BORN

1968

DIED

2017

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Blount & Curry, Terrace Oaks Funeral Home and Crematory

12690 N 56th St

Temple Terrace, Florida

Mike Boylan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 27, 2017.

BOYLAN, Michael S., 48, passed away January 26, 2017. Born October 22, 1968 in Passaic, NJ, Mike grew up in Little Falls, Navesink (he always loved his “Sinkers”) and Highlands New Jersey. He later moved to Plant City, FL and in 1995 continued on to Temple Terrace were he resided until present day. Mike’s fun loving spirit attracted everyone. He loved life and wanted to experience everything it had to offer. His hobbies in his younger years included skateboarding and surfing and he transformed into a thrill seeking man in his later years. He enjoyed skydiving, ziplining, and enjoying a cold Miller Lite around a mud hole in his swamp buggies, side-by-side, on four wheelers with his closest friends and family. He also enjoyed sunny Florida days with the top down in his 1978 CJ 7 Jeep. After a car accident in 1999, Mike was given a second chance at life in 2000 by receiving a triple organ transplant (stomach, pancreas, and small intestine). Because of someone else’s generosity, Mike got to experience 16 1/2 bonus years. He raised three beautiful daughters with his high school sweet heart and soulmate. During these bonus years, Mike also started the second love of his life, his business Quality First, Inc. After years of being in the tree industry, he earned the nickname “Palm Tree Mike”. Putting his heart and soul into his business, he met and gained so many lifelong friends. Whether you were a customer or vendor, he would call you a buddy and you became family. He spoke highly of everyone he met. He loved the tree and landscape industry. Starting as an eighteen-year-old pulling weeds, he was hooked for life. He loved his work especially when he could get away from his desk or the phone you could find him out on the loaders showing the guys how it’s really done. Mike was known for his generosity not only with his donations but also with his time. He always made time for anyone who needed to talk and he loved to give advice. He truly put others before himself. Mike is survived by his wife and soulmate, Jennifer; daughters, Abigail and Vincent Penichet, Allyson Boylan and Reid Macko, Victoria Boylan and Alex Gonzalez and Amy and Travis Murray; brother, Matthew and Barbara Boylan; sisters, Christine Roughan, Laura Christiansen, and Theresa Flowers and Sonny Bob Tot McDonald; nephews, Christopher, Colton, Trent and Matthew; nieces, Devin, Miranda, Mariah (God Daughter); and many other cousins and extended family. Predeceased by father, Jack; mother, Suzanne; brother, Jack and nephew, Thomas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Transplant House of Cleveland, 2007 E. 115th Street Cleveland, Ohio 44106 or to a local FFA organization. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, February 4, 2017 at Quality First, Inc. 9421 Harney Rd. Thonotosassa, FL 33592.

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February 4, 2017

Will Martinez (The Greenery)

I hope that Gods Love helps your family through this difficult time. I always had a lot of respect for Mike. He was one of the good guys in our industry. Please accept my condolences.

February 4, 2017

Scott Cohen

I did not personally know Mike, we are somewhat competitors in the palm business and over the years I have heard nothing but good things about him and I am truly sorry for your loss.

February 4, 2017

Jann Holcombe

Forever in our hearts and thoughts.

February 3, 2017

Linda Diaz

Jennifer,
May our thoughts and prayers embrace you and your family.

February 3, 2017

Ana Penichet

To all of the Boylan family, I want to express my deepest sympathies as I know how hard it is to lose such a loved member of the family. May the memories you shared with him last a life time and brings smiles to your faces again.
Sincerely,

February 1, 2017

John & Tracy McDuffie

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's family and friends. He will be deeply missed. We will not forget his warm smile or the incredible spirit of skinny Santa. :)

February 1, 2017

Warren Noble

February 1, 2017

Gema Velez

Our deepest sympathies for Mr. Boylan's passing. May God bless you and your family. We will never forget you. Love, Gema Velez, ARNP

January 31, 2017

Jose Rodriguez and Brenda Campbell

Jose & I are so saddened to lose not only our boss but a good friend. We are so grateful for the time that we had to get to know Mike on a personal level. He was always there to help a friend and even a stranger. We are sending prayers to his beautiful wife Jenn and their 3 beautiful daughters. We are here for all of you at this very difficult time.

January 31, 2017

Jose Penichet

We are sad to hear that Mike passed. Our deepest condolences to Jennifer and all of the family.

Although it is a difficult time in your life, may you find some comfort in remembering all of the cherished memories of times spent with Mike.

We will keep Mike and the family in our prayers. God bless.

Jose & Patricia Penichet

January 31, 2017

Jason Rinard

Sad to hear the news about Mike. He was a kind person with a great sense of humor. Mike was always willing to help with information when I called to consult with on landscape nursery related matters. I will miss his fun spirit and big heart that embraced life and the people around him.

January 31, 2017

steve shadle

I was so sorry to hear about this. Mike helped us so much with our tree sales and was such a great guy. He got to visit us here in the desert and we all liked him so much. We are truly sorry for your loss.

January 31, 2017

scott shadle

Mike was a true friend and business partner and his love for his family was always front and center. So sorry for your loss and we'll be here to help in any way possible.

January 30, 2017

ruth gazard

A wonderful Husband,Father and friend to everyone who knew him. He treated everyone like family. I pray for his Beautiful wife and three daughters, who will miss his hugs,Kisses and his advise on life. we will all miss your love and friendship. You will never be forgotten our sweet Mike. XOXO

January 29, 2017

T

A professional both in the horticulture industry and in life. This is a man who knew how to live life to the fullest. Thank you for all of the friendly talks and advice. May your energetic spirit continue to move mountains!!!

January 29, 2017

Jennifer,
We are so sorry for your loss, Mike was truly a nice person. Jim and Mike shared hours of great conversations together and as you know Tracy was very fond of him. Until the other day we were unaware that he was so ill, please accept our sincere condolences.
The Goss Family

January 28, 2017

Dorothy Boylan McKenna

Don't stand at my grave and weep
For I am not there
I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn's rain
Don't stand by my grave and cry
I am not there
I did not die

January 28, 2017

Debbie Manganaro

Rest In Peace Mike❤

January 28, 2017

Lori Wilson

I am so very sorry to hear this. Jennifer, you and your family are in my heart and thoughts,

January 28, 2017

Mary Lou Robbins

So sorry for your loss, Jennifer. He was much too young to die and I know how much it hurts to contemplate life without him. My heart and prayers go out to you.

Aunt Mary Lou

January 28, 2017

Ken Tintera

Forever in our hearts

January 27, 2017

Jay Schwab

My wife is Miranda Schwab (Boylan) Jim Boylan's daughter and I never had a chance to meet you however you sound like a man who loved life. Prayers are with you and your family.

January 27, 2017

Carol Bailiff

So sorry to hear this news. My heart goes out to all who loved him. Prayers to his family. I am sure Jack was waiting fir him. Heavy heart tonight.

January 27, 2017

Denise Hamilton

May your family and friends hang on to the good times. Sincerely and in love...

January 27, 2017

Amy Flannery Adams

Sending hugs and prayers to the Boylan family. Keep on living and loving life like hubby and daddy would want you to.

January 27, 2017

A D'Angelo

The Boylan family is my thoughts in this difficult time

January 27, 2017

Jose Collin

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this vary sad time.

January 27, 2017

Brian Parker

He will be deeply missed.

January 27, 2017

Jose Collin

What can I say about my brother/financial adviser lol. He was a man like no other a Rare individual that just seem to have a conversation with just about anyone that he came across no matter if we were in a rush,out of town in a different state and even would give them joy ride in his buggy along with there kids or crew while making his crew wait and feel awkward at the same time . He was a true friend to all including strangers he would give you the shirt off his back even off his lovely wife's back as well at Redneck Yacht Club lol.. I can go on and on about him and I'm sure everyone will have there unique story about him but one thing is for sure I loved him and I will dearly miss him my buddy Mike aka (Cupcake)..fly high man and I'll see you again one day brother...

January 27, 2017

Andrea Messick

Mike your were the best at everything you did,
There's nobody like you . Your greatest achievement along with your soulmate was raising the most beautiful,strong , loving daughters . They say the biggest accomplishment is raising children that become good adults and you and Jen sure did that .
We will always have the rumson bridge , me you , Jen B and your Jen . That was one of the best nights of my life . Thanks for the memories , Rest In Peace love always-A- ❤

January 27, 2017

Laura Boylan Christiansen

My beautiful brother, I will miss you so deeply.. Every night I look to the sky an look for the shiniest star, I pray to family in heaven to look down upon us to keep everyone healthy and safe. I especially prayed for u an ur brother Matt an wish for a miracle. I would blow a kiss an ask God to answer my prayers. I have done this for so many years.. We had great memorable times that I will treasure for ever an hold close to my heart.. May you rest in peace, you so deserve it from all you have been through. I love you my darling brother.. Love your sister, Laura xoxoxoxo
Another family limb has fallen from the tree, but grandchildren will fufill new branches..

January 27, 2017

Joe Finley

For the boss man watching over us from above. May you forever swamp your buggy in the glades of heaven.

January 27, 2017

May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this vary sad time Psalms 29:11

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