Travis A. Boven
Travis Allen Boven, of Lansing, Michigan, went to be with our Lord July 13, 2024, after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer and the after-effects of the cancer treatment. Travis was born July 14, 1988, in Lansing, Michigan. Prior to becoming ill, Travis was very active and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He attended church youth group and had a strong faith in God. He was a Boy Scout and a member of the Order of the Arrow. Travis enjoyed aggressive skating, skateboarding, BMX biking, and Taekwondo. Travis was a huge fan of the MSU Spartans and Mountain Dew.
Travis is survived by his parents, Craig and Jean Boven, sister Lauren Boven (Will Carthen), nephew Miles, and many aunts, uncles and cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Theodore and Patricia Schaafsma and Donald and Mary Jo Battisfore, also his Uncle Tom Boven.
The family wishes to thank family and friends for their kindness, love and support of Travis and the family. Also, gratitude to the many medical professionals who cared for Travis over the years and the staff and students at Waverly Community Schools who supported Travis through his cancer treatment.
A celebration of Travis’s life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, August 19, 2024 at Riverview Church-Westside, 7533 W. St. Joseph Highway, Lansing, MI 48917. Casual dress is requested. Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, American Brain Tumor Association, or the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society.
Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Online condolences may be left for his family at www.EstesLeadley.com.
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William Carthen Jr.
July 15, 2024 at 2:29 pmThere are so many things that I encounter day to day that make absolutely no sense to me. I don’t know why such a difficult battle was ordained for you, but you endured it with a level of strength that has encouraged and motivated me forever. I love you Travis, rest up big dog. Go Green, Go White (until they play my Wolverines!).
Lauren
July 15, 2024 at 7:00 pmYou are missed & so loved buddy.
Sally Purdy
July 15, 2024 at 10:03 pmMay you rest in peace, Travis. You fought hard and were lovingly cared for by your family.
Sally and Jeff Purdy
Carol Moultine
July 16, 2024 at 5:01 pmJean, Please know that I embrace you and your family with all the love of my heart.
I know first hand – your dedication to your family and especially to your sweet Travis. I also know that your Faith is strong and that Travis can see the face of the Lord this day.
My deepest sympathy & Love,
Carol
David Luginbill
July 20, 2024 at 4:54 pmCraig and Jean and Lauren. Your love for Travis was apparent in your care for him. His love for God was apparent in word and deed. May God richly bless you in this tender time.
Dave Luginbill
Jean
July 21, 2024 at 5:57 pmThank you Doctor. We have been blessed to be able to care for Travis and to have such good medical providers caring for Travis. Thank you for all you did for Travis and our family for so many years.
Terri Wolf
July 21, 2024 at 7:18 amJean and Craig, I continue to be in awe of the dedication and care you provided to Travis. I always felt a connection to you Jean as Travis and my daughter were born the same day in the same hospital. I now live in Florida, but you were one if my favorite patients and I always enjoyed our visits. I hope you both have a great retirement with fond memories of Travis to hold tight.God Bless
Sandra Weingart
July 24, 2024 at 3:26 pmDear Craig, Jean, and Lauren-
Sending our sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved Travis.
Your commitment and care throughout the years demonstrates your deep love for Travis. He was truly blessed to have you as his family.
May you find comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Harv & Sandra Weingart
Jane and Ken Mitchell
July 25, 2024 at 10:00 pmJean, Craig and Lauren,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. You have all done so much for Travis and he is looking done and will watch over all of you. .
Jane and Ken Mitchell
Dona and Gary
August 9, 2024 at 7:56 amThere are no words that suffice. Travis was your beautiful boy. He was a delight to all that had the pleasure of knowing him. He was a smart, spunky, determined young man. He was brave, funny and faith filled throughout his illness. I know your heart aches for what was lost and still rejoices for his new life in heaven. You were, and are, amazing parents. Your exceptional care for Travis was the definition of love. Praying for peace of heart and mind and many blessings as you grow forward. So Much Love to you and Lauren as well.