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Elnora Boyd Obituary

age 99 of Gary, Indiana passed away February 19, 2019. She was born in Sunflower, Mississippi. Elnora was a faithful member of Temple of Praise C.O.G.I.C. She is preceded in death by her husband Cris Boyd; son John Boyd, grandson Willie Earl Thomas, one great granddaughter Latasha Davis and one great grandson Christopher Thomas. Elnora leaves to cherish her memory daughter Florence Thomas; son Will Boyd; special niece Eunice Grace; 15 grandchildren; 43 great grandchildren 34 great great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Visitation Wednesday February 27, 2019 from 9-11:00a.m. with funeral services to follow. All services at Temple of Praise C.O.G.I.C. 3941 East 13th Avenue Gary, Indiana. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Feb. 24, 2019.

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Doris Blair

February 27, 2019

To Florence and family I was so very sorry to read in the obituary of the passing of your mother i say
to you and the entire family that I no it hard BUT keep the faith and hold on to GOD unchanging hand for he will see you through I send lots of love and prayers to you all For we no that ours GOD don't make no mistakes Love you with the Love of GOD

A B

February 27, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Mrs. Boyd. May God give the strength and comfort needed at this most difficult time. Psalm 145:18

Stephanie

February 25, 2019

I am deeply sorry to learn of the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort and a measure of peace in your memories and in the wonderful promise our God has made at John 11:35,26

Gabrielke Freeman

February 24, 2019

Sending my condolences to the family, and my church family, Temple of Praise C.O.G.I.C. Mother Boyd will be truly missed.

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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Temple of Praise C.O.G.I.C.

3941 East 13th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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11:00 a.m.

Temple of Praise C.O.G.I.C.

3941 East 13th Avenue, Gary, IN 46404

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