Rev. Samuel R. Boman

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The Rev. Samuel R. Boman, 97, of Lincoln died June 4, 2025. He was born July 17, 1927, in Pierceville, KS to Samuel and Artemeca (Ratliff) Boman. Samuel grew up on the farm with his 2 brothers and sister. His father sent him to school earlier than usual because he was asking too many questions. He graduated from Lakin High School in Lakin, Kansas at the age of 15. He then attended Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. That is where he met Mary Ann, a fellow student and the love of his life. He married Mary Ann on June 2, 1947. He entered seminary at Seabury-Western Theological Seminary, Evanston, Illinois. He was ordained a deacon in 1950 for the Diocese of Kansas. He was ordained a priest in 1951 in Wamego, Kansas.

Samuel was a faithful servant, mentor and pastor. He was steadfast in his service to the Lord and others. His remarkable mind and thirst for knowledge was legendary. He was truly a blessing to the Church, his family and friends.

Samuel and Mary Ann traveled extensively in their Airstream trailer in their retirement, visiting 49 states and all virtually every Canadian province. They were married for 72 years, had 6 children and countless adventures.

Samuel loved all Huskers sports and never stopped learning.

Service:

Associated Supply Pastor of the Methodist Church, Anson, Kansas, 1945-1947

Assistant to the Rector, St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Manhattan, Kansas, 1950

Rector at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, Wamego, Kansas, 1951-1954

Rector of Christ Episcopal Church, Beatrice, Nebraska, 1954-1959

Consultant in Christian Education, Diocese of Nebraska, 1959-1960

Rector of Church of Our Savior, North Platte, Nebraska, 1960-1976

Vicar and Rector of St. David’s Episcopal Church, 1976-1990

Retired in December, 1990.

Pastor Emeritus at Church of the Holy Trinity in Lincoln, 2020-2025

Served as interim rector of many parishes as needs arose, including twice for Church of the Holy Trinity.

National Clergy Couple for Episcopal Marriage Encounter, 1976-1978

Regional Associate for Evangelism for the Episcopal Church, 1977-1983

Interim Executive Secretary of Interchurch ministries of Nebraska, 1992-1993

Many other National Episcopal Church assignments

Samuel was a member of the Lincoln West Optimist Club, past president of Nebraska Airstream Club, Lincoln Sail Club and many other organizations.

Family members include his daughter Suzanne Martinez, Fort Worth, TX; son Samuel (Tracy) Boman, Lincoln 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, wife Mary Ann, son John, daughter Peggy, twin daughters Nancy and Judy, great-grandson Eric Franzen, son-in-law Tony Martinez. Brothers James and Arthur, and sister Ardis Novotny.

Funeral service: 11:00 am Monday, June 16, 2025, Church of the Holy Trinity, 6001 A Street.

Visitation with family present from 6-7:30 pm Sunday, June 15, 2025, Roper and Sons Midtown Chapel, 4300 O St.

Memorials to the Church of the Holy Trinity or Saint David’s Episcopal Church.

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Services

June15

Visitation

6:00 pm-7:30 pm CST

Roper & Sons Midtown Chapel

4300 O St.
Lincoln, NE 68510

(402) 476-1225

June16

Funeral Service

11:00 am CST

Church of the Holy Trinity

6001 A Street, Lincoln, NE

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June 30, 2025

Suzanne — sorry to hear about Father Sam. He was an important man (Priest) in my life during my short time in NP. There were a number of times when I sought his counsel and it was always wise, including a time when I though suicide was preferable to living during my freshman year at NPJC. I know you understand that God’s grace will be with you.

– Gary Owen

June 22, 2025

Father Sam goes to meet the top dog, the Father of All, the Great Architect of the Universe. What a “Meet ‘n’ Greet” that surely was!!! My, how Sam could enliven an Airstream rally. Tina and I were blessed to know him and to enjoy his company and that of his bride, Mary Ann, on a portion of our mutual journey through Life. And, exactly like the ever-increasing disappearance of the big, classic Airstreams of old, so, too, are the classic, irreplaceable members of yesteryear taking their final trip around the last bend in the road, checking out what actually is beyond the crest of that last hill…probably another ‘Meet ‘n’ Greet,’ but this timevwith the owner of BRN #1. They and our club of old are and will be forever diminished by their absence. Walk well, my Brother. (Inuit Prayer)

– Donald Bowerman, #2655

June 7, 2025

Marcia & I are proud of knowing Sam & Mary Ann through our NE Airstream Club. He was a very special man, loved by all. Our condolences go out to the family and friends of Sam & Mary Ann.