RAY W. BOYD

Ray W. Boyd, 82, of Lakeland, TN, passed away peacefully February 11, 2014 after a full and active life. Ray was born in Dayton, OH, served in the Navy during the Korean War, and graduated from Ohio State University. Married Judith E Boyd in 1957, enjoying 53 years of marriage until her death in 2010. Ray worked 30 years for Owens Illinois Glass Container Division in Sales, living in Columbus, OH, Grand Rapids, MI and finally in Memphis. He spent his retirement years working at the Buck & Bass Sports Center in Memphis until it closed in 2006. Ray was active driving for the Shriner's medical transportation services and in numerous service projects for the Lakeland Lions Club. He is survived by his sons and daughters-in-law, Jeff and Patti Boyd of Caledonia, MI and Gregg and Jackie Boyd of Bartlett, TN. Grandchildren include Alaynah, Tyler and Christopher Boyd of Caledonia, MI and Brady and Grant Boyd of Bartlett, TN. and his sister Shirley Coy of Brookville, OH. A memorial service will be held at the International Harvesters Club, 4523 Canada Rd. Lakeland, TN on March 29 at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Lakeland Lions Club, care of Gwen Fowler, 9687 White Spruce Cove, Lakeland, TN 38002.