Frank Neal Boykin, 71, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 31, 2024.

Frank was born to the late O’Neal Boykin and Betty (Wilson) Boykin on April 10, 1953, in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. He confessed Christ at an early age and attended St. James Baptist Church. At the age of 16, he left Johnstown, Pennsylvania and moved to Cleveland, Ohio.

Frank attended Glenville High School and graduated in 1971. Frank loved sports, music, and his family. He also loved life. In 1999 he met the love of his life Rochelle where they fell in love and married in 2002.

Frank worked at Cleveland Clinic for 15 years where he retired in 2015. Shortly after he became ill, Frank fought a long strong fight until his death. He fought this illness like he lived his life, on his own terms.

Frank leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 21 years, Rochelle Boykin, his children; Jennean Boykin, Krystal Boykin, LaKisha Walton (Leon), his grandchildren; Amber Boykin, Amari Boykin, KaaLiyah Shumate, Kiyah Young, Mehki Walton, MaLaya Walton, one great-grandson, Karsen Boykin. His mother, Betty L. Boykin, his siblings; Vanessa Lewis (Allen), Desiree Brown (Sonny), April Davis (Don), Tracy (Robert), Michael Boykin (Patricia), James Boykin (Dena), Anthony Boykin (deceased), O’Neal Boykin Jr. (Tracey), brother-in-law, Jimmie Lytle (Jackie). His two favorite aunts, Mrs. Ruth Holifield, and Mrs. Mattie Charles. And a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

And special thanks to the LVAD teams, Dr. Maria Mountis, and Dr. Tamaskar of the Cleveland Clinic.