of Lexa, AR
August 17, 1942 - April 12, 2008
Billy Joe Boddie, 65, of Lexa, Arkansas passed away Saturday, April 12, 2008 in Helena. He was born August 17, 1942 in Toone, Tennessee to the late Chandler Boddie and Vernice Cupples Boddie. He worked as a tankerman in the agricultural field and later he worked in maintenance at the Isle of Capri Casino.
Mr. Boddie is survived by his wife, Sharon Groves Boddie of the home; daughter, Kayce Patton and husband, Cody, Jr., of Marion; son, Warren Boddie of Paragould; granddaughter, Mikah Patton, grandson, Kade Patton; mother, Vernice Boddie of Lexa; 5 brothers, Garland Boddie of Huntington Park, California, Jerry Boddie of Severville, Tennessee, Larry Boddie of Russellville, Floyd Boddie and Jimmy Dale Boddie, both of Dover; 5 sisters, Loyce Pinkley of Cyril, Oklahoma, Patricia Herrington of Lexa, Ann Hamilton of Helena, Ivy Long of Gainsville, Georgia, and Delora Floyd of Taylor, Michigan. He was preceded in death by his father, Chandler Boddie and a sister, Joyce Reynolds
Services for Mr. Boddie will be held Wednesday, April 16, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. in West Helena, Arkansas . Visitation will be Tuesday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Roller-Citizens. Burial will be at Central Cemetery in Lexa. Reverend Audie Richardson will officiate.
Pallbearers are Charles R. Norman, David Ray, Robert, Ray, Rufus Ray, Butch Sanford and Jason Odle. Honorary pallbearers are any former fellow employees of Riceland Foods/Quincy Soybean/ADM and the maintenance team at Isle of Capri Casino.
Services directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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34 Condolence(s)
Scarlett M. Rice
Monday, April 28, 2008
My prayers are always with the family! If anything at all is needed, please don't hesitate to give me a call.
stephanie coley
Monday, April 28, 2008
larry and family - my prayers are with you and your family. stephanie coley and family
Dewey and Teresa Whaley
Friday, April 18, 2008
We are so sorry to here about Billy Joe. He was a great person, friend and will be deeply missed. There are no words to comfort except we are here if you need to talk.
Ross Johnson
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Billy Joe u will be missed dancin around at moms weddin and holdin the spit cup......but i will always love ya billy
Betty Kendall-Gray
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
To the Boddie Family,,,,,on behalf of my father..Cleo "Rabbit Man" Kendall who has pictures of Billy Joe hanging on his living room wall....I have heard him talk about Billy Joe since I was a little girl having worked for Riceland Foods since they came to Helena I guess. He will always be remembered in the Kendall household, He and my Dad will always share April 12th, that was my dad's birthday. God Bless all of you.
Deb Lewis
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Mrs. Sharon, I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Billy. He was such a wonderful man, I loved working with him at Quincy. He was always a bright spot in the day when you saw him. He always had a hug to pass on and always made you smile. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all who knew him. You and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Robert & Linda Ford
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
I wish I had words to ease the pain. I do want you to know that all of you are in my prayers and thoughts. Linda
Holly
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Just wanted to tell you that your family is in my prayers. Love ya'll.
Jane Johnston
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Sorry for your loss. You have been in our thoughts. We will never forget you and never stop Loving you no matter what the circumstances are or have been. I know he will be greatly missed. Love Jane, Phillip and Molly
cynthia prowell
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
TO V. BUIE AND THE BODDIE FAMILY. I AM JENNY'S CO-WORKER AND I JUST WANT YOU ALL TO KNOW THAT GOD MAKES NO MISTAKES AND WHEN HE PICK YOUR LOVES FLOWER HE PICKED A SPECIAL AND A BEAUTIFUL ONE. MAY GOD BLESS EACH OF YOU AND I WILL KEEP YOU ALL IN MAY PRAYERS. CYNTHIA PROWELL CO-WORKER (JENNY)
Angelic, Daniel, & Patrick Wilson
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
To all the family: I'm so sorry for your loss. Uncle Billy was a wonderful person. He will be greatly miss by all. Please if you need anything don't hesitate to call. I'm here for you all. May God be with you in your time of need.
Randy & Kim Dugas
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Sharon you and your family our in our prayers.
Edwynne
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Dear Sharon & Family, My heart is with you at this time. Edwynne Kalb
Adren Howard
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Thinking of you at this time of sorrow. May God's loving hands comfort you. Lean on him, and he will.
Barbara Ballard
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Dearest Sharon and the children, I was so sorry to hear about Billy Joe's passing. I know that your hearts are breaking at this time. Put your trust and faith in the Lord and He will be your strength and comfort at this difficult time in your life. Hold on to your precious memories as I know that you have loads of them. Billy Joe was a sweetheart and I know that he loved his family. My heart goes out to all of you and my prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Wish I could be there to give you a big hug. Look to the Lord and He will see you through this difficult time. I send my love and prayers to you at this time. Love and prayers always and a day, Barbara
Danielle (Cowan) McDonald
Monday, April 14, 2008
Kayce, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful Dad. Words cannot explain what you and your family must be going through right now. You know how to reach me if I can do anything for you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sherry Boydston Beam
Monday, April 14, 2008
Sharon and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know these are tough times for all of you. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Jeanie Kelley Goings
Monday, April 14, 2008
sharon ,kaycejo,warren and family so sorry to hear about billy joe it was a shock may god be with u all my thoughts and prayers r with u all take care he will be missed
Nathan Grantham
Monday, April 14, 2008
Rest in Peace, Pop. Sincerely, Jordan & Nathan
Grantham Family
Monday, April 14, 2008
Our deepest sympathy to your family. Warren has always felt like a part of our family and he was always open about his love and respect for his dad. I know that his family meant the world to him. I know it's not only hard for him but all of you. My family sends the most sincere love to each and every one of you. I know he will be missed. Sincerely, Tony, Karen & Hayleigh Grantham
Denise Amos
Monday, April 14, 2008
Mrs. Sharon, Kayce & Warren - I can't even imagine what you all are going through right now! All I can say, is that I am here for you every step of the way! Mr. Billy Joe was a very special man, and you could tell that his family was his heart! You all know that I love each one of you dearly! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim & Morgan Liston
Monday, April 14, 2008
Kayce, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I know that he will be greatly missed! If you need anything let me know, even if its just a shoulder to cry on! We will keep you and your family in our prayers!!
Debbie Shelley
Monday, April 14, 2008
Sharon, Kayce, Warren, I just want to say how sorry i am and that Billie was a very special person to me and Jessica and we will miss him so much. He alway made us laugh. We will miss pulling up in your drive way and him not be there but that is a memory of a very special man that we got to know and love.He alway met us with a hug or smile. Love you Debbie Shelley Jessica Corbitt
Brittany Bradshaw
Monday, April 14, 2008
Warren, Mrs. Sharon & Kayce, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Billy Joe was an awesome person! Anytime I was ever around him, I knew I would be laughing! He always brought a smile to my face. May God be with you in this sad time.
Tim and Gloria Estes
Monday, April 14, 2008
Sharon, Cace, and Warren, We will always remember the wonderful times we had together at the softball fields. Billy Joe ALWAYS had a smile. He seemed devoted to his family!! He will be missed by so many people. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Lona Bryant
Monday, April 14, 2008
Billie Joe will be missed very much, he was a very good person. I work with Mid-Delta Community Services and he had assisted Charles Norman with his work there. I will keep him and family in my prayers.
Brenda Weaver
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Sharon, Kayce and Warren-We were so sorry to hear about Billy Joe. I know it happened so suddenly, but just remember that God is there for you. We will be praying for you this week and in the weeks to come as you are faced with many decisions. It was such a pleasure to know Billy as a friend through the years of our girls playing sports together and I know that he always enjoyed those days just as we did. Our prayers are with you through this difficult time. Rudy and Brenda Weaver
Tommy and Etta Wade
Sunday, April 13, 2008
We are very saddened about the passing of Billy Joe.He was a GREAT man. He always was very nice and would help anyone that needed it. He will be greatly missed. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. We feel very privileged knowing him.
Sue Ann Dunlap Tomayko
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Sharon, You are in my thoughts and prayers. It has been a long time since I last saw you and Billy Joe but good friends are never forgotten. I have a lot of good memories of many years ago and you guys are a wonderful part of them. May God be with you through this difficult time. Sincerly, Sue Ann
Allen & Sharon Cox
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Sharon, So sorry to hear about Billy Joe. We have thought of you two often since leaving Helena. You and the children will stay in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna
Sunday, April 13, 2008
Sharon, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
sue bishop
Sunday, April 13, 2008
just wanted yall to know that pat,harold and i are sorry for your loss--we all love yall--
Amy Michelle Bond
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Kayce, Warren, and Mrs. Sharon: I'm sorry to hear the losse of Mr. Billy Joe. He was a very sweet person. He will be greatly missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this time.
Sherry Strayhorn
Saturday, April 12, 2008
I am so sorry to hear about Mr Billy Joe! He was a GREAT man that always had a hug for me!!! He will truly be missed!!! I am so THANKFUL I had the opportunity to call him my friend!!! Please know that you all will be in my prayers!!!