Eleanor L. Boyt

Eleanor Louise Boyt, 91, passed away February 16, 2025, in Brush, CO.

She was born January 25, 1934, in Gravity, Iowa to the late Ira Alvin and Opal Moore. Elanor grew up in Nebraska City, Nebraska. During her high school years, she was active in volleyball.

Eleanor married Jackie D. Priest, Sr. in 1957 making their home in Denver, CO. She enjoyed visiting and partying with the neighbors. Eleanor and Jackie parted ways and on April 1, 1978, Eleanor married Thomas Boyt. She became involved with the Elks Club and the Legion. Eleanor was a skillful painter and enjoyed teaching others how to paint. She also loved to dance, but what brought her the most joy was her grandchildren; teaching them the songs she sang as a child or simply watching them play.

Eleanor is preceded in death by her parents, Ira Alvin and Opal Moore; husband, Thomas Boyt; brothers Richard Moore and Russell Moore; daughter, Sheri Pachello; grandson, Christopher Priest; granddaughters Shonette Dykes, Melissa Priest, Alisha Sims and Brook Bejarno.

Eleanor is survived by children, Jack Priest and wife Pam, Brad Priest and wife Amber, Laurene Bartel and Joe Maloney, Judy Zelinda and Jerry; grandchildren, Annette Hayes, Tricia Garrett and husband Scott, Daniel Bejarno and wife Racine, Tessa Priest and Jerry, Falon Robbins and husband Mikey; numerous great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.

Memorial Service is at 11:00am on Saturday, April 12 with a reception following at Horan & McConaty, 9998 Grant Street, Thornton CO 80229.

Livestreaming of the service will be at: https://bxcited.com/eleanor-l-boyt/