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on June 12, 2015 3:39 PM
Birth date: Sep 27, 1921 Death date: Jun 11, 2015
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Shelby P. Boyd, age 93, of Johnson City and Gatlinburg, TN, passed away Thursday, June 11, 2015 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center, Knoxville, TN following a brief illness. He was a native of East Tennessee and a son of the late Isaac Boyd and Retta Elliott Cade. With an entrepreneur spirit and determination, he began a lifetime of careers in various fields. At the young age of 10, he helped support his family by selling newspapers and day old cakes and breads. After the marriage to his late wife Mildred Allen Boyd, he worked at the Shipyards in Baltimore, Maryland during World War II. Shelby and his wife returned to East Tennessee after the war where he opened several small businesses, these included a sundries and sandwich shop in Mountain City, TN, East Main Service Station in Johnson City, Major Sand Company in Carter County, Major Improvement Company, Johnson City, The American Historical Wax Museum, Gatlinburg, TN, Hall of Presidents Wax Museum, Chattanooga, TN, The Cyclorama, Wax Museum based on the "Trail of Tears" of the Cherokee Nation, Cherokee, North Carolina, Championship Raceway, Gatlinburg, TN, and the Old Timer Restaurant and Gift Shop, Gatlinburg, TN. In the mid 1960's, Shelby and his wife Mildred opened the Glass Barn in the Boone/Blowing Rock, North Carolina Area. On July 4, 1971 Shelby designed and opened Hillbilly Golf in Gatlinburg, TN, which quickly became one of the most popular attractions in the Smoky Mountains. Through the years he stayed active with property development and other business ventures. Through his knowledge and creativity, Shelby assisted and encouraged others to succeed in their lives. In addition to his parents, Shelby is preceded in death by his wife of 75 years, Mildred Allen Boyd; and a beloved friend, Jessie Vineyard of Gatlinburg. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Rande Hackler and husband Lewis, N. Tazewell, VA, Nancy Howard and husband Jim, Johnson City; grandchildren, Paige Watson and husband Tony, Tazewell, VA, Jordan Harris, N. Hollywood, CA, Austin Harris, Savannah, GA, Jamie Meade and husband David, Bristol, TN, Kelly Green, Pensacola, FL, Joseph Howard, U.S Air Force, South Korea; great grandchildren, Luke Watson, Shelby Elizabeth Watson, and Bailey Meade. His two brothers, Thaddeus Berry, Albuquerque, NM and Denne Cade, Johnson City. Others include his special pup, Sealy and many nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends on Monday, June 15, 2015 in the East Parlor of Appalachian Funeral Home from 5:30 until 7:00 P.M. A private graveside service for the immediate family will be conducted at Monte Vista Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please help in continuing Shelby's tradition of giving and generosity by "PAYING IT FORWARD." Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.appfh.net. Appalachian Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave., Johnson City is serving the Boyd family. (423) 928-6111 Order Flowers Interment DetailsMonte Vista Memorial ParkRead Obituary
A candle was lit by Appalachian Funeral Home & Cremation Service lit a memorial candle
on June 12, 2015 3:39 PM
Words cannot express the love, admiration and respect that my family and I have for Shelby. We shall always hold him very dear in our hearts. Randy and Nancy, our prayers are with you and your families. Love, Tina Ashton & Jim Farmer
I will always have fond memories of Shelby. He was always so kind to everyone and I will always be thankful for his love to my Mammie. She loved him dearly. What a wonderful time when we will see our loved ones in heaven all together. Praying for you all! Love Sherry
I was Blessed to work for Shelby for a few years at Hillbilly Golf and he was one of the most kind, generous people I have ever known...My prayers and thoughts are with you two girls and all your family...He will always be remembered for his kindness as a boss and as a friend...Those kind of people are rare today...He was family to his employees at Hillbilly Golf and we will never forget that...May God Bless
I have been working at Hillbilly Golf for 3 seasons now. Only knowing Mr. Shelby for a short time but it doesn't take long to know that he was a very special man. He was always a kind and caring boss. He will truly be missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of his family.
I will always have fond memories of Shelby. He was always so kind to everyone and I will always be thankful for his love that he give to my husband Jessie vineyard and myself and kids, Shelby was not just a friend he was family, Jessie looked up to this man, he was like a father to him, I am very sorry , for the family. he will missed by so many.
we did not find out about Shelbys passing till wed the 24th We have known Shelby for many years he was a big help to us we are sorry to hear about his passing he had visited just a few days prior you all are in our prayers
It was a pleasure to have met my wifes' Uncle Shelby and Aunt Mildred some 25 years ago in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I shall always hold both of them in highest regard as wonderful and kind folks who were very special to our family. Shelby was a true gentleman with a big heart and Mildred was a lovely and charming lady and always a pleasure to talk with. May you rest in peace. Blessings to the family. Sincerely, Joseph G. Valdez, MLIS State Librarian-New Mexico Department of Transportation