Melvin Thomas Boyd Sr

Melvin Thomas Boyd Sr obituary

Melvin Thomas Boyd Sr

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Oct

27

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Church At New Orleans

11700 Chef Menteur Hwy,, New Orleans, LA 70128

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Oct

27

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Church At New Orleans

11700 Chef Menteur Hwy,, New Orleans, LA 70128

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Melvin Boyd Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Boyd Family Funeral Home on Oct. 22, 2025.

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Melvin T. Boyd, Sr., a resident of New Orleans, LA, transitioned into eternal life on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at the age of 76. Preceded in death by his parents Verna Mae and Alvarez Boyd, Sr. He leaves to cherish his memories to his wife Janice Marie Boyd, daughters: Lisa Boyd, Natasha Moore, Crystal Bernard (Jonah), sons: Stephen Boyd and Melvin Boyd, Jr., grandchildren: Jonte Bernard, Josiah Moore, Elijah Moore, Jadyn Bernard, Jania Bernard, sisters: Joy Ross, Elaine Boyd, Kim Thomas (Sheardon), brothers: Alvarez Boyd, Jr (Janice), Lugene Davis (Henrietta), and Ronald Davis. Also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Family and friends are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration at Church at New Orleans, 11700 Chef Menteur Higway, New Orleans, LA on Monday, October 27, 2025, for 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Bishop Kevin J. Boyd, officiating. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery, New Orleans, LA. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504)282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

27

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Church At New Orleans

11700 Chef Menteur Hwy,, New Orleans, LA 70128

Send Flowers

Oct

27

Celebration of Life

10:00 a.m.

Church At New Orleans

11700 Chef Menteur Hwy,, New Orleans, LA 70128

Send Flowers

Services provided by

The Boyd Family Funeral Home

Only 3 days left for delivery to next service.