Patricia Ann Boyd

On Saturday, September 19, 2009 in Annapolis, MD; born on March 16, 1935 in E. Chicago, Indiana and a resident of Bowie, MD. She was a cherished wife to Alfred; mother of Teresa, Lucy and Larry; eldest of 9 siblings; and MomPat of 10. After family and friends, her passion was opera. She served as a member of Placido Domingos Washington National Opera for an unmatched 34 years. Her voice was often heard singing the Star Spangled Banner at various local events including the Washington Bullets Games. Until her death, she was a professional pharmacist for over 50 years. She was actively involved in community affairs and was President and Board Member of Belair Bath and Tennis club. Family will receive friends at BEALL FUNERAL HOME, 6512 NW Crain Hwy. (Rte. 3 South), Bowie, MD on Thursday, September 24, 2009 from 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 14721 Annapolis Rd., Bowie, MD on Friday, September 25, 2009 at 11:00am. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to DeCesaris Cancer Institute for Pancreatic Cancer, 2001 Medical Pkwy, Annapolis, MD 21401 or to Washington National Opera, 2600 Virginia Ave. NW, Ste. 301, Washington, D.C. 20037. VISITATION: 9/24/2009 2:00-4:00 and 7:00-9:00pmFUNERAL: 9/25/2009 11:00am at Church