Memphis, Tennessee, Pastor Killed in Car Accident One Week After His Daughter’s Baptism

Willie Boyd Jr., pastor of Greenwood CME Church in Memphis, TN, died in a car accident one week after his daughter was baptized. The incident occurred on N. Reed Hooker Rd. near Monterey Rd. in Eads, according to the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO). Boyd was pronounced dead at the scene by Shelby County Fire Dept. The accident is under investigation.

Boyd, 44, leaves behind his wife, Ebony Bradley-Boyd, and three children. His wife shared on Facebook, “One thing I know! My husband said it best! God Will NEVER Leave me alone!!! And I know in my heart where my husband’s soul rest!!! My husband was SAVED! And that’s all that matters. He is with his Lord and Savior! I love you forever Willie Boyd! Please say a special prayer for my children. I see your calls! I see your text! Please be patient with me.”

Bishop Emeritus Henry Williamson Sr. of the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church described Boyd as “a son or a brother” to many, emphasizing his irreplaceable presence in the community.

Memphis Theological Seminary (MTS), where Boyd once studied, expressed deep sorrow over his passing. Dr. Jody Hill, president of MTS, shared a message on Facebook, offering condolences to Boyd’s family and the Greenwood CME Church community. He noted Boyd’s significant contributions to the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and his legacy as a devoted pastor and leader.

The loss of Boyd is felt deeply within the Christian Methodist Episcopal Church and the broader Memphis community. His passing underscores the impact of his ministry and the enduring grief of those who knew him.

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