Mother Pernell "Nellie" Mallard Boyd

There's magic in a mother's touch

And sunshine in her smile

There's love in everything she does

To make our lives worthwhile.

We can find both hope and courage

Just by looking in her eyes.

Her laughter is a source of joy.

Her works are warm and wise.

There is kindness and compassion

To be found in her embrace.

And we see the light of Heaven

Shining from a mother's face.

On February 20, 2026, God in His infinite wisdom called home His beloved, Mother Pernell "Nellie" Mallard Boyd, 96, of Eutawville, SC from labor to reward.

The family will be receiving visitors starting Wednesday, February 25, 2026 from 3pm to 7pm at 540 Pine Street, Holly Hill,  SC.

Please respect the family's wishes and govern yourselves accordingly as this family mourns the passing of their matriarch.

Pernell Mallard Boyd, the daughter of the late Joe and Gracie Gilmore Mallard was born on November 24, 1929 in Vance, South Carolina. She entered into eternal rest on February 20, 2026 after an extended illness. She grew up in Holly Hill and Vance, SC and was educated in the local school system before marrying Clarence "Pink" Elmore in 1948. From this union six children were born. She was preceded in death by Clarence "Pink" Elmore in 1956 as well as her second husband Booker T. Boyd; two daughters Marth-Ann Lambright and Elizabeth Smith, one son Johnny Jasper Randolph, one grandson Elton Lambright and one great grandson Quinshawn Elmore.

Mother Boyd attended New Galilee Christian Church from an early age and knew the power of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She wore many hats, serving on the Pastor's Aid Board, the Christian Women's Fellowship, Prayer Band, Senior Usher Board, Senior Choir and State Usher Board. For many years, she faithfully served as New Galilee's Church Mother. Her church mother's duties centered on spiritual mentorship, supporting the pastor and nurturing the church members with wisdom, prayer and godly living. She assisted with the communion sacraments, prayed for and with the church, served as a trusted advisor while upholding biblical standards and maintaining spiritual integrity. She served as a mother to many, never met a stranger and her love for all people showed in the life she lived.

Mother Pernell leaves to cherish loving memories, four daughters, Gladys F. Smith and Mary Jane Thompson of Holly Hill, SC; Rose Ann (Archie) Bowman of Eutawville, SC and Viola E. Hallman of the home in Orangeburg, SC. One son Arthur Mallard of Boston, MA. Two sisters, Louise Bell of Boston, MA and Reather Bailey of Holly Hill, SC. Eleven grandchildren: Onetha Smith Middleton and Ophelia Smith of Orangeburg, SC; Deon Lambright of Santee, SC; Shoanellie Elmore and Keron Hallman of Orangeburg, SC; Mingli Elmore of Portsmouth, VA; Romonia Bowman of
Eutawville, SC; Kneufrum (Crystal) Thompson of Paducah, KY; Pablo Thompson of Holly Hill, SC and Marwick Smith of Boston, MA. Thirteen great-grands and one very special great-great grand Nevaeh Lambright of Santee, SC; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

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