Robert M. Boyd

Robert M. “Bob” Boyd, 83, Avon, passed away peacefully December 15, 2015, at The Gathering Together in Plainfield. Mr. Boyd was born July 22, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, to the late James and Annie (Lafferty) Boyd.

He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Korean War and graduated from Eastern Michigan University. Mr. Boyd enjoyed a long career with Unisys that spanned 37 years, retiring in 1993 as a production manager. He was a member of the Plainfield Christian Church. Always loyal to his Michigan teams, Mr. Boyd enjoyed all kinds of sports and especially cheering on the University of Michigan Wolverines, Detroit Tigers, Lions, and Red Wings. Most importantly, he loved spending time with his family. He will be missed by a loving family and many friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one son, Stephen Robert Boyd and a daughter, K.M. “Mikie” Horden.

Survivors include his wife, Jo Ann (Reynolds), to whom he was united in marriage July 31, 1953; daughters, Lorri Woehrle (Mike) of Avon and Jan Smith (Craig) of North Carolina; sister, Beth Feustel of Michigan; grandchildren, Danielle “Dani” Floyd, Robby Woehrle, Jessi Smith, Josh Smith, and Jared Smith.

Friends and family will gather to celebrate and honor the life of Bob Boyd on Friday, December 18, 2015, 4 to 8 p.m., in the chapel at Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Pastor Steve White will officiate the 11 a.m. service on Saturday, December 19, 2015, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to The Gathering Together, 147 N. Center Street, Plainfield, IN 46168 or to Military Avenue Church, 1002 Military Avenue, Detroit, MI 48209. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.