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Paul W. Boyd

Date of Death: July 20, 2017

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Emmanuel Baptist Church
2774 Northwestern Pike
Winchester, VA 22603
Monday 7/24, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

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Emmanuel Baptist Church
2774 Northwestern Pike
Winchester, VA 22603
Monday 7/24, 11:00 am

Paul W. Boyd, 76, of Gerrardstown, West Virginia passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017 at University of Virginia Hospital.
Mr. Boyd was born in 1941 in Gerrardstown, West Virginia, the son of the late John Alen and Frances Boyd. He was employed and retired from Gerrardstown Elementary School where he was a custodial supervisor. Mr. Boyd enjoyed having coffee with “the guys” and tinkering with anything, especially refinishing antique furniture. He was an avid Nationals baseball fan and loved NASCAR. Mr. Boyd took great pride in the family home and enjoyed being outside working around the house. Paul loved his John Deere tractor. He had many, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren that he loved dearly, as well as his feline companion, Eli. Mr. Boyd attended Emmanuel Baptist Church in Frederick County, Virginia. For the last 40 years, Paul was the caretaker of Gerrardstown Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
Mr. Boyd married Loretta Boyd on June 25, 2004 in Gerrardstown, West Virginia. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia Boyd.
Surviving with his beloved wife of 13 years are daughters, Martha “Marty” Kisner (James) of Bunker Hill, West Virginia, Teresa Boyd and Marcia Boyd both of Gerrardstown, West Virginia; sons, Dennis Boyd (Sally) of Inwood, West Virginia, Stephen Boyd of Shanghai, West Virginia, and Robert Boyd of Gerrardstown, West Virginia; step-daughters, Jill Fleming (James) of Stephens City, Virginia and Kathie Liller (Dana) of Germantown, Maryland; step-son, Michael “Shawn” Snodderly of Hagerstown, Maryland; sisters, Janet and Sharon Boyd, Joyce (Curtis) Braithwaite, all of Inwood, West Virginia; many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Mr. Boyd was preceded in death by a sister, Charlotte Boyd, brother, James “Jim” Boyd, and his cat, Eli.
The family will receive friends from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 2774 Northwestern Pike, Winchester, Virginia.
A memorial service will be conducted at 11 a.m. following the visitation with Pastor Steve Rebert officiating.
Memorial contributions in memory of Paul may be made to Gerrardstown Presbyterian Church Cemetery, P.O. Box 135, Gerrardstown, West Virginia 25420.

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Emmanuel Baptist Church
2774 Northwestern Pike
Winchester, VA 22603
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Monday 7/24, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Emmanuel Baptist Church
2774 Northwestern Pike
Winchester, VA 22603
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Monday 7/24, 11:00 am

Paul W. Boyd, 76, of Gerrardstown, West Virginia passed away Thursday, July 20, 2017 at University of Virginia Hospital. Mr. Boyd was born in 1941 in Gerrardstown, West Virginia, the son of the late John Alen and Frances Boyd. He was employed and retired from Gerrardstown Elementary School where he was a custodial supervisor. Mr.Continue Reading

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Gail Boyd left a message on July 22, 2017:
My Deepest Sympathy to the Boyd Family. It is such a great loss not only to his family but to all those who knew and loved him. I will forever remember his sweet personality and smile. May God Lift Our Heavy Hearts At His Passing.
Dawn M. Bartles left a message on July 21, 2017:
Paul you will be missed. He was a good man and made a good life for his family. My prayers are with the family.
Kathy (Mason) Price and Family left a message on July 21, 2017:
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time! I am sure Paul will be greatly missed.
Cindy Faircloth left a message on July 21, 2017:
The Faircloth and Foltz family are sad to here of Paul's passing he was a great guy
Gail & Stephen Zurenda left a message on July 21, 2017:
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Boyd family on the loss of Paul. He was a nice man and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
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Pearl Butts left a message on July 21, 2017:
Mr.Boyd was a very friendly person, Never met a stranger . I was so thankful that he took such good care of the cemetery, as my sister Sharon Boyd was laid to rest there. You are a legend in Gerrardstown , you will be missed .
Tammy (Morgan) Kidwiler left a message on July 21, 2017:
My heart and prayers go out to the family! Being a lifelong "Gerrardstown-ian", Paul was a part of my entire life from playing with his kids, waving as he mowed and tinkered around his house, to chatting with him at Gerrardstown Elementary when my boys attended there. He will be missed!
Bethany Sprecher left a message on July 21, 2017:
Remember Mr. Boyd at Gerrardstown elementary school....he was a good man always spoke to you & the kids. I always saw him outside of his home doing yard work etc. He will be missed by many. Rest in peace. ⚘
Anita Parsons Bakhtiar left a message on July 20, 2017:
When I had the store Corner Grocery in Gerrardstown Paul and his wife Virginia came in often He was a quiet but friendly man who often helped others without anyone knowing An important part of the community
Jeanie and JohnCushwa left a message on July 20, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss. It sounds like Paul was a really nice brother and friend.
Jeanie and JohnCushwa left a message on July 20, 2017:
I am so sorry for your loss! It sounds like Paul was a really good brother and friend.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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