Douglas Arthur Boyd
June 17, 1930 - January 08, 2020
Laguna Woods CA
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Douglas Arthur Boyd
June 17, 1930 - January 08, 2020
Laguna Woods CA
Obituary
Douglas Arthur Boyd passed away at his Laguna Woods, California home on January 8, 2020. He was 89. He is predeceased by his beloved wife, Joan Boyd on January 2, 2005. Doug and Joan met in high school in Detroit, Michigan, and got married right after graduation. They remained sweethearts for 53 years.
Doug and Joan had 7 children, Laurie Boyd, Kathleen Boyd, Michael Boyd (deceased), Daniel Boyd (deceased), Diane Boyd Egan, Jeffrey Boyd, and Nancy Boyd Nissen. They were blessed with 14 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Doug worked his whole career in the newspaper business, starting at age 12 as a paperboy. He remained in the business until he retired from the Los Angeles Times after many fruitful years. He also owned and operated Saddleback Golf Cars with his wife, Joan, and his son, Michael.
Doug was very involved with St. Kilian parish for over 40 years. He was on the Parish Council for 3 years, served with The Knights of Columbus and helped with the annual Fish Fry every Friday during Lent. He started out washing lemons and potatoes, then graduated to selling raffle tickets, and everyone had a great time. The whole family pitched in for the Fish Fry, as well as the annual Christmas and Thanksgiving Food and Toy Drive.
The rosary will be held at O’Connor Mortuary in Laguna Hills “ªat 7pm on Monday, January 20th. The funeral will be held at St. Kilian Catholic Church in Mission Viejo “ªat 11am on Tuesday, January 21st.
Vigil Service
- Date & Time: January 20, 2020 (7:00 PM)
- Venue: O'Connor Mortuary
- Location: 25301 Alicia Parkway Laguna Hills, CA 92653 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (949) 581-4300
Funeral Mass
- Date & Time: January 21, 2020 (11:00 AM)
- Venue: St. Kilian Catholic Church
- Location: 26872 Estanciero Drive Mission Viejo, CA 92691 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (949) 586-4440
5 responses to Douglas Arthur Boyd
Cecelia Burks says:
January 20, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I absolutely adored Doug. He worked with on the Taste of St. Kilian committee and was such a huge participant and reason the fundraiser was a success. Such a loving and kind person. Sending love and prayers.
LuAnne Williamson says:
January 20, 2020
We are very sorry for the loss of your dad. But I know he’s with Joan and they are dancing the night away. We love you and all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
David Lloyd says:
January 28, 2020
So sad to hear this
Mr Boyd RIP
The Lloyd Family
David Lloyd says:
January 28, 2020
So sad to hear this
Mr Boyd was someone I admired
All Love to the Boyd family
The Lloyds
Dawn Meyle Colwell says:
January 28, 2020
Can’t put into words what a loss it is to everyone. Uncle Doug was one of the sweetest and kindest people I’ve ever known. Unfortunately did not find out about his loss until today the 28th, otherwise my family and I would have attended his services. My sincerest apologies to the entire Boyd family. He will be in my prayers forever.