James J. Boyd

Age 77, of St. Paul He was born in Chicago, IL on October 11, 1940 to William John Boyd and Margaret Mary (Garry), and attended St. John's College and William Mitchell Law School.  He was a lifelong handball player and the best grandpa.  Preceded in death by his parents; brothers, William, Thomas, Richard; and sister, Marilyn Boyd.  Survived by sister, Maureen Boyd; sisters-in-law, Marjory (Dick) and Carol (Tom); former spouse, Constance Boeckmann; son, James F. Boyd; daughter, Constance (David) Zimbric; and six grandchildren.  Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM Thursday, July 19 at the Church of St. Mary, 261 E. 8th St., St. Paul. Interment St. Anthony Cemetery, Padua, MN. Visitation at the church from 9:30-10:30 AM Thursday.