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Joan M. (Everly) Boyd

October 23, 1931 - September 24, 2025

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Obituary For Joan M. (Everly) Boyd

Age 93, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, of Upper St. Clair, formerly of Baldwin Boro and Carnegie.

Beloved wife of the late William Boyd; loving mother of Linda L. (Tom) Harmon and Scott W. (Lisa) Boyd; proud Grandma of six and Great-Grandma Jo Jo of seven; sister of the late Carol Callahan and family. Will be dearly missed by George Cross and family and by the Reel family. Also survived by cousins, neighbors and friends. Joan was a proud graduate of Indiana University of Pennsylvania and earned a post-graduate master's degree at Duquesne University. Joan was a well-known and loved teacher and librarian for the Baldwin-Whitehall School District. She was a longtime member and volunteer at Christ Church and an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Thursday, October 2, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of her service at 11:00 a.m. If desired, family suggests contributions to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, 333 E Carson Street, # 441E, Pittsburgh, PA 15219.

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  • September 29, 2025

    Jim Tudas

    Joan was a very special person and cousin in my life--from my regular babysitter as a child to my supporter and encourager over the years. Her positive attitude, kindness, sense of humor, acceptance of her life's journey, never give up attitude, zest for living life and deep spiritual belief in our Lord equipped her to raise a wonderful family and enjoy success in her ventures. I feel very honored to have been a part of her amazing life. Jim Tudas

  • September 28, 2025

    Georgann Jenkins

    Very sorry to hear of Joan's passing. She was a colleague and friend from B-W School District libraries. Her warm and welcoming nature and her bravery in the face of illness and loss were an inspiration to all who knew her. There are hundreds of kids everywhere who remember you as their library "teacher".

  • September 28, 2025

    Meg Mason

    My deepest condolences to Joan's family and loved ones. She was a remarkable person who will be dearly missed.

  • September 27, 2025

    Diane McDonald

    Joanie was my mom's best friend from IUP along with other sorority sisters. Mom played for her wedding to Bill and they were in many weddings together. Joanie and Gwen spoke often and gathered for lunch a few times a year. I hope she's up there with Audrey, Shirley and the IUP men💙 Wishing the family prayers Gwen Lewis Botti and family

  • September 27, 2025

    Diane McDonald

    Joanie was my Moms best friend from IUP. Mom played for her wedding to Bill They were lifelong friends who spoke often and got together for lunches yearly She came to mom's 90 th bday ( three years ago) and joined in the family fun. She will be missed. Lots of love to her family- hope she's having a great time up there with Shirley, Audrey and the guys!!! Gwen Lewis Botti And family

  • September 27, 2025

    Rebecca Murphy

    Our family is very sad to hear about Joan's passing. Didn't know her well but she brought a lot of joy and love to my best friend's father, George Cross. She always had a smile on her face and was very kind. She loved life and always looked so pretty. She will be missed by so many but glad to know that she is at peace with the Lord. Our love and sympathy , Becky, Mike, Dawn , Joe Murphy and family

  • September 27, 2025

    Charles & Betty Millar

    My dear friend since high school. The memories we share are precious to me & I know you're now free from pain & suffering. She had the strength of a lion & was loved by all who knew her. She will be SO missed. Rest in peace our good friend. Chuck & Betty Millar, Hobe Sound, Fl.

  • September 26, 2025

    Lynn appman

    Our thoughts go out to all in Joan's beloved family. Her strong will and love of life was an inspiration to many. Love, The Appman's family

  • September 26, 2025

    Jim Holland

    There was no one like Joan. I only knew her for a short time, but I saw the genuine, authentic person she truly was from the moment I met her. Joan not only brought joy and love back to my ex father in law, George, in addition was an amazing "grandma" that filled the void for my daughter, Kendall!. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed..