Margaret F. Boston

A Life of Faith, Love, Service, and Dedication

Margaret Faye Boston was a woman of unwavering faith, remarkable strength, and a heart devoted to God, family, and service. Her life was a beautiful testament to love, perseverance, and the power of serving others. On Sunday, September 27, 2026, Margaret peacefully transitioned from this earthly life, surrounded by the love and presence of her family. She was 74 years old.

Born on September 15, 1952, in Corpus Christi, Texas, Margaret was the beloved daughter of Claude Lee Barnes and Joyce Bertha Thomas Barnes. She grew up in Corpus Christi, where her early years helped shape the values of faith, family, and determination that would guide her throughout her life. She attended Foy H. Moody High School, graduating with the Class of 1971.

On March 10, 1973, Margaret united in holy matrimony with Larry E. Boston. Their marriage spanned 53 years. Together, they were blessed with four children: Pamela, KiaWona, Tamara, and Claude. Margaret cherished her role as a mother and grandmother, and her love for her family remained at the center of her life. Though Corpus Christi was her birthplace and childhood home, Margaret made Austin, Texas, her home for most of her adult life, building a lasting legacy of faith, family, friendship, and service.

A Woman of Faith and Service

Margaret's Christian faith was the foundation upon which she built her life. She united with David Chapel Missionary Baptist Church under the pastoral leadership of the late Reverend James E. Obey, Sr. She remained a faithful and dedicated member, generously sharing her time, talents, treasure, wisdom, and love with her church family.

Her commitment to Christian service was reflected in her involvement in numerous ministries, including the Choir, Women's Ministry, Platinum Plus Ministry, and Stephen Ministry. She also served as a Sunday School teacher and Women's Ministry’s Hannah D-Group Bible Study teacher, helping others deepen their understanding of God's Word and strengthen their personal relationships with Christ.

Margaret did more than profess her faith; she lived it. Whether through teaching, singing, encouraging others, or simply being present when someone needed support, she demonstrated what it meant to serve God by serving His people. Her dedication to ministry reflected her belief in the importance of fellowship, spiritual growth, and lifting others along life's journey.

A Legacy of Excellence and Dedication

Margaret's commitment to excellence extended beyond her church and family into her professional life. She devoted an extraordinary 42 years of service to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), where she built a distinguished career marked by professionalism, leadership, integrity, and an exceptional work ethic.

Throughout her career, Margaret earned the respect of her colleagues and demonstrated the qualities of a dedicated public servant. Her years of commitment and outstanding contributions were recognized with the prestigious Albert Gallatin Award, the highest honorary career service award bestowed by the United States Department of the Treasury.

In April 2021, Margaret retired from her supervisory position at the IRS, concluding more than four decades of faithful service and leaving behind a legacy of leadership, excellence, and dedication.

A Life Rooted in Love and Family

While Margaret's professional accomplishments and devotion to ministry were remarkable, her greatest legacy was the love she poured into her family and the relationships she nurtured throughout her life.

As a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, godmother, and friend, Margaret held a special place in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Her presence was a source of strength, her wisdom a source of guidance, and her love a gift that will continue to be treasured.

Margaret understood the importance of family and the bonds that connect generations. Through life's celebrations, challenges, and everyday moments, she demonstrated a steadfast commitment to those she loved. The memories created, lessons shared, and love given throughout her 74 years will remain an enduring part of her legacy.

A Cherished Legacy

Margaret was preceded in death by her beloved daughter, Pamela Yvette Boston; her husband of 53 years, Larry E. Boston; and her parents, Claude Lee Barnes and Joyce Bertha Thomas Barnes.

She leaves to cherish her precious memory and celebrate her remarkable life her three loving children, KiaWona Boston, Tamara Boston, and Claude Boston; three beloved grandchildren, Kayla Boston, Triniti Williams, and Elijah Jackson; and her goddaughter, Margaret Daniels.

She is also lovingly remembered by her siblings, Johnny Barnes (Julie), Dorothy Francis, Gladys Murray (Glynn), Wayne Barnes, and Robert Barnes; her beloved bonus siblings, Othel Brown, Cheryl Wilson, James Brown, Bilvy Satterwhite, Jr., Anthony Satterwhite, Andrea Satterwhite, King Satterwhite and Victor White, whose love and connection were treasured parts of her extended family; along with a host of sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, extended family members, lifelong friends, her David Chapel Missionary Baptist Church family, and countless others whose lives were enriched by her presence.

Margaret Faye Boston's life was a beautiful reflection of faith in action, love in abundance, and service with purpose. Although her earthly journey has come to an end, the seeds of love, wisdom, kindness, and faith she planted will continue to flourish in the lives of those she touched.

Her voice may now be silent, but her influence will continue to speak. Her earthly presence will be deeply missed, but her love will remain forever.

Her work on earth is complete, her legacy lives on, and her love will never fade.

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant." — Matthew 25:21 (KJV)