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Laurie Boyd Obituary

Laurie L. Boyd Battle Creek Laurie L. Boyd, 55, passed away Saturday June 20, 2009 at her home. She was born on March 2, 1954 in Gary, IN to Bill and Mary (Myers) Lockhart. Laurie graduated from Merrillville High School in 1972 and then Wright Beauty Academy. For 34 years she was employed by Harper Creek Schools as a bus driver for special needs students. She married William Boyd on June 11, 1985, they divorced and were just recently dating each other again. Laurie enjoyed camping, crocheting, genealogy, her chat rooms, and her cats. She had a special place in her heart for special needs children. Laurie is survived by a daughter, Amanda (Chris) Hartman, of Springfield; her mother, Mary Lockhart, of Merrillville, IN; a grandson, Allen Hartman; brothers, Stephen (Kathy) Galovic, and David Galovic, both of Merrillville, IN; sisters, Merry-Jeanne (Jim) Knotts, of Valparaiso, IN; and Shelley Peters, of Merrillville, IN; ex-husband William Boyd, of Battle Creek, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father Bill Lockhart. Family will receive friends from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home where funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday. Memorial contributions may be given to Humane Society of South Central Michigan or Muscular Dystrophy Association.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Jun. 23, 2009.

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July 8, 2009

Laurie was our son's bus driver for the past several years. This is truly a loss for each of us. She was a caring, kind, fun person who took special interest in each one of her "kids". What a wonderful person.

The Puff Family

Diane Russell

June 28, 2009

Amanda and Bill so sorry for your loss. Laurie was a beautiful person.
She will be missed tremendously. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am
so sorry i could'nt make it to the funeral. just know that we are here if you need anything.
Diane Russell, Robert Russell

Joshua Brandal

June 27, 2009

I only just met Laurie at Amanda's bachelorette party. And in that short a time i already knew she had an amazing energy about her. I felt comfortable instantly. Not many people make such an instant lasting impression like that. I am honored to have had what little time i had with her. best wishes to all of her loved ones.

Kristie Ouendag

June 25, 2009

I was blessed to know Laurie just a short time...she was a vibrant, loving woman. I enjoyed riding the bus with her and Janet. She will be greatly missed! To the family, I am sorry for your loss. Before I lost my sister, she told me that everyone is a rose on a bush and God only pics the most beautiful roses for his bouquets...you are in my prayers.
Danny's nurse

Delma Fromm

June 25, 2009

Bill and Mandy,
Melody just told me about Laurie tonight when she said she went to her funeral. I didn't realize she had passed away. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
My deepest sympathy.

Cindy D

June 25, 2009

Goodbye my friend. I'm going to miss you...the talks, the laughter, your sparkling eyes and "shopping in my garage".
Bill and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I am so very sorry for the loss of your loved one. She was so special and everyone that met Laurie loved her.
Although Laurie is no longer with us, nothing can erase the fabulous memories of this wonderful woman.
RIP Friend.

Katy

June 25, 2009

Laurie was my bus driver back to Harper from the tech center every morning for 2 years. It didn't matter if I was not having a good day and it didn't matter how tired I was, there wasn't any way to keep from smiling or even laughing every time I got on that bus and saw her with her huge smile. You always made all of us laugh and you will be missed.

Cindy Grumeretz (now Allison)

June 25, 2009

I, too, worked with Laurie at the Attic Lounge and we hung out even after I quit. She was a good friend and a lot of fun with a different sense of humor that I loved. I've uploaded a few pictures of Laurie of some fun times I will cherish forever. You can see them at http://www.altereddreams.com/laurie.html

It makes me sad to know she's left her mortal earth, even though we had lost touch over the years. I hope she has found the peace she so deserves.

June 25, 2009

I worked with Laurie at the Attic Lounge many years ago. She added laughter and fun any time she was there. It was always a joy to work with her!

My heart is heavy for her family and friends. Losing her is so very difficult. May your memories of her smile bring you peace. May the memories of her love comfort you. Know there are many people praying for you.

Cindi Shell, Grand Rapids, MI

Janet and Vanessa Hartel

June 25, 2009

Laurie taught my daughter and me a lifetime of lessons about love, dignity and respect for special needs students in only 4 years. As long as we are able to share this with others than she will always be here. Anytime we hear a silly song or an old Broadway tune we'll smile and remember the good days.

theresa 0

June 25, 2009

RIP Laurie...I met you online in the chat room...but always wanted to me her in person..sorry never got the chance.. You will be sadly missed !!!

Jim Olmstead

June 24, 2009

I met Laurie about 3 years ago and she greeted me with her sparkling eyes and wit. I will miss that now along with our chats and joking online, Last time I seen her I met Bill and she had such a new smile and outlook. My prayers go out to Bill and the family, Im going to truely miss my Yobunny and all her lil beaver freinds. The world is just a lil darker without you. Rest in Peace my Freind

Alan, Sarah, Nolan, & Lauren Leatherman

June 24, 2009

Laurie was more than Lauren's bus driver. She was a true friend. Our entire family, including the furry members, enjoyed meeting her each day and truly appreciated her wit, wisdom, and caring spirit. Laurie will be sorely missed.

Sue Dolezal

June 24, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear about Laurie's passing. Her kindness and loving personality will be missed by all who knew her. I cherish all the hours she put into accumulating our family geneology. My prayers are extended to Aunt Mary and all of Laurie's family and friends.
Love,

Joyce Einikis

June 24, 2009

Shelley and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and always. I am here if you need anything.

Susan Lewis

June 24, 2009

Laurie will be missed by all who has ever met her. My Thoughts and Prayers for her family and friends. We worked together at the Attic Lounge in the 'crazy 80's'. Her laughter and fun self are unforgettable as also her compassion for people.

Catherine Arroyo

June 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Lori

June 24, 2009

I only knew Laurie on AOL---but she always seemed upbeat and friendly. She never had a bad word to say about anyone...RIT Laurie

Alison Smith

June 24, 2009

Prayers and thoughts are with Laurie's family . May God put his loving arms around you all to give you comforts . God bless

June 24, 2009

Bill and Mandy: We are so very sorry for your loss. She had so much love to share.She was so proud of Mandy and her beautiful family. She said so many, many times. Also that she and Bill were dating again. We had alot of fun at work back in the "Good Old Days". We even had a few fun weekend trips. {FLINT} Also our "liver" dinners. Mandy I'm sure you remember...... I will miss her and remember her everytime I climb on the bus. Carol and David

Michael Thompson

June 23, 2009

Laurie was there to comfort and care for all of Amanda's friends, among many others. She was like a mother, a friend and a teacher to those she graced with her presence. She will never be forgotten, always be missed and will live on through the memories and knowledge she passed onto so many people.

~Rest in peace mama Boyd~ you and your family are in my prayers.

Jim Robinson

June 23, 2009

I am very sorry for the loss of Laurie she meant so much to the kids she assited with each and every day. She will be dearly missed.

Laurie Oleksa

June 23, 2009

Laurie was my son's busdriver for several years. She had such a wonderful sense of humor and took great pride in her job. It was very apparent that she loved all of the kids on her bus. We loved her jokes as well. Like the time she threw fake yellow flowers all over our lawn so my ex husband would think we had dandelions. Or the time I had stuff on my porch to be picked up by the Salvation Army. Laurie grabbed something from the pile, wrapped it up, and had my son give it to me as a gift. I know that you are still with us Laurie watching over all of our kids.

The Rowes, Tim, Val Erika & Taylor

June 23, 2009

Laurie was our daughters bus driver. We enjoyed her as much as Erika did and she will be missed!!

June 23, 2009

Laurie always kept us laughing with her jokes and good sense of humor. She was known as our "crazy Wednesday Girl". We will miss the banana bread in mason jars! Rest in peace Laurie and you will always be in our prayers.
Your friends at Victory Lane Lounge
Battle Creek, MI

Heck

June 23, 2009

Laurie and I never met. She was a happy person in the times we 'saw' eachother online. It's sad to know she'll be gone. Rest in peace Laurie, or Yo Yo as I called her :)

Jamie Hoskins

June 23, 2009

Amanda and family Im terribly sorry to hear bout your loss. She was a great person. I loved her like my own ma. May she rest in peace and always be in our hearts.

Anne Angeleyes

June 23, 2009

laurie was always so nice and wonderful to everyone she talked to she will be missed deeply

Tammy Chapman

June 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
With deepest sympathy

Kysha Roberson

June 23, 2009

Shelley, David and Family,

I am saddened to hear of the loss of your loving sister. Please keep God in your hearts and he will keep you through this trying time. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Crystal

June 23, 2009

You will be missed Laurie.. RIP!

Ellen

June 23, 2009

Laurie was a caring person and a lot of fun. I will miss her silly emails and sense of humor.

Jamie Long

June 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Tammi Little

June 23, 2009

My Deepest Sympathy goes out to Billy and Amanda and the rest of the family and friends that Loved Laurie. She has always been such a Breath of Fresh Air. So upbeat, made everybody laugh, fun to be around, and always so caring and compassionate. I will truly miss her and will never forget all the fun times we shared together..Especially in the good ole "Attic" days. I love you Laurie, and we will meet again... on the other side.

Denise Michielsen

June 23, 2009

I was her income tax preparer. She always came in with a smile and I enjoyed just talking with her. Remember to file her taxes next spring.

Veronica N

June 23, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with Laurie's family. She was a very sweet lady. I met her through the chat room and met her in person a couple times and she always made me smile. She will be deeply missed.

Gail Newcomb

June 23, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss Amanda and Bill. Laurie got me into driving a school bus some 15 years ago. We always had fun. Our kids played together at Yogi every summer. She will be missed very much. If there is anything I can do please contact me.

Karen (nope)

June 23, 2009

My Heart goes out to you all Laurie's emails were always a bright spot in my day she will be deeply missed by all who loved her.

Ronda Darner

June 23, 2009

I knew Laurie from the chat rooms what a wonderful lady she was. She could always make people laugh. I will miss her so much. Ronda Darner

Jackie Bruner

June 23, 2009

Laurie and I worked togather at the Attic Lounge many moons ago, but I will never forget her sence of humor and a great friendship. I will keep your family in my thougts and prayers.

Jackie

Elizabeth Long

June 23, 2009

Laurie was such a lovely person never had a bad word to say about any one she was real friend she will be sadley missed

Heather Wyatt

June 23, 2009

Amanda and family. I am terribly sorry about your loss. I loved her like another mother. She was the best! If you need anything Amanda let me know. I love you!

Walt

June 23, 2009

RIP Laurie... You'll be sadly missed as will be your laughter.

Kari S

June 23, 2009

Laurie was one of the very first people I met after joining AOL. And she was a ray of sunshine always. She met most of my family and was adored by them all. She was amazingly supportive when my nephew lost his leg. she drove hours just to sit with my family while he was in a coma. Ill never forget her smile and laugh...we shared many nights together just having fun. Laurie I love you....Marco/Pola will never be the same

Kathy (ST)

June 23, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathy. Laurie was an online friend and she will be missed.

Julie Dellinger

June 23, 2009

To Bill and Mandy,
I am so very sorry. Laurie was a very giving person to many people. Especially those who were in need. We worked together driving bus until I retired. We shared some nice times together. If there is anything that I can do please contact me. My prayers are with you.

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