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Bill is survived by his wife Sandy Boyd of Taylorville, IL; children: Leslie Klocek of Taylorville, IL; Jo Anna Griffiths of Taylorville, IL; Michael (Julie) Boyd of Indiana; Michelle DeClerck of Springfield, IL; Mandy (Chris) Owens of Bloomington, IL; grandchildren: Zach, Samantha, Ryan, Noah, Dustin, Sasha, Jourdan, Riley, Raimey, Reagan; seven great grandchildren; sister-in-law: Joy Boyd and nephew: Richard Boyd. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Richard and James Boyd and mother-in-law: Elaine Molen.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Shafer, Perfetti and Assalley Funeral Home in Taylorville, IL. There will be no services, and inurnment will be held at a later date.
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