Nancy Jeanne Boyd

Don and Nancy Boyd walked hand in hand through the gates of heaven together on March 22, 2022.  They shared a love so deep that even death could not separate them.

Don Edward Boyd was born in Cayuga, Texas on February 8, 1937, to parents Aubrey and Zelma Talbert Boyd.  Growing up in East Texas, Don loved the outdoors and ranching with his father.  He was the star basketball player for Cayuga High School and won several state tournaments. While attending North Texas State University, Don met the love of his life, Nancy.  He served in the Army for several years and then followed in his father’s footsteps and went to work for Lone Star Gas Company for 40 years.   Don had unwavering faith in God and was active in the First Baptist Church of Plano.  He was a man of true integrity, and his true passion was his love for his family:  Amy Brooks, son–in -law, Pat and son, Bruce.  He devoted his life to providing a solid foundation, being a spiritual leader and witness to his family and friends.

Nancy Jeanne Boyd was born in McAlester, Oklahoma on November 18, 1937 to parents James Theo “Jimmy” and Evelyn Traylor Smith.  Mom grew up in Gober, Texas and loved living in a small community where everyone knew each other!  Like Don, Nancy also played basketball for Gober High School.  As a 60-year resident of Plano, Nancy was entrenched in the community!  She worked for Plano ISD for over 40 years as a teacher, counselor, and administrator.  Nancy’s energy and enthusiasm for life fueled her desire to help others.  She positively impacted so many lives for generations to come through her direct involvement with CITY House, Hendrick Academy, Lionheart Children’s Academy, Rachel’s Challenge and so many other philanthropic organizations.

Don and Nancy will be deeply missed by daughter Amy Brooks and husband Pat, son Bruce Boyd, Nancy’s sisters Amy Booth, and late husband Pat Booth, Mary Jane Neal and husband Johnny, and many nieces and nephews. Don is preceded in death by his parents Aubrey and Zelma Boyd, and sister Donna Tullis.  Nancy is preceded in death by her parents Jimmy and Evelyn Smith, and brother James Charles “Jimmy” Smith.

A celebration of their lives and love will be held on Wednesday, March 30, 2022, at 1pm, at First Baptist Church, Plano.  www.fbcplano.org    A private graveside service was at Arledge Ridge Cemetery.     In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to CITY House. www.cityhouse.org You may also sign the online registry at www.wisefuneralhome.com