A memorial service for Tywana Nell Nettles Boyd will be held 11 a.m., Saturday, September 28th, at Antioch Baptist Church, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m.
Mrs. Boyd, 70, of Brookhaven, died Monday, September 23, 2024, at Forrest General Hospital in Hattiesburg, MS. She was born in Brookhaven, September 10, 1954, to Victor Nettles and Jesse Marie Smith Nettles. Mrs. Boyd was a loving wife, mother, Meme and Aunt. She also cared very deeply for her pets. Her favorite pastimes were thrifting and making all kinds of crafts. Mrs. Boyd will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her mother and father-in-law, L.V. Boyd and Idell Boyd; daughter, Trista Lynn Boyd; and sisters, Frances Ann Howell and Elois Busby.
She is survived by her husband of 50 years, William Lavon Boyd; children, Christopher Boyd (Anita) and Joshua Boyd (Ashley); brother, Sonny Nettles; sister, Audrey Berry; three grandchildren, William Boyd, Kimberly Smith, and Ryleigh Smith. She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends, and her fur babies, Moe, Peanut, and Ralph.
The Boyd family wishes to extend a heartfelt appreciation to Forrest General Hospital for their care and compassion to Mrs. Boyd while in their care.
In lieu of flowers, you may make donations to the Animal Rescue League, 501 Northpark Drive, Brookhaven, MS, 39601 or Blair E. Batson Children's Hospital, 2500 North State Street, Jackson, MS 39216
