W. Boyd Barrick II

Dear Ginn,

I'm so sorry to hear about this from my sister who lives in Rockford and saw the obituary. Although I never knew Boyd, he sounds like a wonderful and interesting guy. I pray that God will comfort you and bring you strength during this difficult time. Keep in touch. I'd love to catch up. Sheryl Noreen Moffatt

I have fond memories of lively conversations with Boyd Barrick when I was a young professional at Ohio Northern University. He was so kind and warm-hearted; he was also knowledgeable about things that intrigued me! Best wishes to all of you as you manage without him physically in your life.

Our deepest condolences for your loss. Boyd was a friend and fellow classmate from Auburn. Ginny, by any chance were you in Junior Achievement, and did your family live on Spring Creek, just east of Spring Brook. If so, I remember a party you had for the people from our JA company.

I went to Auburn High School with Boyd, Class of 1964. He was one of the top twelve boys academically and was the battalion commander for our NDCC (ROTC) military unit.

Funny story about Boyd the way I remember it: When they were taking pictures for the Top Twelve Boys everyone was told to wear something dark: a jacket or a dark suit. Well, Boyd shows up wearing the "whitest" white sweater you've ever seen. He's in the front row, right in the middle. If you have a yearbook you...