BOYD O.C. Boyd, of Columbus, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, November 24, 2012. Born August 25, 1922 to the late Osceola and Anna Mae Boyd. He was a WWII Army Veteran where he assisted the prestigious Tuskegee Airman as their Quarter Master. He was awarded a Purple Heart in 1945 for his service. After graduating from college, O.C. retired with 34 years from the Ohio Dayton Malleable Iron Company. During the Civil Rights, as an entrepreneur he owned his own gas station, Boyd's Ashland Oil located in the Linden Area. He often assisted his wife as she was the South Linden Area Commissioner and he was a member of the Westerville Kiwanis. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his sister Lorine Singer, brother Clydell Boyd, sister Bertha Mae Arnold, brother Robert Boyd. Left to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 68 years, Rev. Hazel Boyd; six beautiful daughters, Hilda Johnson, Delores Johnson, Virgileen Nesby, Swayzene (Elvren) Talley, Crystal Alshawa, Denna (Robert Sr.) Gooch all of Columbus, Ohio; special nephews, Aubrey Arnold, Pastor George Jordan; special daughters, Dorethea Ingram, Sharron Kornegay; 13 grandchildren, Guy Horton, Tia Horton, Monnie White, Macquinta Talley, Virnika Nesby, Chana Sow, Chad (Monika) Talley, Chan Johnson, Yavin Alshawa, Reyna Gooch; ten great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Christine Nesbitt of TN, Vera Hedrick, Kathleen Holmes; brother, Odell (Lennie) Boyd; special sister-in-law, Delores Boyd, all of Columbus, OH; and brother-in-law, Jerry Arnold of TN; a host of nieces and nephews. Home Going Service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, December 1, 2012 at First Church of God, 3480 Refugee Road, Columbus, OH 43232, where the family will receive friends one hour prior to services, from 9-10 a.m. Bishop Timothy J. Clarke, Senior Pastor will officiate. Entombment will immediately follow at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. To leave a message for the family, please visit www.NewcomerColumbus.com.
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Hard to believe it´s been 10 years since my grandfather went home to be with the Lord. I think of him and my grandmother often. I miss their physical presence so much but I carry them in my heart. I rest in the blessed assurance that I will see my grandfather again. Until then, may he continue to Rest In Peace.
Forever Grandpa´s Girl,
Macquinta
Macquinta Talley
Family
November 21, 2022
Rest In Peace Mr. O.C. Boyd. Prayers for the family.
Robin Terrell
November 19, 2022
Rest In Peace Mr. O.C. Boyd. Prayers for the family.
Robin Terrell
Family
November 19, 2022
One day I will see you again. As I go through my journey here on earth, I can still hear you say..Keep on, keeping on. Love you Grandpa Boyd!
Chad Talley
Family
November 19, 2022
Great man of God.
Gentle giant, the head of a beautiful family.
Love and prayers to the family.
The Wells
Bettye Wells
November 19, 2022
It's been 10 years since we lost our Dad. However, its seems like yesterday. Our Dad was a gentle and hard working man that loved his family. Dad, we miss you very much. But you left us with so much wisdom to carry on. Love you forever
Swayzene - Daughter
Family
November 19, 2022
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Family
Family
November 21, 2020
Riley & Carolyn Andrews
February 6, 2013
We light this candle in your honor until we see you again.
Love Your Family
The Family
February 5, 2013
Beside the Lord and our Savior, our Father O.C. Boyd is the greatest man we know. He lived a life that we are proud of. A wonderful husband who stood by his wife during her illness. He is now resting in the arms of God. We love you Dad and we will be together again when Jesus comes. The Boyd Sisters
Boyd Sisters
January 29, 2013
Sis. Boyd, With love I weep for your family. Yet, we weep not as those who have no hope in The Lord.
God bless and keep you in His love.
Ocie Thompson
December 1, 2012
To the boyd family, im so sorry about your loss.my condolences to you all.During the time I took care of mrs.Boyd you were like family to me. He will be sadly missed!
tina long
December 1, 2012
Lois, my condolences to you and your family for your loss. May the Lord give you peace and comfort. All God's blessings.
Anna Nixon
November 30, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Frances & Donald Flewellen
November 29, 2012
Boyd Family-We share your grief as you prepare yourselves to lay your loved one to rest. Know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal. O.C. was always the consummate help mate for his wife and a loving provider and example of a Godly man to all his family and friends. May the days to come be filled with pleasant and lasting memories of a life well lived.
You all are in our prayers>
Adrian and Sheryle Lynn Powell
November 28, 2012
To the Boyd family, praying for you during your time of bereavement. May God continue to sustain you. Brother Boyd will be greatly missed.
Victoria Crews
November 28, 2012
Chad and Monika Talley, my Sincere thoughts and Condolences are with you and your Family at this Difficult time. Praying for your strength.The Bridges Family
Elaine Bridges
November 28, 2012
To all family members
May God carry all of you through the days ahead. I am so sorry to have read about the loss of your loved one. As a former school mate of the daughters, I wanted to send my condolences to all of you.
Irene Mathis
November 27, 2012
Sending condolences from Atlanta, GA. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal. Dispatching angels to send healing where it hurts. While you will miss him, you'll see him again. He'll be expecting you! Love David and Marlene (Craig) Tucker
Marlene Tucker
November 27, 2012
I give to the Boyd family my heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Mr Boyd. I had the pleasure to meet him years ago. The man exemplified the values of what we men need to copy. Special prayer for the strength needed at this time.
Gregory W. Evans
November 27, 2012
My prayers are with you and your family love you all....
Cheri Barr
November 27, 2012
Denna and Family--
Praying for your strength at this most difficult time. Keep the faith!
Cne' Maddox
November 27, 2012
Denna and family,
We are so very sorry for the loss of your father. You and your mother will be in our thoughts and prayers.
The Staff of Granny NANNIES,
Heidi, Rick, Russ, Fonda and Susi
November 27, 2012
May the peace of God rest upon this family.
Riley and Carolyn Andrews
November 27, 2012
Our condolences go out to the family at this very difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. May the God of comfort you in this time of bereavement.
Rod & Rita Morris
November 27, 2012
To all of O.C.'s "girls", Swayzne, Hilda, Vergie, Lois, Denna, Crystal, my hear is sad at the passing of your amazing father. What a wonderful and caring man! All of you and your dear families are in my prayers and thoughts. You are all like family to me and I love you. May God welcome your father with open arms.
Mary Anderson
November 26, 2012
To God be the glory for Mr. Boyd's life and legacy.
Doris E. Ross
Columbus, OH
November 26, 2012
My heart goes out to the family. He was a good man. My son will miss his great grandpa
Alicia Bashore
November 26, 2012
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