Lillian Boyd

The narrative of Reverend Lillian Boyd began on May 6, 1932 in a loving home in Oriental, north Carolina. She was one of six children born to the late Joseph and Helen Russell, Honoring the woman of God that Lillian aspired to be, we will focus on her life of service to the Lord; her family, the church and surrounding communities. Lillian received her formal education in the North Carolina Public School System, Her professional career included a position as a Baltimore City Special Education Para educator, School Nursing Assistant, Substitute Teacher and Florist at the March Funeral Home (East). Lillian's last place of employment was at Good Samaritan Hospital where she served as Chaplain. Lillian was blessed to marry the love of her life, the late Melvin Boyd, Sr. and together they created a loving and God-fearing home for their children. Following the death of her husband in July 1995, she remained committed to her role as matriarch of the family. Lillian loved her children and the generations that followed them although Melvin and Derwin, proceeded her in death , Lillian loved spending time with children and grandchildren, She could be found running to thrift stores, eating at Golden Corral or Denny's shopping in Reading Pennsylvania, English town and Cow town, New Jersey or simply going to the market. Lillian was always the faster walker in the crowd and it took a lot of energy to keep up with her! Lillian accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as her Personal Savior as a young woman. After moving to Baltimore, Maryland she became a member of St. Paul Community Baptist Church under the pastorate of the late Dr. Edward M. Revels Through the leading of the Holy Spirit In 1964, Lillian became a founding member of St. John Christian Community Church under the pastorate of the late Dr. Tommie L. Jenkins, Sr. She served faithfully as a member of the No. 2 Choir and Vocal Chorus. Sometimes thereafter, Lillian was elevated to the office of Reverend and whenever she preached, taught, or gave wise counsel, it was “Thus saith the Lord” Lillian 's awesome collection of Bible’s, concordances and dictionaries helped to increase her knowledge of God's Word and no matter how the world changed with age of technology, she remained faithful in carrying her bible. Lillian's early morning prayer and devotion time with God was critical to the start of her day. Her favorite Scripture was the 91st division of the Psalms, and her favorite songs “I Don't know About Tomorrow” With a strong spiritual foundation, Lillian became head of the Women's Ministry in her church and fostered a community of strong praying women. She was also well known for providing home cooked meals from the church's soup kitchen and the Ronald McDonald House. Lillian's legacy truly exemplifies what it means to lead a life dedicated to the service of the Lord. We have no greater example of her faithfulness, determination and love for God than then her transition from earth to glory on Sunday, May 20, 2018. (Pentecost Sunday) Lillian spent her last moments doing what she loved the most at St. John Christian Community Church. She was worshipping in the presence of the Lord with her church which prepared her to be raptured in God's Glory when He called her to come up higher. She leaves to cherish her legacy: her children. Robert (Donna); Audrey (Jimmie); Queen (Leonard); Carlett (Lorenzo); Miriam; Edward (Jacqueline); Carmelia; Carol (James); and Tyrone; her niece; Gina (Gerald), who she lovingly served as guardian; 40 grandchildren; 52 Great grandchildren; 4 great- great grandchildren; one brother-in-law, Richard Boyd, (Virginia); and a host of nieces, nephews, godchildren and devoted friends.

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Lillian Boyd

May 6, 1932 - May 20, 2018