Charles A. Boyle

Charles Augustus Boyle (August 13, 1907 – November 4, 1959) was an American politician who was a U.S. representative from Chicago's north side representing Illinois's 12th congressional district from 1955 to his death in a car accident.

Early life, education, and career Boyle was born in Spring Lake, Michigan on August 13, 1907, the son of Rose (née Marsh) and Michael Melvin Boyle. His paternal grandparents were Irish.

Boyle grew up on his parents' farm for much of his youth.

In 1930, Boyle graduated from Loyola University Chicago with an undergraduate degree, and in 1933 he graduated from the Loyola University Chicago School of Law with a law degree. He worked Chicago Motor Coach Company as a student, The district covered portions of the North Side of Chicago, He was the only occupant of his vehicle at the time of the crash.

Family and personal life Boyle was Roman Catholic. He was a member of the Illinois Bar Association, the American Bar Association, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks, the Knights of Columbus, the University Council of the Irish Fellowship, and the Edgewater Golf Club. However, his candidacy was largely overlooked, and he withdrew. Additionally, through their son Michael, the Boyles are the paternal grandparents of actress Lara Flynn Boyle.

Boyle was the 1952 recipient of the "Chicago Father of the Year" and "Mr. Illinois" honors.