Willie Leon “W.L.” Boshers, Member of Church of God of Prophecy, Dies at 82
By Gwen
Posted Oct 14, 2026 at 2:47 AM
Willie Leon “W.L.” Boshers, 82, a lifelong resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on June 24, 2026, at Life Care Center of Columbia. He was a devoted member of the Church of God of Prophecy, a denomination known for its Oneness Pentecostal beliefs and emphasis on the Holy Spirit’s role in Christian life. His funeral services will be held on June 30, 2026, at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home, where Pastor Lawrence Jackson will officiate. Burial will take place at Polk Memorial Gardens.
W.L. was born on July 12, 1943, in Mt. Pleasant, Tennessee, to Elmer and Vera Estes Boshers. He married Juanita Young on April 3, 1964, and they shared 62 years of marriage. He worked as an equipment operator for Rogers Group for many years and was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and supporting the University of Tennessee Volunteers. His faith was central to his life, and he attended the Church of God of Prophecy regularly.
The family has requested that memorial donations be made to the Church of God of Prophecy, located at 1423 Williamsport Pike, Columbia, TN 38401. Survivors include his wife Juanita, daughter Michelle Banks, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and numerous siblings and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepmother, son and daughter-in-law, and several brothers and sisters.
Pallbearers for the funeral will include several family members and friends, while the Church of God of Prophecy Adult Sunday School Class will serve as honorary pallbearers. The service will provide an opportunity for the community to honor W.L.’s life and legacy.
W.L. was known for his love of family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and for his deep faith. His life reflected the values of community, faith, and family, which are central to the teachings of the Church of God of Prophecy. His passing leaves a void in the lives of those who knew him, but his legacy of faith and love continues to inspire.
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