She was the widow of Thomas Darwin Boyd, Sr., a retired Burlington Industries and Monticello Schools employee, and was of the non-denominational faith. In addition to her husband and parents, she was also preceded in death by four brothers, Aaron, Johnny, Robin and Jimmy Hood; three sisters, Infant Pat Hood, Norma Sivils and Reatha Wright; and a daughter-in-law, Glenda Boyd.
She is survived by two children, Linda Boyd Gipson and husband Phillip of Alexander City, Alabama and Thomas Darwin Boyd, Jr. of Monticello; three grandchildren, Allen Douglas Wright, Jr., Michelle Wright and Lauren Boyd; eight great grandchildren and five great-great grandchildren. The family would like to thank all of the Dalton's Place employees for taking care of Mackie and for loving her.
Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m. Saturday, August 17, 2024, at United Pentecostal Church in Monticello. There will be a visitation from 1:30-3:30 p.m. preceding the funeral service at the church. Burial will be in Holly Springs Cemetery. You can sign Tete's guestbook registry on this page.
Condolences(8)
Sherry Ellis O'Neill-Rawls
Monticello, AR Wednesday, August 21, 2024 I am so sorry to read of the death of "Tete". She was a very special lady with such a beautiful spirit. She is reunited with her family now, & we shall see them all again soon. May God bless & comfort you all. 🙏Sherry Boyd
Durant, OK Tuesday, August 20, 2024 Sending love and hugs during this time, Linda. She was one of my favorites and I will miss her. Love you Bunches!💜☦️🙏Brenda Watts
Jacksons Gap, AL Saturday, August 17, 2024 Sorry for your loss sister.I love you and I loved mamaWILLIAM WEDGEWORTH
GLENWOOD, AR Saturday, August 17, 2024 Sorry for your lossWILLIAM WEDGEWORTH
GLENWOOD, AR Saturday, August 17, 2024 Sorry for your loss. Aunt Tete was a very special person. Always like to visit her.James and Kathy Berry
Monticello, AR Saturday, August 17, 2024 Hood and Boyd FamilyWe are very sad for your loss. Prayers for you.
James Berry long time friend of the Hood Family
Loretta
Star city, AR Friday, August 16, 2024 Sending prayers to the family. She will be miss deeply. I will truly miss your smile and our conversations. Love you Mack Mack.Trisha Abbott
Monticello, AR Friday, August 16, 2024 I am so terribly sorry for your family’s loss and pray for your comfort during this difficult time.