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Richard Boyd

1943 - 2025

BORN

1943

DIED

2025

Richard Boyd Obituary

Richard Irvin Boyd, 82, passed away on November 2, 2025, in Santa Rosa, California.

Born on June 20, 1943, Richard grew up in San Francisco and graduated from Lincoln High School. After proudly serving in the U.S. Navy, he went on to build a career as a telephone line assigner-a role he held with dedication.

Richard had a deep love for reading and could often be found with a book in hand. In the 1980s and 1990s, he enjoyed the time he volunteered to the Santa Rosa Junior Hockey Club and as an off-ice official for the annual Snoopy's Senior World Hockey Tournament.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife Judith; his son Tony; daughter-in-law Elise; granddaughter Macalla; and great-granddaughter Wesley. His legacy lives on through them and through the many lives he touched with his kindness and quiet strength.

May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Press Democrat on Nov. 13, 2025.

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Richard was a kind hearted, gentle spoken & funny. We will miss your phone calls & stopping by talks. RIP: Richard, you will be truly missed.

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