Obituary for Charles Theodore "Ted" Boswell
Charles Theodore (“Ted”) Boswell passed away in Houston, TX on April 8, 2020. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Susan Boswell, and by four sons, Chuck Boswell (Sara) of Tampa, FL, Drew Boswell of Terrell, TX, Billy Boswell of Tampa, FL, and Bobby Boswell (Keri) of Houston, TX. He is also survived by 11 grandchildren, a brother, Allan Boswell of Jackson, MS, a sister, Barbara Rushton (Fred) of Madison, MS, and a sister-in-law, Kathy Ralphs of Palmetto, FL. He was preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Virginia Boswell of Jackson, MS, a brother, James Boswell of Memphis, TN, and a sister-in-law, Penny Boswell of Jackson, MS.
Ted was born in Carbondale, IL and grew up in Jackson, MS. He graduated from Forest Hill High School, Hinds Junior College, and Mississippi College. After serving in the US Air Force as a 1st Lieutenant and attending graduate school at Georgia State University, Ted began his career as an actuary. He retired in 2013 from his position as CEO of Western Reserve Life Assurance Company in St. Petersburg, FL.
Ted enjoyed travel and had visited 44 countries. He read every sci-fi book in his public library as a boy. He carried his love for science fiction with him his entire life by watching every episode of Star Trek, believed in quantum theory as well as time travel, and enjoyed going to see the Star Wars movies with his sons and grandkids. He was a mathematician who became an actuary. Predicting risk was his specialty and earned him the title of “President of the Safety Council” among his family members. He constantly could be heard telling young ones “don’t do that” or “that’s not safe.” He loved soccer, golf and baseball and featured as a catcher in his youth. That passion for sports lived on through his children and grandchildren. Pop loved to watch them participate in sports and was an avid supporter of his family members as they played, even offering advice to them throughout the game with his booming voice. He was the king of the first impression and loved his long weekend drives around town early in the morning. He described himself as a problem solver which was highlighted by his great listening ability and helped him become an executive in his business life. He gave great advice, believed in a positive attitude everyday, and put his family before everything else. Finally, Pop was known by those closest to him for his ability to sleep anywhere comfortably. This included airplanes, couches, and the monthly performing arts plays he attended with his wife. He credits this skill to his time as a missile officer in the Air Force where he slept in missile silos, and we take joy in knowing that all of that preparation allows him to Rest In Peace for all of eternity.
Ted was loved and respected by all who knew him. He always put the interests of others ahead of his own. He was a wonderful husband and a great role model for his sons and grandchildren. The world has lost a truly good man and he will be greatly missed.
The family will host a celebration of his life in Tampa, FL once it is safe to do so. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to the charity of your choice.
For details and to leave a message for the family, please visit www.asacredchoice.com.
Ted was born in Carbondale, IL and grew up in Jackson, MS. He graduated from Forest Hill High School, Hinds Junior College, and Mississippi College. After serving in the US Air Force as a 1st Lieutenant and attending graduate school at Georgia State University, Ted began his career as an actuary. He retired in 2013 from his position as CEO of Western Reserve Life Assurance Company in St. Petersburg, FL.
Ted enjoyed travel and had visited 44 countries. He read every sci-fi book in his public library as a boy. He carried his love for science fiction with him his entire life by watching every episode of Star Trek, believed in quantum theory as well as time travel, and enjoyed going to see the Star Wars movies with his sons and grandkids. He was a mathematician who became an actuary. Predicting risk was his specialty and earned him the title of “President of the Safety Council” among his family members. He constantly could be heard telling young ones “don’t do that” or “that’s not safe.” He loved soccer, golf and baseball and featured as a catcher in his youth. That passion for sports lived on through his children and grandchildren. Pop loved to watch them participate in sports and was an avid supporter of his family members as they played, even offering advice to them throughout the game with his booming voice. He was the king of the first impression and loved his long weekend drives around town early in the morning. He described himself as a problem solver which was highlighted by his great listening ability and helped him become an executive in his business life. He gave great advice, believed in a positive attitude everyday, and put his family before everything else. Finally, Pop was known by those closest to him for his ability to sleep anywhere comfortably. This included airplanes, couches, and the monthly performing arts plays he attended with his wife. He credits this skill to his time as a missile officer in the Air Force where he slept in missile silos, and we take joy in knowing that all of that preparation allows him to Rest In Peace for all of eternity.
Ted was loved and respected by all who knew him. He always put the interests of others ahead of his own. He was a wonderful husband and a great role model for his sons and grandchildren. The world has lost a truly good man and he will be greatly missed.
The family will host a celebration of his life in Tampa, FL once it is safe to do so. In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to the charity of your choice.
For details and to leave a message for the family, please visit www.asacredchoice.com.