Mary Ann Power Boyd
January 23, 1953 ~ July 5, 2019
Mary Ann Power Boyd, age 66, of Landsdowne, VA, died July 5, 2019. Wife for 42 years of Patrick W. Boyd and mother of Daniel P. Boyd and Samuel P. Boyd. She is survived by her brother, Joseph M. Power; and her sisters, Kathryn Power Van Helden, Joan Power Youngblood, and Sheila Power Green; and by many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Joseph T. Power, past president of the Operative Plasterers' and Cement Masons' International Association; her mother, Mary Powers Power; and brother, Jay Power.
Born in Chicago, IL, she graduated from the Academy of Notre Dame in Washington, DC, and the University of Dayton. She worked as an editor for more than 30 years at the American Federation of Teachers in Washington, DC.
A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, July 18, 7:00 p.m. at Money and King Funeral Home; 171 Maple Ave W; Vienna, VA. Interment will be held Friday, July 19, 10:00 a.m. at Columbia Gardens Cemetery, 3411 Arlington Boulevard, Arlington, VA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary's name to the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, 2650 South Arlington Mill Dr; Arlington, VA 22206; or to the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, 1156 15th St NW, Suite 1020; Washington, DC 20005.
Born in Chicago, IL, she graduated from the Academy of Notre Dame in Washington, DC, and the University of Dayton. She worked as an editor for more than 30 years at the American Federation of Teachers in Washington, DC.
A gathering of family and friends will be held Thursday, July 18, 7:00 p.m. at Money and King Funeral Home; 171 Maple Ave W; Vienna, VA. Interment will be held Friday, July 19, 10:00 a.m. at Columbia Gardens Cemetery, 3411 Arlington Boulevard, Arlington, VA.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mary's name to the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, 2650 South Arlington Mill Dr; Arlington, VA 22206; or to the Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, 1156 15th St NW, Suite 1020; Washington, DC 20005.
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Mary, there are so many memories in my mind and love in my heart for the time you spent holding my hand when I, too, became a copy editor at the AFT. You taught me everything I needed to know. You were my lifeline. The news of your passing is heartbreaking and I will miss you terribly. Love, strength and support to your family and friends. In God’s name, rest in peace sweet girl. Sandy Hendricks
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She was so much more than my sister-in-law, she was my sister! Thank you Mary for being there for me so many times in my life. We love you dearly!
Mary Boyd was a buoyant soul, a dedicated unionist and ever helpful to those who called her their friend. Her spirit was and still is memorable and it’s loss leaves a terrible void. My sincerest condolences.
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My condolences to Mary’s family & friends. She was a great co-worker who knew the answer to everything.
I enjoyed working with Mary. She was always upbeat and interested in helping her co-workers. Mary always had a dish of candy on her desk which was a great ice breaker. She will be missed. Marlene Ward
I was absolutely devastated to hear the news of Mary’s passing. We worked closely together at AFT for over 10 years. Mary had a wonderful sense of humor and was truly a kind, giving and caring person. I was blessed to have known her. My heart goes out to her entire family and I pray for comfort for them during this time. Heaven has gained an angel for sure.
Aunt Mary always made sure to make me feel so loved whenever I would see her. She was an amazing woman and I will miss her terribly. Carrie (Boyd) Caviness
Mary and I went to college together and remained friends for the last 40 years. We were young hippie chicks trying to emulate the Woodstock Generation. We grew older and our interest changed, yet whenever we spoke, we returned to our youthful memories. My love to Mary’s family and friends. I posted a picture of Mary and our roomates in college. Mary Gnandt
Mary was a great friend to our family. My wife Sharon and her have been best friends forever. You’re kind a gentle ways will truly be missed by all of us.
Mary can best be remembered for her huge personality and kind soul. I can remember the day she brought a turtle to work. She told us that she was afraid he would be hit by a car if left on the side of the road. She made him a makeshift home where he lived like a king for a couple of days. She made friends wherever you went, with the parking attendants, housekeeping, waiters/ waitresses…she would always say “I’ve got this.” Her door was always open for a chat or to grab a piece or so of candy from her well known candy dish. Most of all Mary loved her family. She told us so many stories about her mom and dad, her siblings, her excitement to be asked to watch one of her nieces or nephews for the weekend, or on her birthdays how much she enjoyed recording the time her brothers and sisters called to wish her a happy day. Most of all, she loved talking about her boys, Dan and Sam, and the enormous love and pride she had for each of them. She was more than a friend to me…more like a sister. Fly high with the angels dearest Mary.
beautifully expressed, Sharon. bill harty
Mary was a wonderfully positive spirit. She chose to do the work she did because she believed in making the world a more just and fair place for everyone. Rest in peace.
I DIDN’T KNOW MARY, BUT SHE WENT TO THE UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON RUN BY THE MARIANIST, SOCIETY OF MARY. U.D IS DEDICATION TO OUR BLESSED MOTHER. NOW, MARY IS WITH OUR BLESSED MOTHER FOR ALL ETERNTIY AND ENJOYING THE BEATIFIC VISION OF CHRIST. JIM WOLAN
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Dear Sam and Family, Nothing is more difficult than saying goodbye to a beloved mother. You will always miss her, but you know a part of her and a part of you will always be together. Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. Leonardo and Catherine