis), Andy Green, Justin Green, Nicole Stewart (John), Tyler Boyer (Holly) and Kathleen “Katie” Mohler (Jonathan), 17 great grandchildren, one great-great grandchild, one brother, Oscar Jacob (Susan) of Arcola, IL, and three sisters, Florence Banning (Ben) of Pana, IL, Dorothy Boyer (Richard) of Arcola, IL and Alice Jacob of Arcola, IL.

She was preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, Maurice Green and Baird Boyer, a daughter, Kathryn Reece, three brothers, Andrew Jacob, Richard Jacob and Joseph Jacob, and one sister, Alberta Jacob.

Rosie graduated from Arcola High School in 1949 and went on to attend Parkland College. She was a devoted farmer’s wife and the heart of her family, - a tireless provider whose strength and spirit helped build and sustain the family farm. Rosie wasn’t just behind the scenes; she was in the fields, at the table, in the books, and in the kitchen - doing whatever needed to be done with quiet determination and love.

Known for her unwavering dedication and generous heart, Rosie found joy in the simple but meaningful rhythms of farm life. She poured her energy into tending her garden, canning the harvest, quilting, and baking everything from scratch — especially pies. 

Rosie was deeply connected to her faith and her community. She was a longtime member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Arcola and was actively involved in the Altar Rosary Society. She loved being part of the Galton Ladies Club and the Hindsboro Bunco Club. She was also a member of the Christian Motorcycle Club and enjoyed golfing and traveling to Florida with Baird for the winters. She was deeply blessed by the expansion of her family through her marriage to Baird, and one of her greatest joys was being reunited with her sisters when they moved back to Arcola - a gift that brought her comfort, joy, and love. 

Rosie lived a life full of purpose, service, and love. Her strength, warmth, and unwavering devotion to her family will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

Memorials can be made to the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Arcola or Sarah Bush Lincoln Memorial Hospice.