Calvin Boyd Obituary
Calvin Coolidge Boyd was born on the family farm near Bigfoot on October 19, 1925 to William Arthur Boyd and Gladys Renee Hunt. He left his earthly life on January 30, 2026 at the age of 100 years.
Born the eldest of eight children, Calvin had a large part in raising his younger siblings after the early death of their father. He spent his remarkable life farming and ranching in the Bigfoot area with his brother, William (Bill).
Calvin is preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 61 years, Ernestine, beloved daughter Yvonne Marie Boyd, grandson Clay Allen Boyd, brother Roy Boyd, twin sisters Jean Wilson and Joan Chapman, sister Joyce McRea, and brothers-in-law James Wilson, Weldon Chapman, Joe Henehan and Arthur Ehlinger.
Calvin is survived by sons Terry D. Boyd, Gary W. Boyd and wife Vicki, grandchildren Tracy Lindsey (Jay), Tanya Viesca (John), Christopher Boyd (Cecilia) and Lyndsay Marie Boyd. Great-grandchildren include Jayce and Haidyn Lindsey, Brazos, Harvest, River, Pearl, Brave and Dove Viesca, and his namesake Calvin Boyd. He is also survived by brother William Boyd (Audrey), sisters Marian Mergle and Linda Henehan, sisters-in-law June Ehlinger and Emma Boyd, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Calvin loved his large family with all of his heart and he will be deeply missed. He will be remembered for his faithful service to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, his remarkable work ethic, being early to everything and his love for ice cream.
The family wishes to thank the staff of Pearsall Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Frio Regional Hospital and Heart-to-Heart Hospice for their help in caring for his needs.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 1:00 P.M. until 4:00 P.M. at Primrose Funeral Services of Devine, Texas. Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. with interment to follow in Longview Cemetery.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so by visiting www.primrosefuneralservices.com Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas, 78016, (830) 663-4445.
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