Mitchell "Mick" Eugene Boone

Mitchell “Mick” Eugene Boone, 78, passed away peacefully at home with his wife at his side on Monday morning, April 17, 2023, at his home in Benson, Minnesota. Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., on Friday, April 21, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Benson and continue Saturday, April 22, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., followed by the funeral service at 2:00 p.m. Burial will be at a later date in the Benson City Cemetery. Zniewski Funeral Home of Benson is assisting the family with the arrangements.

Mitchell Eugene Boone was born on January 6, 1945, the son of Wilbur and Myrtle (Dalum) Boone at the Stevens County Hospital in Morris, Minnesota. He was baptized at the Stevens County Hospital, and lived with his family near Hoffman, Minnesota until 1952 when the family moved to a farm north of Benson. Mick was confirmed in 1960 by the Rev. Robert Olson at Trinity Lutheran Church in Benson and graduated from Benson High School in 1963.

On October 9, 1965, Mick was united in marriage to Marlys Ruth Dokken at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church in Benson by Rev. Melvin Sucher. Together, they moved into their current home where they have resided for 57 years. They were blessed with three daughters, three sons-in-law, eight grandchildren, 60 years of love and 57 years of marriage.

Mick served in the National Guard from 1963-1969. He worked for Lorenz Manufacturing, Tyler Industries and farmed with his father. In 1971, he began his career of 40 years with Swift Coop Oil Company which became Glacial Plains Cooperative managing the Agronomy Department for 35 years and hauling grain until retirement in 2011.

Mick was very involved with church, school, and community activities in Benson. He was a faithful member of Trinity Lutheran Church for over 71 years where he proudly served on the church council, as a youth advisor, usher, and enjoyed being a part of men’s group. He volunteered with the Benson Lions Club, served as a Hospice volunteer and many other civic activities. Mick and Marlys loved the outdoors especially biking and walking. Together, the Boones were avid swimmers year around at the Benson pools. Mick treasured visiting with friends, playing cards, dominoes, and working on puzzles. Mick also enjoyed woodworking, cruising, and “tinkering” in his garage.

Mick never waivered from his loyalty to his family and friends. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Mick was extremely proud of his family taking such pride in cheering them on at their many activities and sporting events. Mick will be remembered for his integrity, huge heart, gentle soul, big hugs, warm smile, and many acts of kindness that he so unselfishly blessed the world with. He was peacefully called to his Eternal Home on Monday, April 17, 2023, at the age of 78 years, 3 months, and 11 days.

Mick is survived by his loving wife Marlys of Benson, daughters Marla (Richard) Strei of Big Stone City, SD, Maria (Mark) Botker of Clinton, MN, and Martha (Joshua) Schulz of St. Cloud, MN; eight grandchildren Hannah Strei, Emma Botker, Natalie Strei, Bailey Schulz, Lora Botker, Adam Strei, Parker Schulz, and Greta Botker; a sister Anita (Vernon) Landmark of Benson; brother-in-law Wayne (Sheila) Dokken of Benson; along with several other special relatives and friends. Mick is preceded in death by his parents, Wilbur and Myrtle Boone, brothers Roland and Orlin (Marcie) Boone, in-laws Marvin and Ruth Dokken, and sister-in-law Jean (Dean) Anderson. Blessed be his memory.