Celebrating the Life of Za’niyah Ja’Nell “Niyah” Boyd

Za’niyah Ja’Nell “Niyah” Boyd, age 11, entered eternal rest on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at 5:04 p.m. at Rapides Women’s and Children’s Hospital. A bright and gifted 5th grade student at Rosenthal Montessori, Niyah took great pride in her accomplishments, including earning A/B Honor Roll and being recognized as Student of the Month.

Niyah was full of life, joy, and personality. She loved dancing, singing, drawing, learning new languages, and spending time talking with her friends. She also enjoyed Roblox, especially MM2, and had a special love for Korean and Asian culture, as well as the boy band Tomorrow X Together. Niyah loved seafood, Chick-fil-A, and her favorite snacks, and she truly never played about her food.

Public viewing and visitation will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. until the start of the service at 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church, 11 16th Street, Alexandria, Louisiana 71301, with Pastor Roger L. Green, Sr. officiating.

Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery in Alexandria, Louisiana.

Though her time here was far too short, Niyah’s beautiful spirit, creativity, laughter, and love will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.