Gilbert Eugene Boden, known as "Gil," was born on October 28, 1947, in St. Louis, Missouri, to William Eugene Boden and Gilberta Leona (Bond) Boden. He passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025, in Springfield, Missouri, after a long illness.

Gil was raised in Maryland Heights, Missouri, where he graduated from Pattonville High School in 1965. It was during this time that he met the love of his life, Mary Louise Schroyer. They married in May 1965 and went on to have three children.

Gil began his career working at McDonald Douglas aerospace manufacturing, while also starting his career at National Life Insurance, where he worked for many years. His insurance career eventually brought him and his family to Springfield, Missouri, where he continued working with National Life before transitioning to a career as an insurance broker. He was also a dedicated member of the Masonic Lodge of St. Louis, Missouri.

In addition to his professional life, Gil was an avid fisherman, a hobby he cherished, especially during weekends when he would plan fishing trips with his son-in-law, Mark Carriger. Gil also enjoyed attending his grandchildren's sporting events and supporting them in all their endeavors.

Gil was preceded in death by his father, William Eugene Boden; his mother, Gilberta Leona (Bond) Boden; his sister, Raeann Reznik; and his son-in-law, Mark Carriger.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Mary Louise Boden; their three children: Kimberly Carriger (Springfield, MO), Pamela Smith (Springfield, MO), and Steven Boden (Springfield, MO) and wife, Amanda; six grandchildren: Jacob Carriger, Mitchell Carriger, William Carriger, Madilyn Boden, Peyton Boden, and Henley Boden; his sister, Joan Dillion; as well as numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services of Springfield, MO.