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Albert Boyd Obituary
Albert Boyd
SPRINGFIELD - Albert Boyd, 88, born March 1, 1922 passed November 23 at Memorial Medical Center surrounded by his family.
Preceding him in death; daughter Carolyn Harris, son Albert Boyd Jr, and brother Fred Hord.
Cherishing his memory: His wife Annie, sons Robert, Phillip, Vernell(Kay); daughters, Etta(Norm), Mamie(Joe), Esther, Paulette, Valerie(Rev. Greg); sister Barbara Edwards; 28 Grandchildren, 44 Great-Grandchildren, 2 Great-Great Grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews and special friends.
Mr. Boyd retired from Henry, Nelch and Son after 41 years, Teamsters Local 916, and Boyd's Family Style Restaurant.
He was President of the Retired Teamsters, a member of the Knights of Columbus, Once A Month Club, and St. Patrick Church until his death.
Visitation will be at James D. Memorial Funeral Chapel Mon 11/29 from 4-6.
Tuesday 11/30 at St. Patrick Church visitation will be 9-11 with service immediately following.
Contact James D. Memorial for further information.
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Memories and Condolences
for Albert Boyd
Bob Bartnick, Jr.
December 23, 2010
So sorry to hear about Mr. Boyd's passing. While in high school, I spent my summers working for CWLP with Tommy Jones. We started every morning with breakfast at Boyd's. I always had an order of biscuits and gravy with a side of grits. I still have a lot of great memories from those days. May you find comfort in the great memories you shared with him.
C.E. Welch
December 7, 2010
Albert was a tremendous person and will be missed by all. I knew Al as a driver for Nelch's, a parent and overseer of the cash register at Boyd's. Always with a big smile and friendly greeting. Albert was an asset to our world and will be a great asset to God's world.
Bonnie South
December 6, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. We met briefly during your Father's illness this last month. Your family made a lasting impression of love, devotion and caring. Your Father raised a wonderful family. May you find comfort in God's ways. The South Family, Phil, Bonnie and Shirlene.
December 3, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Al was a great man...loved seeing him at the restaurant with Tommy always cutting some jokes with each other!He will greatly be missed!
December 3, 2010
Valerie, Greg & Mrs. Boyd: I've been out of town and just read today's paper and the wonderful article about Mr. Boyd. I am so very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your entire family. What a blessing though...88 years! Don't forget, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Grace, Peace & many Blessings to you.
Pamela Woodson
Marlene Moore
December 3, 2010
To the Boyd family: My condolences to you - his family. I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Boyd's passing. One of my favorite memories of Mr. Boyd is his smile and sunny disposition. He always had a kind word of encouragement to me whenever we met. Sometimes he woulnd't remember my name and we would laugh about that. I will miss him.
December 3, 2010
Annie, I'm sorry to hear about Albert. I knew him for many years
as I worked at Henry Nelch & Son too. He was a great guy.
I was in Florida at the time of his death.My condolences to
you and your family.
Dean Anderson Springfield
Darrell McMurray
December 3, 2010
I wish to extend my condolences to the Boyd family. I first met Al when he delivered concrete to our home. While I wheeled loads to the back yard, Al teased my 2 small sons by spraying them with his truck hose. When I came back to the front for my third load, my sons had pulled out the garden hose and were soaking Al while he tried to climb up behind the drum. We had a good time that morning. My sons and I were happy to reconnect with Al years later at the restaurant over smothered pork chops. I'm sure there are many fond memories of Al for the family to cherish.
Debbie Godfrey-Trepanier
December 3, 2010
Valerie, I just read the article about your father in the paper - I didn't see the obituary. I am so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to you and your family and I am sorry that I missed the service.
God be with you.
December 2, 2010
To the Boyd family, my condolences go out to you and your family. I remember going to the resturant and Mr. Boyd would come in and eat on something he shouldn't have been, or having some of his off the wall comments to say where you couldn't do anything but shake your head and laugh. He always got the place going, especially when he snuck some of Mrs. Tammie's crackling knowing he wasn't suppose to have it. He will be missed. He may be gone, but he will never be forgotten.
The McCoy Family
Renae Jackson
December 2, 2010
Annie -We love you with all our hearts. If mom was feeling better I would have been there,but you are still in our thoughts and prayers.If you need me for anything call, if you need to get away and rest,call...Whatever Whenever.
Love Lillie Moses and Renae Jackson
Angela Cole
December 2, 2010
My favorite memory of Mr. Boyd was coming into Boyds for my breakfast and him and his buddies would be sitting at the first table closest to the cash register and he would always greet me with "Hey Baby"..I will miss his smile and great humor that lit up that restaraunt!.. May God Bless you Val, Mrs. Boyd and Vernell and give you comfort and strength when u need it..
December 1, 2010
To Ms. Annie, I no longer live in the Springfield area but my memories of Mr. Boyd are very vivid. I owned a Dodge pickup and he used to tease me about it. One day some music was playing and he danced around the restaurant with me.....so much fun! My friends and I were there when you left the restaurant and I still have my signed copy of the cookbook that both of you signed. God bless you and I won't forget him or you either. Diana Berry, Borger Texas
Gilchrese Family
December 1, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dee Jackson
December 1, 2010
To Ms. Annie, Val and family,
The sorrow of the faithful is not that of permanent loss, but the tender sense of sadness that comes in saying good-bye for now to someone we love. May today's sorrow give way to the peace and comfort of God's love.
You are in my prayers
Wendy Washington
November 30, 2010
May God comfort the Boyd family during this difficult time. There are decades of memories between the Boyd and Washington/Smith families. I will keep all in my prayers.
Toni Brazier Cowsette
November 30, 2010
Dear Paulette and Esther, May the Lord sustain you in the loss of your beloved Father. Please accept my condolences and know that your Father will always be alive in you and his love for you. May the Divine Love of Jesus strenghten and comfort you in your grief. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
With Love
Toni Brazier Cowsette
November 30, 2010
To Paulette and Esther, may the Lord sustain you in your loss of a dear and beloved Father. Please accept my sincere condolences in this sorrowful time. Also know that your Father will always live in you and through his love for you. May Divine Love bless and keep You.
With Love
Yolanda Jones
November 30, 2010
To Ms. Annie, Esther and Valerie... May the love of God continue to comfort you in your hour of grief and sorrow. Hold the memories of your husband and father near to your heart and always remember . . .live as Mr. Albert and you will be seeing him in the mourning. . .
With Love, the Jones Sisters
Lamond McCrary & Family
November 30, 2010
To my Dear Friend Valerie, May the lord strengthen you and your family in the lost of your father. Know that he was a loved man, may he rest in heaven beside the Father, you will remain in my prayers
Herbert & Charita Banks
November 30, 2010
To the Boyd Family,
May you rest in the peace of God as you go through this time of grief. Hold to His unchanging hand. His love never fails!
Shyba Seals
November 30, 2010
May the peace of the Lord sustain you. Your family was blessed with a wonderful man in Mr. Boyd.
DeAnna Newman
November 30, 2010
My prayers to you Miss Annie and the rest of the family.
I have 30+ years of memories and for that, I am grateful.
The Blackwell Family
November 30, 2010
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Mr. Boyd was a wonderful part of this community. Allow those wonderful memories to warm you during the cold moments.
Kathy Dickerson-Bass
November 30, 2010
May God bless you during this time, I will keep the Boyd family in my prayers. I have alot of memories from Randall Court.
Mr. & Mrs. Preston L. & Toni McCrary Jr.
November 30, 2010
To The Boyd Family,
We are sadden to hear of your lost, know that you are apart of our thoughts and our prayers. Continue to trust God as He will bring you through.
Wanda Stoner
November 30, 2010
Aunt Valerie and the Boyd Family, you and your family are in our prayers during this time. Allen and Wanda Stoner (Normal, IL)
LISA RUSH & FAMILY
November 30, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jane & Aliyah Moskus
November 30, 2010
To the family of Albert Boyd:
I am so sorry for your loss. He was one of the nicest and most down to earth people that I have ever met.
Cynthia (Hughes) Bowie
November 30, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
MAURICE AND BRENDA JEFFERSON
November 29, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ann Jones
November 29, 2010
Mrs. Annie, Valerie, my niece Renee Bush, and the Entire Boyd Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you during this time of sorrow and grief. I had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Boyd for a long time. He was one of the friendliest and genuine people on Randall Court. His smile and sense of humor will be missed.
Annie&Ben Pulliam
November 29, 2010
There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories.
Owen and Mabel Lasley
November 29, 2010
Annie, and entire family Boyd will really be missed by all. Boyd was real good friend
We are so sorry for your loss
Aimee Arnold
November 29, 2010
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family. Deepest Sympathies, Aimee Arnold (Memorial Medical Records Dept).
November 29, 2010
To Ann and Boyd family - Our sincere
condolences are with you at this time. May God continue to strengthen and comfort you. Oma Wheatley & Family
Jim O'Neill
November 29, 2010
To Annie and the entire Boyd family -
We are saddened by the news of Al's passing. I will always remember the good times we shared at the restaurant and his advice to me over the years.
Please know that our thougts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jim (& Emily) O'Neill
(Vince and Nadine Moore's grandson in California)
Bob & Mary Jane Painter Painter
November 29, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Boyd family.
Albert was a good man and hard worker. Worked with him in construction.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories as you celebrate a life well lived.
November 29, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to all of the Boyd family,
Albert was a good man and hard worker, worked with him in construction.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories, as you celebrate a life well lived.
Jeanette Goza
November 29, 2010
To the Boyd Family,
May God send you the Comforter and may your memories bring you peace. Mr. Boyd was a wonderful man who will be missed by all who knew him. You are in my prayers.
Sheila Powell
November 29, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
November 29, 2010
To the family of Albert Boyd:
Please accept my condolences on the passing of Albert. I have many great memories of my interactions with Albert when I worked with him at the State and when I worked at Iles School.
He will be missed greatly.
Gary Sullivan
Alberta Branham
November 29, 2010
He had been a friend of the Branham family for over 50 years. Alfred was a true and trusted friend and will be missed by us all.Rest in peace dear
brother.
Alberta Branham
butch woolery
November 29, 2010
Mr.Boyd was a very nice man and hard worker.He was the first and only brother i ever saw driving a readymix truck,on a construction job site.God bless you!
Michele & Gary Wilson & Family
November 29, 2010
May God bless you all during this time.
So sorry for your loss.
Clarence Snyder
November 29, 2010
A FRIEND WITH A SMILE, ALWISE.
Beverly & Maurice Renfro
November 29, 2010
To the family of Alfred Boyd:
We are sorry for your loss. Mr. Boyd will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your memories will comfort and sustain you.
Psalm 55:22 Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and he shall sustain thee: he shall never suffer the rigteous to be moved.
Donna Stimage
November 29, 2010
I am truly sorry for your loss. Mr. Boyd was a great person, and he will be missed. May God give you comfort and peace during this time. We love you and we are praying for you.
The Stimage Family
Jack and Barbara Hubbard
November 29, 2010
To the Boyd family, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nicholas Skaggs II
November 29, 2010
Al was truely a man's man and always followed the Lord
Jan Bokamp
November 29, 2010
Sorry to have seen this news today!
I used to buy fish sandwiches at his restaurant. He was a very nice man and fun to talk with. His restaurant was the best and I miss it to this day!! Rest in Peace Mr. Boyd, hopefully your legacy will live on in your remaining children!!
Loralean Jordan
November 29, 2010
To the Boyd family -
I'm so sorry for your loss. Mr. Boyd will be missed - Thank you for being apart of my Randall Court Village.
Betty McKinney
November 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Bonita Jackson
November 29, 2010
To the Boyd Family,
My prayers and thoughs are with you in this time of sorrow. Mr. Boyd will truly be missed he was a wonderful man. May God Bless You All.
November 29, 2010
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. May you be comforted with your thoughts and memories.
Myrna, Karl and Karl Madison and Cleona Phelps
Burl Stoner
November 29, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Boyd family.
God will keep you and guide you through these difficult times.
Love Burl Stoner & the entire Stoner family
November 29, 2010
I am so sorry to the family for this terrible loss. I can't put into words how wonderful Mr. Boyd was but I will say that he along with his kindness will be terribly missed by all!
The Gragg Family
Pat Jarvis
November 29, 2010
Esther, may God grant you and your family comfort in his hands at the loss of one so dear. We have worked many years together and loss is so hard.Dad is with his father happy,healthy and full of life. He is home.My husband John worked with him in the construction world, they always had laughter,what a wounderful man & father.He will be Always in your memories !
Love in Christ , Pat & John Jarvis
( PJ)
Cornell and Pat Tribbet
November 29, 2010
Thank you so much for sharing your father; "Uncle Albert". We were blessed to have known him.
GERALD BROWN
November 29, 2010
MR.BOYD, WAS A VERY GOOD FRIEND OF OUR FAMILY, HE WAS A GOOD MAN. HE WILL BE MISSED.WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Kate Beasley
November 29, 2010
Annie,
My husband was a huge fan of Mr. Boyd's! They met each other at the old Illinois National Bank, and became great friends. Now they're in Heaven together - fishing!
Kate (Mrs. Denis) Beasley
Freddie and Cathy West
November 29, 2010
We are so sorry for your loss, Mr. Boyd was a very nice man and will be missed by many.
Paul Barker
November 29, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss, Al was one of the nicest guys I met in the Concrete Industry
LaVon Fields
November 28, 2010
To my family have hope in tomorrow,have faith in the everlasting,and take comfort in the love of friends and family.
Jim Giacomini
November 28, 2010
Mr. Boyd was one of the nicest people I have ever met. Everytime he delivered concrete to our jobs he would have a smile on his face and would always go out of his way to help us. To the family, I'm so sorry for your loss.
William (Dave) Anderson
November 28, 2010
What a very special guy to have on the job in Nelch's truck! Lots of fond memories of a great friend while working as a carpenter, Local #16. Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss. May all your memories bring you comfort now and in the days ahead. God bless you each.
Stanley Brooks & Carolyn (Sue) Dickerson
November 28, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Sally Slagle-Jefferson
November 28, 2010
May peace be with your family in this time of sorrow. Bob & Doris Slagle and family.
Pat Kuder
November 28, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Elizabeth Hawk
November 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family, especially Annie and Paulette. Albert will be missed greatly.
Veronica, Isaac Robison Jr. and Family
November 28, 2010
To the Boyd family, accept our prayers and may you continue to find comfort and strength from Our Lord. Mr. Boyd as well as all of you were more family than friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mr. Boyd was a great man with a great smile and kind words, who will be missed in this community.
T.C., Beverly Christian and Family
November 28, 2010
Our prayers go out to the Boyd Family! We too are saddened by his passing. He was indeed a friend and a mentor and will surely be missed!
Dechele King-Hughes
November 28, 2010
To the Family, (My Family). Friends for Years that you are Family. Uncle Albert is all I know and all my children know. All I can say is that it has been an HONOR to know and LOVE this man. May GOD CONTNUE TO BLESS YOU ALL.
Twyla Tyus-Taylor
November 28, 2010
To the Boyd Family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Caroline Brown & Family
November 28, 2010
Boyd Family, we send our prayers during this time of loss. May the peace of God be with you and comfort you all.
Elvon Bolden
November 28, 2010
My prayers goes out to the family and friends of Mr. Boyd. He was a great mentor for the younger men of Springfield, IL. He will be missed
Sincerly, Deacon Elvon Bolden
LTWCC of Alton, IL
Alice Tyus-Winters
November 28, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. mr. Boyd was truely a great man.
Barrie West
November 28, 2010
Sorry to hear of the passing of our great friend and brother, may God give you the strenght you need in the days to come, we the body of Christ will be praying with you.
In the Service Of the LORD
Pastor Barrie West
Rochelle Lathan
November 28, 2010
Boyd family you are in my prayers. Mr. Boyd will be missed surely by my father, Mr. Tommie Jones.
Pamela Barger-Stowe
November 28, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Patricia Johnson
November 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Frank& Barb McNeil
November 28, 2010
I will miss him coming by ringing the doorbell and just sitting on our porch waiting to have a good old fashion conversation, he will remain in our heart, God bless the family in this time of sorrow.
Jo Ann Barger & Family
November 28, 2010
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Debra Martin
November 28, 2010
Valerie, my sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your dad. Hold on to God's unchanging hand and focus on all the wonderful memories you have of him. LET NOT YOUR HEART BE TROUBLED!
Dorrinna & Woodrum Oliea & Family
November 28, 2010
Uncle Boyd will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathies and condolences are with the family at this time. I have great memories of spending countless moments with the family and so much love was always around. May God hold and keep the family. Rest in peace.
Bill Jackson
November 28, 2010
Condolences to the family. Special prayers to Vernel, Esther and Paulette. Mr. Boyd was simply a good hard working man. I will miss his strong handshake.
Dina Coates Koebler
November 28, 2010
Mr. Boyd was the kindest man I ever met - heaven now has the sweetest new angel! Prayers to Ms. Annie and the rest of the family - Mr. Boyd was loved by many and will be remembered by all.
Ron & Gilbert Dickerson
November 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kevin Butler
November 28, 2010
To Mrs.Annie and Valerie,my condolences go towards your family during this time.Mr.Boyd had great character and much wisdom.I pray for understanding and healing.He is looking down and smiling at you all.Trust and rest in God.
Kim Willis
November 28, 2010
I have memories of Mr. Boyd as a little girl when I would see him at church (St. Patrick's); he would always give me that big smile & then wave at me. Our prayers go out to his family at this time of sorrow.
Jeff Hubbs
November 28, 2010
Uncle Alebert, was a great guy Him and my dad was friends for 60 years and shared many of the same struggles and Victory's. He along with my dad Charlie Hubbs are up in heaven organizing Gods Union. My dad pushing milk and allbert Hustling concrete. He will be missed.
Bob Moses
November 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jodie Cruthis
November 28, 2010
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Boyd family.
Mary Jo Nelch
November 28, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the Boyd family,
We've lost a great man and family friend. He was a one of kind. I'll miss him terribly.
Jackie Richie
November 28, 2010
To the family,
I will so miss seeing his handsome face. We adored him and express to you our heartfelt sympathy. Peace and blessings to you during this time of sadness.
November 28, 2010
My memories of Albert is him pulling on the job site with a fresh load of concrete. Albert always had a smile on his face , a bad joke to tell, and without hesitation Albert would help us with the concrete anyway he could. Albert was a good soul and I will always have fond memories . Rest in peace. Your friends at Hasara Construction.
John Dulap Henderson
November 28, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Welden(cheese) Harris
November 28, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandra Buchanan
November 28, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are being sent out to the family of Mr. Boyd. I will truly miss seeing him when I come to visit Springfield. Pleasant memories will forever be kept in my heart.
Burtis and Sandra Buchanan
Roberta Redmond-Allen
November 28, 2010
To my dear friends THE BOYDS...My heart goes out to you & your family. You are in my prayers at this time of grief & sorrow. May God hold you in the palms of his hands & keep you safe. May pleasant & joyful memories ease your pain. Annie, Esther, Valerie, family, I love you! "R. I. P. ALBERT MY BROTHER"
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