Zelma Boyd
Zelma Boyd, age 76 of Ferrum passed away Sunday, August 16, 2020. She was born July 29, 1944 a daughter of the late Kyle and Gretrude Smith. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Monroe Boyd; sisters, Mazel Shively and Bernice Shively. Surviving are her sons, Daniel Boyd (Mary), Stephen Boyd (Jalyn), Jason Boyd; daughter, Shea Martin (Chris); grandchildren, J.T., Nicholas (Perri), Courtnee, Steven (Stephanie), Tiffany, Bryor, Nolen-Lynn, Kynston, Talmidge, SheaAnna, Cody; great-grandchildren, Noah, Wesley, Rowan, Milo, Sloan; brothers, JR Smith, Watson Smith, Allen Smith; sister, Darlene Hudson; numerous nieces and nephews. Mrs. Boyd was a member of the Ferrum Ladies Auxiliary and the Ferrum Rescue Squad Auxiliary for over 30 years. She enjoyed her job as a babysitter for over 40 years caring for many children she loved as her own. She was a hard worker and loved her family. Mrs. Boyd was also a member of Henry Baptist Church. Funeral services will be conducted from Flora Funeral Chapel 2 p.m. Thursday with Rev. John Haskew officiating. Interment will follow in Franklin Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, the family suggest memorial donations be made to Henry Baptist Church, Ferrum Vol. Fire Department or Ferrum Rescue Squad. Her family will receive friends 6-8 p.m. Wednesday at Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount.