Mark Boylls, 52, of Evansville, Indiana, lost his brave battle with cancer on, Monday, May 10, 2010 at his home, surrounded by his family and friends.

Mark was born January 28, 1958 in Evansville, the son of Clay and Earline (Mitchell) Boylls and was a 1976 graduate of Bosse High School. He received his BSW from the University of Southern Indiana and his Masters of Science from the University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work. Mark realized his love for working with and helping the elderly during his many years at Southwestern Indiana Mental Health. He continued this passion at Good Samaritan Home, where he has worked since 2006. He was an avid IU and Indianapolis Colts' fan. He loved working in his yard, and spending time with family and friends. Mark was a friend of Jimmy K. and has had an incredible amount of support from this "family" prior to and during his illness.

Mark is survived by his beloved wife of 20 years, Pam (Romain) Boylls; daughter, Katie Jean Boylls; son, Clay Robert Boylls; brother, Dewey Boylls (Earleen); sister, Cynthia Hudson (Roger); mother-in-law, Betty Romain; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Linda Harris (Daryel), Gloria Millay (Steve), Bob Romain (Linda), and Ron Romain (Connie); and numerous nieces and nephews, all who have been a tremendous support during this trying time.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Earline and father, Clay Dewey Boylls and his father-in-law, Robert Romain.

There are far too many individuals to thank for what they have done for Mark and his family, but you must certainly know who you are and we love you dearly for your help and support. The family would like to thank Mark's former co-workers at Southwestern Indiana Mental Health and his current co-workers at Good Samaritan Home and to offer a special thank you to his "extended" family of Jimmy K., the staff of Deaconess Hospice, and to Dr. Ahmed and staff.

Funeral Services will be held at 11 am, Thursday, May 13, 2010 at Boone Funeral Home East Chapel - 5330 Washington Avenue, Evansville with Reverend Joe Easley officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park Cemetery.

Friends may call from 2 pm until 7 pm, Wednesday, May 12, 2010 at Boone Funeral Home - East Chapel.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to The Mark Boylls Cancer Fund at any Old National bank location and/or Friends of 318 at PO Box 6584, Evansville, IN 47719.

May 11, 2010
Pam, Katie, and Clay we are so very sorry for your loss. The Stringtown gang had many wonderful times together. We love you!
Doug, Michelle, Nathaniel, and Brittny Falk, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers through this very difficult time.
Kinney, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Katie and family you are in our prayers and love goes out to you. This is a very difficult time but the sadness will turn to warm and good memories of all the best times.
Love Terry & Kim Van Matre, Mt. Carmel, Illinois

May 11, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Nicole,Scott, Victoria,Andrea & Ashley Toone, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Pam, you and Betty are always in my thoughts and prayers. Mark will definitely be missed, one of the few good Social workers I know, was a great patient advocate.
Trevor Self, Jasper, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Love, hugs and prayers to you and your family

May 11, 2010
I remember Mark from Stepping Stone. He had a rare and wonderful sense of humor. He healed many people both patients and coworkers.
Greg Sureck, Boonville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Pam, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mark was a special guy (social worker); always with a smile on his face and ready to lend a hand when asked. He was one of a kind.
Treasure the memories.
Sandy Hunsaker

May 11, 2010
Pam - was so sorry to hear about Mark - I have alot of fond memories of both of you and the kids and working together. You are all in my prayers.
Jean Henshaw

May 11, 2010
Pam, my heart is absolutely breaking for you and your kids. I know what you're feeling right now, and I hope that you can take some comfort in the love and prayers that are coming your way. Hope to see you soon.
Sarah (Dean) Grove, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Clay, we were so sorry to hear about your dad. You are in our hearts and prayers.
Love Nancy, Chuck & Kelsey Herbert Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Pam, was so sorry to read about your husband, you and your family will be in our prayers.
Laurie and Mark Lindsey

May 11, 2010
Pam, Katie and Clay, I am so sorry for your loss. Mark was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He will be missed by many.
Pam Waddell, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Mark will be missed, but his spirit will remain in many of us. His courage as well as his experience, strength, and hope will continue. He gave of himself and his heart was in everything he did. My thoughts, prayers, and sympathy are with his family & friends.
Lisa Seif, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Pam, Katie, and Clay, You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I will never forget all the times we spent together. Mark being his silly self trying to make us all laugh. We love and miss you guys. Kelli Taylor Rapien, Kuttawa, Kentucky

May 11, 2010
Thinking of you during your extreme sadness. He will be missed... Love you, Becky
Becky doss, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
What a sad loss... it was my priveledge to have known Mark and to call him my friend... Pam, you are in my thoughts and prayers... I love you.
Tisa Champion

May 11, 2010
Pam...Praying for you and your family...Love and Miss you. Take care; if there is anything you need, or I can do, please let me know.
Karlie Jones, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Pam, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I didn't know Mark was ill. The last time I saw both of you I knew he looked ill, but he didn't say anything so I didn't ask. I remember spending the 7AM talks with him after he has worked all night. He was a good guy. My prayers are with you.
Sandy Douglas, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Mark was so kind to mother she thought the world of him and so does her family. I know you will miss him terribly but God will fill the void with love.
Francie Cooper & Family Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Pam, I'm so sorry to hear about Mark. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kim Newman, Henderson, Kentucky

May 11, 2010
I had the pleasure of working with Mark at Stepping Stone. He helped me to grow in many ways. May God give you peace as you celebrate Marks life.
Donna Gammon, Chandler, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Phil and I will always have a special spot in our lives that Mark filled. He never let on that his illness was getting worse. He was always upbeat and full of fun.
I am so sorry for your loss. You know if you need anything......
Wendy Thorson, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Dear Pam, Katie, Clay, I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in prayers and thoughts God Bless each one of you thru this difficult time.
Love Robin (Benton KY)

May 11, 2010
Pam, Katie, and Clay, You have my sympathy and prayers. May God give you his strength. Mark was a good friend and we shared many a laugh working third shift, he will be missed.
Lee Schlageter, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
I was saddened to learn of Mark's death. He was such a great guy. My prayers are with you.
Ann Britt

May 11, 2010
Pam, Our hearts are so heavy and sad to hear Mark passed away. We will have you, Katie & Clay close in our thoughts and prayers and know we are thinking about you and share your loss in this difficult time of sorrow.
With love and heartfelt condolences, Dean & Diana Diesing, Shelby Twp., Michigan

May 11, 2010
Pam and Family---We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will remember you all in our prayers and ask that God will comfort and strengthen you now and in the days ahead. We all send love and our deepest sympathy.
Wayne, Harriette, & Family, Vicksburg, Mississippi

May 11, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you as always, I love you!
Michele, Evansville, Indiana

May 11, 2010
Pam, Katie, & Clay : I was so sorry to hear that Mark lost his battle and passed away. He was a true and great friend who shared many things with me via e-mail over the past 6 or 7 years and he will truly be missed. I will keep all of you in my prayers and wish you all well in dealing with your loss. ((((( Mark ))))) One last Hug Brother!!
Bill Robbins (Indianapolis, IN) A QOD friend.

May 11, 2010
Pam, I was so saddened to hear about Mark; what a valiant battle he fought. I so know the grief you feel right now -- as it has only been 7 months since my dear sweet Henry passed. I wish I was there to offer some measure of comfort. Know that I loved working with both you and Mark at Good Sam. Take care. You are in my prayers.
Ruthann Ritchie, Tacoma, Washington

May 12, 2010
Pam and kids, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mark. It has been a long time since you kept Cassy & Casey, a lot of very good memories...You are in my prayers....
Nancy Miller, Evansville, Indiana

May 12, 2010

Pam, love you my friend. I am with you in spirit. May God give you strength for the coming days and bless your children as well.
Charlotte Waller, Boonville, Indiana

May 12, 2010
Pam and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers, we all loved Mark dearly and will feel your loss for time to come. Mark's ready smile and kindness touched the lives of everyone he met, and we feel truly blessed to have him in our lives. We love you dearly and pray for peace and comfort to you and your family.
Jeff and Kris Reagan, Evansville, Indiana

May 12, 2010
Dale and Marion are very saddened with the loss of a wonderful friend, husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers and love are sent to your family. We will miss him terribly. May you find strength and hope in God.

May 12, 2010
Pam, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers in this difficult time. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to know Mark, and call him my friend. His soft spoken words will stay with me forever.
Roman Erhard, Evansville, Indiana

May 12, 2010
Mark had such a kind and caring spirit. I can only imagine the many ways that he will be missed. Speaking as a colleague, he will be greatly missed by the world of Social Work. He was a "gold standard" for our profession. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.
Pati Loehr, Evansville, Indiana

May 12, 2010
Pam and family, my prayers are with you. Mark was a great guy. Just know that he is not suffering anymore. I know how hard it is to battle cancer and what it takes away from you. He is at peace now. Give yourself a big hug from me and I miss you. My thoughts are with you and your family during this time.
Shelley Johnson, Duluth, Minnesota

May 14, 2010
Words can not express how sorry I am for your Loss. Mark was a classmate of mine from U of L, and a Co=worker at SWIMHC. Mark always had a smile, a joke, or words of encouragement when he chips were down. He will be sorely missed.
Kim Welch, Evansville, Indiana

May 17, 2010
The Kent School of Social Work sends thoughts and prayers to one of its own and to Mark's family and friends. We trust that the good memories of his life will sustain you through your grief.
Terry L. Singer, Dean, Louisville, Kentucky