Boyd Williams of Thayer, Missouri and Conroe, Texas passed away at his home in Conroe, Texas on Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at the age of 79 years, 1 month and 11 days.
He was born at Mammoth Spring, Arkansas to Roland Boyd Williams and Cuba (Evans) Williams on February 27, 1941.
Boyd was united in marriage to Phyllis Reed on November 23, 1963 at Garfield Freewill Baptist Church in Couch, Missouri.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Williams of the family home; one daughter, Lana Hastings of Conroe, Texas; one granddaughter, Shelby Hastings and one grandson, Carter Hastings, both of Conroe, Texas; one brother, Dean Williams of Conway, Arkansas; a special brother-in-law, Roland Reed and wife, Sharyn of Gatewood, Missouri; many nieces and nephews; cousins; other relatives; and countless friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Roland and Cuba Williams; one sister, Virginia DePriest; and grandparents, John and Rosa Williams and David and Sara Evans.
Boyd was a member of the Thayer Freewill Baptist Church for many years.
He was a graduate of Moler Barber School in St. Louis, Missouri. After serving an apprenticeship in West Plains, he owned and operated a barber shop in Thayer, Missouri for 18 years.
Boyd was a rancher for many years and was a truck driver for Hirsch Feed & Farm Supply.
He was an avid quail hunter and loved his special dog, Rex.
Boyd loved his family, especially his grandchildren. He will truly be missed by his family and all that knew him.
Graveside services for Boyd David Williams will be held Monday, April 13, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with Brother Jarvis Reed officiating.
Burial will be in Thayer Cemetery in Thayer, Missouri with services under the direction of Carter Funeral Home in Thayer, Missouri.
April 12, 2020 @ 4:58 pm
Phyllis and family,
Sorry for your loss of Boyd. Always knew him as a good Godly man. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Shana Cochran
April 12, 2020 @ 10:27 pm
My heart is truly broken at this time. Richard and I thought a lot of Uncle Boyd and we will miss him so! Our thoughts and prayers to Phyllis and Lana,Shelby and Carter! A true angel of God!
April 12, 2020 @ 11:57 pm
My heart is truly broken at the loss of my Uncle Boyd,Richard and me will miss him so,our thoughts and prayers to Phyllis and family!God gained another angel today!
April 13, 2020 @ 8:50 am
condolences to Boyds family, and good bye to a life long friend.
April 14, 2020 @ 2:04 pm
Thanks for the note Philp. He really enjoyed the last phone call you had. It made him happy to visit with his friends. I will really miss him.
April 13, 2020 @ 12:06 pm
Condolence to the Boyd Williams family, He was a great barber for me as long as he had his shop. Good bye to a friend.
April 13, 2020 @ 2:12 pm
So sorry Phyllis. I have many happy memories of being in the Williams’ home when I was a kid with Ginny and Boyd. Praying for your family!
April 14, 2020 @ 3:31 pm
Uncle Boyd will be missed. So many great memories, but days at the lake are the most vivid. What a great time in our lives, riding in the boat, watching him ski, and spending time at the lake with everyone. Love and prayers to Lana, Carter, Shelby and Aunt Phyllis.
April 14, 2020 @ 10:08 pm
I knew Boyd since he was 9 years old and hung out at Lewis “Tubby” Lindley’s stables, on the east side of Thayer. Condolences to Phyllis, Lana, Shelby and Carter.
April 15, 2020 @ 9:21 am
Phyllis and Lana so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this time and in the days to come. May God comfort and strengthen you.
April 15, 2020 @ 12:03 pm
Phyllis,
So sorry for your loss. You and family are in my Prayers.. May God be with you and give you strength.
Norma Risner
April 19, 2020 @ 3:24 pm
PHYLLIS so sorry Boyd was a friend for many years sorry we were not able to come to the services we are praying for you and Lana &kids memories go back when we were going to church together we pray for comfort for all
April 19, 2020 @ 3:26 pm
PHYLLIS so sorry Boyd was a friend for many years sorry we were not able to come to the services we are praying for you and Lana &kids memories go back when we were going to church together we pray for comfort for all
April 21, 2020 @ 11:03 am
Mrs. Williams I am so sorry for your loss. You and your whole family are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 14, 2020 @ 5:59 am
Phyllis , I was saddened to learn of Boyd’s passing. I send my sincerest condolences to you, Lana, and the grandchildren!
Love and prayers to you and your family!