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1936
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2017
Marilyn Boyd Obituary
1936 - 2017
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Marilyn Janet Boyd, who died at her home in Indio, CA, June 16th, surrounded by loving family. Marilyn fought her battle with Cancer courageously to the very end and is now in the peaceful presence of her Lord. We will miss her very much, but her love will remain in our hearts forever. Marilyn loved life and lived it well. She volunteered for the Rape, Crisis Team, was founding member and President of California's first Ladies Auxiliary, Fraternal Order of Police, and retired from the City of Indio after more than two decades as confidential Secretary to the Chief of Police, the City Manager, and the City Council. She was honored by the Soroptimist Int'l of Coachella Valley as "Women Making A Difference".
Marilyn Janet Boyd is survived by her son Richard Kerr of La Quinta, and a loving family. Marilyn would encourage you to cherish those around you, and be grateful for each day. A donation to your favorite charity in her name is suggested. There will be a Celebration of Life planned for a future date.
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Tom and Robin Ingram
July 2, 2024
We miss you very much and were so blessed to have you in our lives.
Tom and Robin Ingram
July 16, 2017
We will always be grateful for the love and acceptance she gave and keep it forever in our hearts.
Richard Kerr
July 10, 2017
I will love her and cherish her unconditional love and caring forever. Momma I miss you and always will. You faithfully and diligently fought cancer all the way to your last breath. Always leading the way teaching me what to do and how to address every bit of life including death. God bless you and keep you in his loving embrace until I can be with you again. Your son, Rick
Donna Foerster
July 9, 2017
Brenda & Steve, so sorry to read about Marilyn's passing. She was blessed to have you caring for her during her illness.
July 7, 2017
So sorry to hear about Marilyn, I knew her when I was just a teenager but she helped me when I was going through rough times. Thank you Marilyn for being there. You will be missed.
Laura (Gomez) Salgado
July 6, 2017
Marilyn was my dear sister-in-law and we have know each other for over 60 years. We were close. We loved each other like a brother and sister. We have shared our lives together, traveled and laughed together. I will truly miss her!
You were a blessing in my life dear Marilyn!
Your Bro...
Ken Rideout, Lake Almanor, CA
July 6, 2017
My Dear Sister,
I have been so fortunate to have been your baby sister and to have known that special kind of affection, and unconditional love that we were blessed to have shared. Oh, how I will miss you until we are united again in Heaven!
Cathy Rideout, Lake Almanor, CA
Cece Bogan
July 6, 2017
We loved Marilyn, her spirit and her friendship!
We will miss her and remember the good times!
July 6, 2017
You will always be my traveling buddy grandma. Love you with all my heart.
Sue Rigg
July 6, 2017
So sorry to hear of Marilyns passing. We worked at city hall at the same time. She was a very strong independent lady. Please know my prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Sue Rigg
Steve Moorehouse
July 6, 2017
I had the pleasure to know Marilyn as family and a friend. See will be missed dearly.
Patty Kenny
July 6, 2017
I remember her from when I was a Kidd and we were always welcome with open arms I love miss you momma Marilyn god bless you.
Jack Sloan
July 6, 2017
To Marilyn,
I met Marilyn at the Indio Police Department, when she was the Chief Secretary. I was a Reserve Officer and Dispatcher and then went into Parking Enforcement. Marilyn was a great friend and co-worker. I will always remember her Smile and her Laugh. Rest in Peace my friend. God Bless!!!!!!
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