In loving memory of

Samuel Alonzo Boyd
October 15, 1955 - April 20, 2004

Newport, RI - Samuel ?Lump? Alonzo Boyd, 48, of 66 Girard Avenue Newport, formerly of 9 Filmore Street, Newport, RI, died Tuesday, April 20, 2004 at Newport Hospital Newport, RI.He was the husband of Beverlee Young Boyd. Born in St. Augustine, FL on October 15, 1955, he was the son of Samuel Boyd Jr. of Middletown, RI, and Hazel Clark Boyd Pierce of Newport, RI. He was also the stepson of Brenda Antone Boyd of Middletown, and Thomas L. Pierce of Newport. Mr. Boyd worked for the City of Newport in the Water Department for 3 years. He also worked at Raytheon as an assembler from 1986 to 1991 and at Electric Boat as a welder from 1974 to 1977. Mr. Boyd was a referee for the Newport County Officiate Association. Besides his wife, parents, and step parents he is survived by his grandfather Richard Alonzo Clarke of Sarasota, FL, two sons Alonzo Boyd of Cranston, RI, and Renard Peeples of Newport, RI, three daughters Quanda Wiggins of North Hollywood, CA, and Samantha Wiggins of Pensacola, FL, and Dominique Wiggins of Pensacola, FL, two step daughters Tasha McCants and Tanya McCants both of Newport, RI, three brothers Michael D. Boyd and Paul Boyd both of Newport, RI, and Anthony Boyd of Korea, two sisters Deborah M. Boyd Newport, RI, and Cynthia A. Garris St. Augustine, FL, one granddaughter and seven step grandchildren, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. His funeral will be held on Friday, April 23, 2004, at 11:00 AM in Community Baptist Church, 50 Dr. Marcus Wheatland Boulevard, Newport. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Mt. Zion AME, Church Building Fund, Van Zandt Avenue, Newport, RI 02840.

Tributes

ChristinaGordonJackson - May 0.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"I;m so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr.Sam Boyd,My heart goes out to the whole family and many,many of his friends that share the pain for the loss of Mr.Boyd. Beverly,my deepest prayers are there for you.STAY STRONG ChristinaGordonJackson"

KARLA PEER MITCHELL - April 29.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR LOSS. MAY GOD BE WITH THE FAMILY IN THIS TIME OF SORROW."

Bea James Cockrell - April 27,.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"We are sorry for your loss. May you be comforted in knowing that he is with the Lord."

Roslyn Perkins-Tynes - April 2.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"To the Boyd Family It is said that when you cry,you cry alone but that's not true. The sadness you are feeling is felt by all that knew and loved Sam Jr. Our loss here on earth, is the Lord's gain in heaven.I hope that you find comfort, in knowing that your not alone."

denise monteiro keesee - April.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"To the family of Sam Boyd Jr. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our prayers. Denise Monteiro-Keesee"

Lorie and Bob Turner - April 2.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"FROM OUR HEARTS TO YOUR HEARTS WE SEND OUR LOVE AND PRAYER TO YOU AND YOURS. AS HARD AS IT IS FOR ALL OF SAMS FAMILY TO MISS HIM, THE GOOD LORD HAS CALLED HIM HOME.HE WILL BE SURLEY MISSED."

Romana Lopes - April 23, 2004 .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"May you find peace in the Lord at this time. My heartfelt condolences to your family. Romana Lopes"

Annette Johnson - April 23, 20.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Our heartfelt Love and prayers go out to the families and friends of Sam. We will miss Sam very much. May God strenghtened and encourage you in your time of grief. With much love, Annette Johnson and Lynn Atterberry"

Claudia Isom - April 23, 2004 .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"To The Family of Sam Jr. You have my deepest sympathy. Sam will be sadly missed but his memory will live on. Peace."

Henry Seaman - April 23, 2004 .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Sam was one of the "Seaman Brothers"!! I always remember him with his smile and outstretched hand. We were blessed to have him in our lives. I pray that all the pain we are feeling someday, someway, gives way to the joy of having the memories of such a great Father, Grandson, Son, Brother,Husband, Cousin, Nephew and Friend. Helen, Henry, Jim, Paul, Diane, Frank, Richie and Mike will miss you Sam. We love you Sam and Hazel. Thanks for the picture Mike and Debra. Kids your Dad is well loved."

Joe Coleman - April 23, 2004 a.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"To The family of Sam Jr. I'am very sorry that you have lost your loved one, you are in my thoughts and prayer's"

Cathy Silvia Geary - April 23,.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"I remember Sam from years ago with that smile and that laugh.He was a great person.My Condolences to his family and friends.My thoughts and prayers are with you all."

ANNIE ZEIGLER-SPENCER - April .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"TO THE BOYD FAMILY, LOVE,PEACE,RESPECT IN YOUR TIME OF BEAREVEMENT.SAM BOYD YOU WILL BE SADLY MISSED BY ALL AND YOU WILL ALWAYS REMAIN A PART OF MY HEART."GOOD-BYE MY BROTHER"!"

TERELL SPENCER - April 23, 200.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"TO THE BOYD FAMILY, MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES GO OUT TO THE WHOLE FAMILY.SAM YOU WERE LIKE AN UNCLE TO ME I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE SMILES YOU BROUGHT TO MY FACE WHENEVER YOU WERE AROUND.THANK YOU FOR ALWAYS LOOKING OUT FOR ME, I WILL MISS YOU! MAY THE LORD BLESS AND KEEP YOU FOREVER!"

Orlanda Coleman - April 23, 20.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"My sympathy and condolences goes out to the entire family. I know how tough it can be when you lose a love one. My prayers are with you and may God bless you All!"

Samantha Wiggins - April 23, 2.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"I Love you dad and will miss you always. Rest in peace. LOVE SAMANTHA"

Liz Lombard - April 22, 2004 a.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"To the family of Sam Boyd... May God hold you close, give you everlasting love and comfort knowing that Sam rests in peace. God has called home a flower from His garden. My sympathy and prayers,"

David Gillus - April 22, 2004 .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"My prayers go out to the Boyd family.We all will miss Sam."

Arnold Spencer - April 22, 200.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"My prayers go out to the Boyd family. Sam was like a part of my family and I will miss him."

Ayanna Debbie Briscoe - April .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"My prayers go out to the Boyd family in their time of bereavement."

Vera R. Briscoe - April 22, 20.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"I send Love and prayers to the Boyd family. Sam will be sadly missed but fond memories will not be forgotten."

Kay Faison-Deberry - April 22,.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"My condolence goes out to the Boyd family. May you find peace and comfort in the loss of your loved one. Norfolk, Va."

Brenda - April 22, 2004 at 12:.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Sam, you will be truly missed by me. You were not only my "FRIEND" but you were "MY BROTHER" , you made me laugh, you made me cry, you encouraged me to move on to a better life and I will always hold you near and dear to my heart. SAM BOYD, "I FEEL YOU" Brenda"

Denise Williams - April 22, 20.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"God has you now brother Sam. Rest in peace. We all shall see you one day. Peace and Blessings to the family."

Jacqueline Killian - April 22,.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"To the Boyd Family: My heartfelt condolences go to all of you. I know it is hard right now, but believe me the Lord will get all of you through this. Sam was a very special person who touched everyone he came in contact with. Love and Prayers, Jackie"

BUTCH JOHNSON - April 22, 2004.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"SAM MY POINT GUARD AND LITTLE BROTHER I WILL MISS YOU.HAZEL AND SAM MY FAMILY AND I SEND YOU OUR LOVE STAY STRONG"

SANDRA BURNETT - April 22, 200.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"To Sam's Family, I know its hard to understand now but, God has a purpose for us all. All things work according to God's purpose and his Holy will. This life is just a temporary one. Sam has gone on to be with our Father to live in the glorious Kingdom he has promised, with eternal love, joy, peace and everlasting life. So remember no matter what you may be going through the Lord will be there to comfort you in your time of need. Have faith God loves all."

Carolyn Ardrey-Rayzer - April .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"I'm so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. God allows us to borrow the people we love, until he calls us home. They say it takes a minute to find a special person, an hour to appreciate them, a day to love them, but then an entire lifetime to forget them. Keeping the Family in my thoughts and prayers. Peace & Blessings Carolyn Ardrey-Rayzer"

Tuesday Randolph - April 22, 2.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Thinking of you all today during this painful time. You are in my prayers. May God watch over each of you."

Toni Anderson Taylor - April 2.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"My prayers go out to the family of Sam. I will missed seeing him when I am home. He always brought a smile and a lot of laughs of course. I love you and you all will be in my prayers."

Brian Sullivan/Doctor Love - A.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Very sorry to hear the news. He was a good man and loved by many friends."

Gaynell Coleman - April 21, 20.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"My love and prayers to the entire Boyd family. Sam had a smile that would light up a room. He was a good person who will be missed by us all."

Phillip&Alethea Douglass - Apr.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Our prayers and though goes out to the entire family."

Catherine Peer Baham & Milfred Baham wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"We are sorry to hear of your loss, may God be with your Family during these trying times. GOD BLESS CAPPY & MILFRED"

Christine A. Scotton - April 2.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Dear Hazel and Family, My heart goes out to the entire family. Sam suffered a long time but now he is with God and he will watch over him. Hazel Paul and I love you and will see you soon. Wish I could be there for you but you know you are in our prays and in our hearts Love and friendship forever, Christine & Paul Scotton"

Herman & Vanessa McGee - April.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Vanessa & McGee"

HELEN PLATT ALEXANDER - April .. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"JUST WANTED YOU TO KNOW THAT I AM REAL SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT SAM. HE WAS A GREAT PERSON. I'M SURE HE WILL BE MISSED BY A LOT OF PEOPLE."

Jacquelyn Jacque Houston - Apr.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Hey My Brother, I will see you again, but until then I know you are in good hands and will be missed."

Linda Hicks Thompson - April 2.. wrote on Apr 20, 2004:

"Just wanted to let you know that my thoughts are prayers are with you all. I never got the chance to meet Samuel while I lived in RI but I know all of you and wish you well. God Bless you. Linda Hicks Thompson"