Charles “Ray” Boyd, 76, of Remington, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at his home. He was born February 12, 1946 in Monon to the late John and Mary (Howe) Boyd. Ray was a 1964 graduate of Remington High School.
Ray honorably served in the United States Army during Vietnam stationed in Germany. He also served in the National Guard for several years.
His marriage was to Brenda Sue Gerling on February 15, 1969 in Rensselaer. Brenda passed away on January 31, 2013.
Ray was a long time member of the local American Legion Post 280 and proud supporter of the NRA. He was a gifted auto mechanic, owned and operated the Shell station in Remington for 16 years. He retired in 2007 from Ball Metals of Monticello after 25 years. Ray enjoyed fishing, watching NASCAR, loved spending time with his grandchildren, drinking coffee with friends, and traveling.
Surviving are his children, Leslie Benyon of Wolcott, Steven Boyd of Wolcott, Terry (Jennifer) Boyd of DeMotte, Jimmy (Jody) Boyd of Noblesville. Grandchildren, Kathleen, Somer, Julia, Jacob, Morgan, Nathaniel, Shelby, Taylor, Wyatt, and Cohen. Also surviving are great-grandchildren, Kynzie and Payton.
Preceding him in death along with wife and parents are siblings, Marvin, Jonny, Jesse, and Evelyn; grandchildren, Matthew and Daniel.
Friends may call from 9 AM (EDT) until the time of Funeral Service 11 AM (EDT) Monday, April 11, 2022 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington. Pastor Tom Bennett of Wolcott Christian Church to officiate. Interment with military honors to follow in Meadow Lake Cemetery of Wolcott.
In lieu of floral arrangements, memorial contributions may be made to American Legion Post 280.
Please share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.
