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Ivean Boyd was born on January 17, 1942 in Prairie Point, MS to the late Carrie Robinson-Mattix and Willie Mattix, Sr.
She confessed hope in Christ at an early age and united with Christian Hill M. B. Church under the leadership of Pastor Bobby Bowen, where she remained until death.
She was united in Holy Matrimony to Rev. Oscar Boyd, Sr. for 53 years. After his passing, she served as the Senior Pastor of Christ M.B. Church. She was also employed at Johnston Tombigbee Furniture Company as a Supervisor for 35 years.
She is preceded in death by her parents, her beloved husband, Rev. Oscar Boyd, Sr., and her siblings; George and Willie Mattix and Nancy Lee Macon.
Pastor Ivean Boyd leaves to cherish her memories: two sons, Oscar Boyd, Jr. and J.C. Boyd (Teletha), II of Columbus, MS; four sisters, Lula Will Brooks and Hattie Malone of Chicago, IL, Ida Ruth Mattix of Macon, MS, and Allie McCollum of Berwyn, IL; two sisters-in-law, Betty Boyd and Queen Boyd of Brooklyn, NY; twenty-four grandchildren; twenty great-grandchildren; the best cousin a girl could ever have, Jannie Turner of Columbus, MS; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
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Ular Abrams Williams
May 1, 2017
Praying for the strength of the family in this season of grief. Be encourage and know that God is always with you.
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Mary Abrams Hood
April 29, 2017
So sorry to hear of family's loss. Pastor Boyd was an awesomely sweet & humble person. Praying for the family's peace, healing & guidance. Jeremiah 33:3.
Smith
April 24, 2017
Word's alone cant express the sadness that those close to you are feeling for the passing of your love one ,may you find comfort in knowing that you have friends to support you at this time of sadness with sympathy .
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