Boyd Keith Fickessen
Boyd Keith Fickessen passed away on July 16, 2018. He was born in Galveston, Texas on November 30th, 1943 to Arthur and Maybelle Fickessen. In 1962, he graduated from Kirwin High School and went on to attend the University of Houston prior to joining the United States Marine Corps.
Boyd lived and worked in Galveston until he moved to Webster to open his business M.I. Printing Services in 1980. He is preceded on death by his parents and his brother A.J. Fickessen Jr. Boyd is survived by his: loving companion, Joan Corn; sons Keith (Lori) and Kyle Fickessen and their mother, Catherine Fickessen; granddaughter, Katie Fickessen; sister, Claudette Fickessen; and nephews, Eric, Kurt and Karl Fickessen and their mother, Earleen.
Boyd was a good man, loving father, loyal friend and dedicated business man. He will be missed by his family, neighbors, business associates, employees and many friends.
A Memorial Mass will be August 11,2018 at 11:00am at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Galveston, TX.
Should you wish to make a donation in Boyd’s memory, the family suggests they be sent to the Galveston Humane Society or a charity of your choice. Boyd loved animals and took care of many homeless cats at his office.
My deepest condolences! Boyd was my favorite business partner. He was kind, funny and a top notch professional. He will be missed but never forgotten. May he rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family and our friends at MI Printing. Semper Fi.
Boyd will be missed by so many. He is with our Father now soaring on the wings of Angels! I can see him and Mitch fishing together in a place that is so beautiful it exceeds anything we on earth can imagine.
All my love,
Debbie Corn
Boyd and his wonderful MI Printing staff handled all my printing needs for 30 years. I am so sad to hear of his passing. Boyd was always available to help my clients and he made sure every job was done professionally and on time. RIP Boyd you will be missed.
God bless you Boyd. I know so many will miss you forever and you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
Boyd “Rest In Peace” my friend I’m so thankful we shared some time together a few days ago. I enjoyed reliving the past when we were growing up. My condolences go out to the family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers
Rest In Peace, Boyd! We all will miss you!!
Employees at CESI
Boyde was very kind to me. As he let me live in his home with my cousin Joan and himself as I had a down time in my life. Until I was able to stand once more on my own. I am grateful for his consideration and patience until then. He truly will be missed. Boyde also helped me make fliers for my housekeeping business that I was able to pass around the neighborhood and other areas of interest. My heart goes out to Joan and those whom he left behind. My heart is saddened for their loss. Though Boyde was a man of few words he was also a wonderful cook, a patient giver and a very committed hard worker. May the Lord give him the peace we all seek while we live here upon the earth. God rest your soul Boyde.
I had the privilege of working alongside Boyd for the past 9 years as he is our printing vendor for the credit union that I work for. Not only did he take care of all of our work needs, he also printed several personal pieces for me including my save the dates, wedding invitations, baby shower & birthday party invitations. He was sweet, funny, smart, and hard working. I got to see him 2 days before he passed as he made one of his many routine deliveries to the office. We laughed and joked like we always do. I did not know that it would be the last time I would ever see him. I am going to miss him dearly.
Godspeed Butchy.
Boyd was a good man. He will be remembered often.
Boyd and Joan had many wonderful memories. Boyd was a true animal advocate and sheltered many homeless cats and kittens over the years. There is a special place in heaven for those who protect the innocent animals God created. He will be missed by his family, friends, and Joan..his faithful partner who always stood beside him.
I have had the pleasure of knowing Boyd since Kirwin High School days. What a great person. In recent years we have been able to have lunch together and do some fishing. I will miss him very much. My prayers go to family.
I knew Boyd for many years, was just thinking of him yesterday! We had some good times and lots of great conversations. Although it had been awhile since I saw him, he will be missed – very much. One of the “good guys”!
I went to high school with Butch.He was our chin up champion.He was a good man and I saw him at our “looney lunch” gathering.In the future he will always have his seat at our table when we meet.I know his spirit will always be present.
UTSI International has used Boyd’s printing services since 1994 and he will be so missed by us. He was always so pleasant and never minded that our orders were always small. And, he loved his cats and always was telling me about them. I will miss interacting with him. He was a very kind man and was blessed by God.
I miss dad so much I think about him all the time. I wish that I could have a chat with him. Love you.