Linda Boyd Obituary

Linda Louise Boyd, 86, passed away peacefully at home in Pleasant View, Utah. 

Born on October 13, 1938, in Los Angeles, California, she was the daughter of Edwin Morrell and Dorothy Coleman Smith. Linda shared a special bond with her siblings—her brother Steven M. Smith was born on her first birthday, followed later by her youngest brother Gerald Allen Smith. Sue Dee Smith Miller, who joined the family as a young child, was loved as a dear sister.

Linda attended Lynwood High School and, as a young mother, worked diligently to earn her diploma from Downey High School's Adult Night School. She later pursued her passion for nursing, graduating from Weber State University in 1976 as a Registered Nurse and earning her BSN and PHN from the University of Phoenix.

As a young woman, Linda met her childhood sweetheart, James A. Boyd, at a church dance. They were married on July 20, 1956, in the Los Angeles LDS Temple and built a life filled with love. She was a gentle and devoted mother raising five children. Their journey took them from Southern California to Honeyville, Utah where life in the country was a slower pace but filled with adventure and neighbors that became the dearest friends. Later the family moved to Brigham City, Utah and then to Perry, Utah. Jim’s career path took the couple to Scottsdale Arizona, and Cameron Park, California before returning to Utah in 2000 to be near family.

Linda was a knowledgeable and caring nurse. She worked at Cooley Memorial Hospital before helping establish the Inservice Department at Brigham City Community Hospital in 1976. Her true calling was the Director of the Obstetrics Floor, where she supported countless new moms. She lovingly cared for every little baby and assisted the families with encouragement and kindness. Linda retired in Sacramento as Director of Nursing at a home health company.

Above all, Linda loved the Lord. She was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at age 10 and faithfully served throughout her life, especially with youth programs. She chaperoned many Girls Camps, where snipe hunting and stories of Susie Sour Blood became legendary. She was also active in her Harrisville ward and had a deep gift for service. She enjoyed her time serving as a host at the LDS Church Office Building along with service missions in the Ogden area.

Linda had many talents and hobbies. She began sewing in high school and continued throughout her life, mastering machine embroidery, knitting, and crochet. She attended embroidery events with dear friends and loved crafting gifts for loved ones. She also loved traveling—especially cruises—and cherished Smith Family Reunions, where she enjoyed storytelling around the campfire.

In her later years, Linda spent three joyful years at Treeo in South Ogden, where she found a renewed love for writing, especially poetry. Known as “the game lady,” she brought joy, laughter, and positivity to those around her.

Linda is survived by her children, Melinda Mathis, North Carolina; Debbie (Howard) Callahan, Utah; James Boyd, Utah; Mark (Lisa) Boyd, Utah; and Todd (Noel) Boyd, Alabama; 7 grandchildren, Jaime (Steve) Foster, Douglas (Ashlee) Callahan, Michael (Sammy) Callahan, Zachary (Katie) Boyd, Joshua (Teesha) Boyd, Shane (Ashley) Boyd, Kathleen (John) Hughston; and 17 great-grandchildren. Also surviving are her brother, Gerald (Connie) Smith; and sister, Sue Dee Smith Miller.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Jim; her grandson, Richard J. Mathis; her parents; and her brother, Steven M. Smith.

Linda will be remembered for her unwavering faith, deep love for her family, compassionate service, and joyful spirit. She leaves behind a legacy of warmth, strength, and kindness.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, at 11 a.m. at Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may visit with family on Tuesday from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Lindquist’s Washington Heights Memorial Park, 3408 Washington Blvd.

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