Polo Boisse, Jr. was born to Polo and Emma Boisse on July 22, 1937 in San Angelo, Texas. He left for Heaven on March 27, 2022.
Polo was a cowboy at heart and in his younger days, was a rodeo participant. For the remainder of his life, he was a constant box seat presence at almost every performance of the San Angelo Rodeo. He was a teller of great tales embellished with his active imagination. There was no story that didn’t need his special touch. Over the years, he was involved in many ventures with special friends. They bought and sold racehorses, vintage vehicles, various firearms, and only Polo knew what else.
He was a lifelong resident of San Angelo where he attended San Angelo public schools and graduated from San Angelo High School in 1956. He served in the Texas National Guard and was activated with the 49th Armored Division during the Berlin Crisis of 1961, stationed at Fort Polk, Louisiana.
Aside from his adventurous side, Polo deeply loved his family and friends with a loyalty that knew no bounds. He married Ann Blackard in 1963. Together they raised two daughters: Tawana Boisse Jacoby and Tulisha Boisse Bennett (Casey). As much as he loved those three women, the true love of his life was granddaughter Ann Marie Bennett.
Polo is survived by his wife, daughters, granddaughter, and son-in-law. Also, his brother-in-law and sister-in-law Bobby and Gloria Blackard of Junction. He loved his nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Christine Boisse Odum.
When truly unique people leave this world, many say “They broke the mold when he was made” that certainly applies to Polo Boisse. There will never be another quite like him and he will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A memorial to celebrate his life will be held at Harper Funeral Home on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at 1:00PM.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Meals for the Elderly or a charity of your choice.
Family and friends may share online condolences at www.harper-funeralhome.com.
