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James Boyd Obituary
Jimmy was born in Lakeland, Florida, the youngest of seven children to William and Audrey Boyd. He lived in Florida until enlisting in the Navy in 1963. While being stationed at Great Lakes Naval Training Center, Waukegan, Illinois, he met his beloved wife Karen. Completing his training, he was stationed in San Diego aboard the USS Canberra. While being deployed to the Western Pacific, his daughter Rene' was born. Shortly before being discharged his son Shawn was born. He left the Navy in 1969 and began a new chapter as a computer technician with the NCR Corp., then Computervision. Upon retirement he drove a transit bus before taking retirement seriously and staying home to "putts" around in his garage.
Jimmy moved to the small town of Ramona in 1969. While his family was growing up he developed a love of camping in the desert where he met many lifelong friends. He coached little league baseball for several years and watched many great kids grow up to be young men and women. A bright orange Jeep came into his life that became the "never ending" project. Many hours of fun and excitement followed including being on the pit crew for Roger Mears Racing during a Baja 500. He was a man of many stories and all you had to do was ask a question and off he would go. He loved baseball, football and NASCAR and followed them religiously.
Jimmy is survived by his wife of 48 years, Karen; daughter, Rene (Ken) Pelkey of Ramona; son, Shawn (Terasa) Boyd; grandson, Eric of Ramona; and three sisters and one brother in Florida. There are just too many nieces and nephews who loved him to mention by name.
A Celebration of Life for Jimmy will be held on Saturday, July 7, 2012, at 11:00 am at Bonham Bros. & Stewart Mortuary, Ramona. Please join us to share your memories with us.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated.
Bonham Bros & Stewart Mortuary and Cremation Service is assisting the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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4 Entries
July 8, 2012
Karen and Family-
We received info that Jimmy had passed away-so many wonderful memories camping in the desert with our families--good meals at your home and watching our kids grow--sending lots of love to you and your family-we were so sorry to hear about his passing--Walter and Linda Newton-Walla Walla, Wa
Dalia Nogueda
July 7, 2012
I'm sorry to the James family. I will always remember him when I offered him an strawberry pie at Ramona Cafe. A long time customer of us with a great personality. We love you guys. James, we will eventually say hi! Again in heaven.
Dalia (Ramona Cafe)
Wayne Channon
July 1, 2012
Karen,
My condolences to you and your family on the loss of such a fantastic person. I know you have many precious memories that you will forever hold within your heart. Those memories will bring a smile whenever you think of Jim. For more than 40 years, I was graced with his infectious personality. He will be greatly missed. Another wonderful Angel to watch over us.
The Barber
Sharon Pritchard
June 29, 2012
I want to express my condolence for the loss of your Husband and Father. Just remember the good times you shared with him and the time you had together. I know he will truly be missed.
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