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THOMAS BOYD Obituary
Born on Jan. 7, 1940 in Philipsburg, he was a son of the late Thomas R. Boyd Sr. and Erma (Lee) Boyd.
Tom was a graduate of Philipsburg High School and received both a Bachelor's degree in education and Master's degree in education from Penn State University.
He retired from West Branch School District where he taught for 35 years. Tom was a member of the First Baptist Church, PSEA, Friends of the Library and the former Philipsburg Country Club. He had served on the 1st Ward of the Philipsburg Borough Council for more than a quarter of a century and had a particular interest in the development of Cold Stream and Project 70 . Tom enjoyed walking at Cold Stream with his faithful companion, his border collie, Sky, and could always be seen making his rounds, either walking or driving, throughout the community each day.
Friends will be received at the Dahlgren-Spewock Funeral Home, Inc., 228 N. Centre St., Philipsburg, on Thursday, Dece. 1, from 10 a.m. until the hour of service at 11 a.m. Pastor Ted Seibert will officiate.
Tom will be laid to rest at the Philipsburg Cemetery.
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Br. David-Albert Zinz, OSBCn
September 22, 2023
Mr. Boyd was my science teacher in 9th grade and my chemistry teacher in my sophomore year. I appreciated his positive attitude and disposition. His chem class helped me test out of my first chem class at Penn State. I was nominated for the national chemistry honor society after my sophomore at PSU. Thanks, Mr. Boyd!
Mary B Myers
March 28, 2023
Tom was a great guy. He will sadly be missed. RIP Tom.
Christina
December 7, 2022
Tom was a great neighbor, such a good guy. I would see him often, he had such a presence... he was always happy, and ready to joke with me. My dogs and I will miss him on our daily walks.... We won´t ever forget you Tom
Ed Hoover
December 6, 2022
Mr Boyd was my home room teacher in the '63-'64 school year at WB, that was the first year the new school was opened. I used to see him at the McDonald's in Philipsburg on many occasions, finally one day I approached him and introduced myself, telling him about that first year. He got a big smile on his face and said he was glad I spoke with him. RIP Sir!
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Janina
December 3, 2022
I am sure that Tom already knows, and everyone that knew him will rest easier knowing that one of Tom´s long time friends has taken Sky under his wing and is doing his best to help him adjust to life without Tom.
Clyde Schnars
December 1, 2022
Tom and I were best friends in high school. We shared a lot of good times together. So sorry to hear of his passing.
I´m concerned who will take care of his border collie Sky if he is still alive.
RIP Tom. You will be missed
Clyde Schnars
Janina Bumbarger
November 30, 2022
Tom was a very active animal lover, he loved all animals. He would bring my horses apples every day, on his way to feeding all his other animal friends, never missing a day. I saw him often and talked to him lots of those days. I will miss seeing and talking to him. My horses and I will still be looking for him at 9:30 for a long time. May he rest in peace!
Janet and Thad Turner
November 30, 2022
Tom was our classmate (P'burg 1957) and we were saddened to hear of his passing. RIP, Tom.
The Covals
November 29, 2022
Tom was our neighbor for 40 years, until we moved. He was a one of a kind. Always had Philipsburg interest at heart but didn't like progression. We shared many a talk. Shared our love for liver and onions. Helped him lift up his motorcycle, which I know he didn't think a woman would be able to do. Was a GREAT chemistry teacher and I made sure I told him move than once about that. RIP Tom will miss our short phone calls.
Chum Gette
November 29, 2022
i feel the sorrow of my dear friend's death.
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