OBITUARY
Elsie W. Boyd
April 24, 1942 – April 29, 2013
Elsie Walters Boyd died April 29, 2013 at her home. She was born to the late Beuford Walters and Myrtis Adams Walters on April 24, 1942 in Lancaster, South Carolina.
Elsie retired after 25 years with the State of North Carolina, 15 of those with the Industrial Commission. Following retirement, she enjoyed working in her flower beds, feeding the many birds that found sanctuary in her backyard and RV camping with her husband Wayne and in-laws Dot and Richard Hicklin. Elsie also loved her Sunday School Class at Greenwood Forest Baptist Church, of which she was a member for many years.
Elsie is survived by her husband Wayne Boyd of Cary, her daughter, Trisha, husband Jeff and grandson Logan of Zebulon, her son Mark, wife Tracy and granddaughter Caroline of Wake Forest, beloved mother, Myrtis Walters, brother, Modie Walters and wife, Fran, all of Lancaster, SC; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, May 2, 2013, at Greenwood Forest Baptist Church in Cary. The family will receive friends following the service.
The family would like to thank Dr. Hanna Sanoff and her team at UNC Cancer Center and Hospice of Wake County for their exceptional care and support during Elsie’s illness.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Wake County or Greenwood Forest Baptist Church.
Services
- Memorial Service Thursday, May 2, 2013
REMEMBERING
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RECEIVE UPDATESMartha Barr Welzant
June 6, 2013
I now live in PA.,and I just heard of Elsie's untimely death. I had the pleasure of working with her at the Industrial Commission. She always had a smile and pleasant greeting for everyone, and her front desk job was not an easy one.
My sympathies to her loved ones. Heaven is enriched by her presence.
Larry Wright
May 6, 2013
Wayne, deepest sympathy to Mark, Trisha, you and all of your family for the loss of your loved one of many years. I think often about the times I spent on the baseball and softball diamonds with Marvin, Clay, and you, and deeply regret not having stayed in contact with you after I moved. Maybe we can get together in Cary with all of the gang soon. Prayers and thoughts are with you.
May 6, 2013
I will always remember your smile & how you always made sure to greet everyone you saw whenever you were around. You were a wonderful person & I'm glad to have known you for the years you were with us. I will miss you as we all will but one day when we cross over to Heaven where you are, I'll see you & that great smile again! Our loss is Heaven's gain! Your cousin, Andy Usher
Harris
May 5, 2013
I am sorry for your family's loss. Please know that the God of all comfort is with your family and will help you to endure the temporary loss of your loved one. (Romans 15:5)
Wanda Wells
May 4, 2013
Dear, cousin I will always remember the smile on your face. Will miss u very much. Praying for the family.love from Wanda usher wells and family.
May 4, 2013
We extend our condolences to Elsie's family. Tom and Jan Hulsey, Raleigh, NC
Tom and jan Black
May 3, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Lorrie Dollar
May 2, 2013
When Nelson was HR director for Commerce, Elsie would frequently fill in at his office when his staff had to be in meetings. She was always so positive and such a delight to be around. When I joined the Industrial Commission, Elsie was the first person I met. She made every day at the office special, just with the joyful sound of her voice and the kind words!! Heaven is a brighter place with Elsie Boyd there! God bless you all in Elsie's passing. I hope that HE will keep you in His care, and I know HE is rejoicing at Elsie's return to her heavenly home.
Nelson, Lorrie and Ian Dollar
Kim Carlile
May 2, 2013
Wayne and Family, We are thinking of you during this difficult time. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Carl and Kim Carlile
Mona Keech
May 2, 2013
I worked with Elsie at the Commission until I retired. She always had a smile when she greeted you. Her personality glowed when she came in contact with you or greeted a visitor.
The last time I saw her was at the Lone Star in Clayton. She was having lunch with one of her friends. My prays are with you and she will always be in your heart. Mona Keech
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May 2, 2013
I worked with Elsie at Kingswood Six Grade Center for years. She was very dear to the teachers especially me. We will keep her family in our thoughts and prayers.
Marrion M. Dunn (Raleigh, N.C.)
Nancy Raybon
May 1, 2013
Elsie and I worked together at the Industrial Commission for the 15 years she was there. Her wonderful personality showed through her pleasant smile that greeted us every morning. We will also miss her at our yearly NCIC Christmas luncheon for the retirees. May God be with her family! She will be missed by all! Love, Nancy Raybon, Raleigh, NC
May 1, 2013
Trish and family,
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
The Haselhuhn Family
PERRY & WANDA RHINER
May 1, 2013
WAYNE AND FAMILY; MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU ALL ON YOUR LOSS.I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER ELSIES FRIENDLY SMILE AND HER :WORLD FAMOUS" RUM CAKE THAT WOULD SHARE WITH THE "MITCHELL DIST.CO." FAMILY.
Julie Molgaard
May 1, 2013
Trish and family, I am sorry for the loss of your wonderful mother. I will continue to keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
May 1, 2013
Dennis and I have good memories of Elsie. She had lots of energy and was a good mother. Our thoughts are with the family.
Sandra Ferrell
Mary Jackson
May 1, 2013
Elsie always had a big heart. Her pleasant attitude and kindness was a loss to the Industrial Commission when she retired. Thank you family for sharing her with us.
Mary Roussel
May 1, 2013
I worked with Elsie at the Industrial Commission. She was a special lady and I am so gland to have known her. Elsie had a great personality and a positive attitude. She always had a good joke to tell us girls. She always carried a smile no matter what was going on. We had many laughs together. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Anne Currin
May 1, 2013
Wayne, Mark and Trisha~ Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love~ Ed, Anne Trent and Trent
Barbara Jones
May 1, 2013
Mills Field meant baseball in my first years living in Cary, and Elsie and Wayne were the biggest part of that welcome. When my ex-husband had his stroke Elsie and Wayne were right there to take care of my kids while I stayed with Larry. Wayne and Larry coached, and even though we were on opposing teams, Elsie and I were still just 2 baseball moms cheering our sons on. Those memories are special and I know Elise is still smiling and cheering for all of us to remember, smile, and treasure how blessed we are.
Peace and love to all
Barbara (Wright) Jones
Leslie Beaver Pittges
May 1, 2013
Elsie and I worked together for almost 10 years at the Industrial Commission and seeing her bright smile every morning was like a shot of happiness! I can still hear the click of her heels speeding down the halls -- she was hard to keep up with but it was fun trying. Elsie was the best "second" mom you could ask for. On a couple occasions she even brought Wayne over to fix my car. Although I married and moved away I always knew I could count on Elsie. My thoughts and prayers are with Elsie's family....heaven's a little brighter now!
Roy Bailey
May 1, 2013
Elsie was a wonderful person to be around. I will always remember her outgoing personality and smile. I will keep the family in my prayers.
May 1, 2013
Elsie and I worked many years at the "North Carolina Industrial Commission," and shared a "Special" friendship. I will always remember her
"big" smile and "positive attitute. I will look forward to our "Renunion" in "Heaven."
Love ya,
Carroll Faulk Godley
Phillip Hopkins
May 1, 2013
I worked with Elsie at the Industrial Commission for many years. She always had a positive attitude. She was uplifting and a joy to be around. My prayers are with her family!!!
Phillip Hopkins
May 1, 2013
she was a wonderful person and i was happy to have known her.
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