Calvin B. "Cowboy" Boyd

May 20, 1938 - December 8, 2019

Calvin B. “Cowboy” Boyd, age 81, a resident of Gloversville passed away on Sunday December 8, 2019 at the Nathan Littauer Hospital in Gloversville. He was born on May 20, 1938 in Gloversville, NY. The son of the late Donald and Lucille Lawton Boyd. He was a United States Army Veteran. Calvin was employed for many years at various tanneries in the area. He was a chef and worked as several diners. He loved horses and his little furry friend, his cat Tom. Survivors include his wife Elaine Unger-Boyd of Gloversville. One daughter; Katrina (Roger) Sweet of Rome. One step-son; Shawn (Robyn) Martin of NJ. Siblings; Richard (Dawn) Boyd, Jack (Lynn) Boyd, and Beverly Snyder. Grandchildren; Amanda Sweet, Shawn Gibson, and Kindy Beck. He is also survived by his best friend since grade school Melvin Morey. He was predeceased by his brother Don and his sisters; Dorothy, Doris and Mary Lou and his longtime friend Agatha Douglas. In keeping with his wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral service. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Society. Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Gloversville Funeral Service. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.gloversvillefuneralservice.com.