Maggie Grant Boyles

Maggie Ruth Grant Boyles was born on June 1, 1939, in Charleston, South Carolina, the beloved daughter of the late Scipio and Clara Ann Grant. She was a blessing to a family of ten children—second to the youngest and the cherished baby girl—raised in love, resilience, and unwavering faith. On Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Maggie gently transitioned from this earthly life at Serenity Hospice in Hamilton, New Jersey, surrounded by love, peace, and grace.

Raised in Charleston, Maggie graduated from Roper Nursing School, already walking in her divine calling to care for others. In the early 1960s, she migrated to New York City, carrying with her a quiet strength, a radiant spirit, and steadfast faith. It was there that she met the love of her life—the man she had prayed for—Solomon Boyles. They were married on September 19, 1969, and shared a life rooted in devotion, partnership, and purpose. Maggie remained a faithful and loving wife until Solomon’s passing on July 17, 2015, honoring their bond with enduring grace.

A proud and devoted mother, Maggie’s children and grandchildren were her heart. She poured into them with tenderness, wisdom, and unconditional love. Her home was a sanctuary—filled with warmth, laughter, and comfort—a living reflection of who she was at her core.

Maggie’s life was anchored in service. She was a cherished member of her village, treasuring the friends who became family at Temple Zion Baptist Church and the close companions she gathered along her journey. A fervent servant of God, Maggie lived her faith—loving generously, giving freely, and serving with a pure and open heart.

For more than 35 years, Maggie served as a dedicated nurse in the Labor and Delivery Department at Metropolitan Hospital. There, she found profound joy in welcoming new life into the world, holding newborns with gentleness and grace. Through her hands, countless lives were ushered into their first moments of being, wrapped in love.

Affectionately known as “Boomie,” Maggie was renowned for her sweet potato pie, savory lima beans, succulent baked chicken, and beloved red rice—meals that gathered people together and made every table feel like home. She carried herself with unmistakable style, elegance, and confidence. Her charismatic, bubbly, and vivacious spirit could light up any room, leaving smiles, warmth, and laughter wherever she went.

In her later years, Maggie continued her lifelong commitment to others through philanthropic and volunteer service. Her life reflected kindness, laughter, style, grace, strength, and compassion. Though she is no longer with us, her radiant spirit and loving heart will forever live in the memories of all who were blessed to know her.

In addition to her parents, Maggie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Solomon Boyles, and eight siblings: Irene Grant, Joseph Grant, Leroy Grant, Ada Ruth Grant, Rufus Grant, William Wright II, Maybelle G. Cummings, and Nancy Grant Jenkins.

Those left to cherish her precious memory include her two children, Joseph Aaron Boyles (Shirelle Green) and Latisha Boyles-Bethel (Herbert); her treasured grandchildren, Jahzere Springs-Boyles, Jaden Herbert Bethel, and Hunter Solomon Bethel; her beloved brother, Leon (Louise) Grant; her sisters-in-law, Martha Boyles-Holt and Katherine Green; her brothers-in-law, Frank Boyles and James Boyles; her dear friend, Carolyn Matlock; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends—all of whom will forever love and miss her.

Boomie’s legacy is one of love freely given, lives deeply touched, and a spirit that continues to shine in every heart she blessed.

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