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Vernon Boyd Obituary
AIKEN, SC - Mr. Vernon S. "Podge" Boyd, age 80, of Aiken, S.C., loving husband of Joyce Carpenter Boyd and son of the late John Avery Boyd, Sr. and the late Birtie Rogers Boyd, entered into eternal rest on Monday, January 5, 2015.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by daughters, Eloise (Mark) Carroll of Williston, S.C., Deborah (Bill) McConnell of New Ellenton, S.C. and Lisa (Billy) Day of Aiken, S.C.; sons, Robert (Sally) Boyd of Aiken, S.C., Allen (Tammy) Boyd of Wagener, S.C. and John Curtis Boyd of Aiken, S.C.; sisters, Aileen Lively of Augusta, Ga. and Annie Boyd Green of Hephizabah, GA.; brothers, John A. Boyd of Grovetown, Ga. and Thomas R. Boyd of Kingsport, TN.; thirteen grandchildren, twelve great-grandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren.
He was born in Edgefield, S.C. and has been a lifelong resident of Aiken County. He was a retired farm equipment mechanic. He was a member of Banner of Love Holiness Church in Aiken, S.C. The family stated that when he was touched by the spirit while worshiping his Lord and Savior, he would shout "Well Glory", and they all share in the belief that he is now in glory, shouting with the Saints. What a testimony! The family will receive friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.
A service, celebrating his life and home going, will be held in the Chapel of Napier Funeral Home on Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 3:00 PM with Rev. Ashley Hawkins and Rev. Carrie Gorden officiating. The interment will follow the service at the Graniteville Cemetery. The Pallbearers will be Eric McConnell, Stewart Carroll, Bobby Chavis, Billy Day, Darrell Hall and Ronnie Hall.
Memorials may be made to a charity of one's choice. Napier Funeral Home, Inc., 315 Main St., Graniteville, S.C. 29829 in charge of the funeral arrangements.
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Deborah McConnell
January 5, 2023
Daddy it's been eight years since you left us. You were the thread of our family. When you left, the thread broke. Hoildays aren't the same.
Everyone has went their separate way. All I have now are the fond memories of you and our family gathering tucked away in my heart. We all miss you so much.
Stephanie Brooks
December 31, 2022
It's been 8 years since you've past and I can still remember your whistling songs of praise to God. This past Christmas I found myself going down memory lane thinking of when I was younger and how you would be in the bedroom wrapping Christmas gifts. I watched you wrap them chocolate covered cherries for the adults just a whistling along. I can remember thinking to myself how come the adults get the chocolate? Lol....I miss you so much. This evening I lit a candle and put it on the altar in remembrance of you. I look forward to seeing you again on that Great day. I love you popa.
Love Stephanie
Deborah McConnell
February 12, 2015
When I Lost You
I wish I could see you one more time come walking through the door. But I know that is impossible. I will hear your voice no more. I know you can feel my tears and you don't want me to cry. Yet my heart in broken, because I can't understand why someone so precious had to die. I pray that god will give me strength and somehow get me through. As I struggle with this heartache that came when I lost you. I love and miss you Daddy.
Deborah McConnell
February 12, 2015
Daddy I miss you so much.
Deborah McConnell
January 12, 2015
Daddy you passed away a week ago today. Even though you lived with many challenges in the last three-four years, you never complained. You were an inspiration to us all. You loved your family and the Lord. Praise God you are in Heaven with no neck brace, no more dialysis, no port flushing and no more doctors' appointments. You have a new body now. I know you're having a wonderful reunion with grandpa, grandma, uncle Murrel, uncle Lish, uncle William and all the love ones who left before you. I am so thankful God brought you to our family to teach us lessons in faith, hope, and love. I miss you so much. Meet me at the gate when I get to Heaven. I love you Daddy! Deborah
STEPHANIE BROOKS
January 12, 2015
POPA , Never gripping or complaining, only whistling and a singing. I love the song that was played "IF YOU ONLY KNEW"
Have you prayed for a loved one struggling hard with pain, You ask the Lord for healing but that healing never came. And in spite of all your efforts the good Lord called him home
Now you're down in the valley looking up to the sky
And you're praying, " Lord you know what's best, but I don't understand why."
If you could hear your loved one speaking now to you
They'd say, "You wouldn't be grieving if you only knew."
If you only knew, I'm just going home.
Your prayers have been answered, my sickness is gone.
Things look much better from heaven's view. The sun always shines, we're having a time. If you only knew.
To be absent from the body is present with the Lord. "I'm in the arms of JESUS now and I'm not suffering anymore." Hand in hand we'll stroll together down heaven's avenue.
And we're having a big celebration....If you only knew!!! I love you POPA and I will see you again some sweet day.
January 8, 2015
To the Boyd family we extend our sympathy to you. We are lifting you in prayers.
Wilson, Cindy and Maquel Blizzard
January 8, 2015
Sincere condolences for the family of Vernon.
May you find comfort in knowing that God feels for us when we suffer. Zec. 2:8
Aileen Lively
January 7, 2015
I'll miss calling you and chatting, but ill be seeing you soon in Heaven My Big Brother, Podge aka Podgey Wodgey Dodgey
Aileen Lively
January 7, 2015
My mind goes back to a time when we all use to play together...fun times, memorable times, happy times. I would have tears running down my cheeks thinking back to us running and chasing each other. All 4 of us kids (Jay aka John Sr, William aka Bully, Aileen, and Podge aka Podgey Wodgey Dogey). I sit back and remember those good times and now thinking of you...smiling...knowing you are watching from a far, smiling down on us and waiting for us to join you so we can tease you again. Our little Podgey Wodgey Dodgey.
Love Your Little Sister,
Aileen
Charlene & Joe Williamson
January 7, 2015
Papa was such a good, loving and gentle man and now he can watch over all the people who loved him. We will miss you.
Savannah Williamson
January 7, 2015
I love papa boyd
A lot
Wanda Shedd
January 7, 2015
So sorry to hear about Vernon he was a very sweet man. Our thoughts and prayers are with y'all. Jyrell & Wanda Shedd
Robert & Sally Boyd
January 7, 2015
Your battle is now over, no more tears flowing down our cheeks, no more pain, no more suffering, now you are no longer weak. I still do not understand why this had to happen to you, but I am proud to say you are my Dad, the greatest man I ever knew. You were always there for me and never once made me cry, until you closed your eyes and had to say goodbye. Now you are my Angel, so spread your wings out wide, please wrap them around me whenever you see me cry. Our time together was memorable and God took you away too fast, But the most precious thing to me was you being there for my first breath, and me being there for your last. I love You, Your the best.
darrel&linda hall
January 7, 2015
a wonderful man to have known.hard to see you left us but just knowing where you went gives us peace.praying God comforts you joyce an family.
brooke boyd
January 7, 2015
I love you papa you will be truly missed, you fly high and watch over me and carter R.I.P Podge
Gary & Kathy Swanson
January 6, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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