Kenneth “Ken” Boles, a Milton native who served Northwest Florida for 14 years as a state representative, has died. Boles died on August 9, 2022. However, his death was announced 6 days later, on Monday, August 15, 2022.
Boles represented state House District 5 from 1978 until 1982. During his tenure, the district encompassed Okaloosa County and parts of Escambia, Santa Rosa and Walton counties, according to a news release from the Florida House of Representatives.
Boles also served on several House committees, including as chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee.
Boles enlisted in the U.S. Army and served honorably in the Korean War from 1952 to 1955. He attained the rank of sergeant and was stationed in Germany.
After he left the army, Boles carved out a career in the real estate niche and was a licensed mortgage broker and a general contractor.
Boles served his community in many capacities and was active in the Masons and Shriners.
Ken Boles age
Boles was born on January 2, 1933 and died on August 9, 2022. He died aged 89.
Ken Boles Cause of Death
A cause of death was not stated. However, considering his age, it is very likely he died of natural causes.
Ken Boles height
Boles’ exact height is not known. However, he was quite tall.
Ken Boles wife
There’s no information regarding his wife.
Ken Boles children
Boles is survived by his four daughters, Kenda Blanche Baxter (Tim), Kaylyn Elizabeth Minnix (Blair), Gwendolyn Elise Rolling, and Kathrine Joyce Walmer, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by four brothers and his son, Kenneth Schedl (Christa).
Ken Boles funeral
A service is planned for Tallahassee National Cemetery, where he will be interred as an honorable Veteran.
Further details regarding the ceremony will be made available once they are finalized.
However, one can donate flowers in his honor to the Big Bend Hospice.