of Benton, AR
January 27, 1926 - July 12, 2021
James E. Boyd, Sr. passed away Monday morning at his home in Benton, AR after a short illness. He was 95. Jimmy was born in Attala, AL on January 27, 1926 to James M. and Bessie Copeland Boyd and spent most of his life in West Helena, AR. He served in the Army in World War II. Jimmy moved to West Helena in 1950 and opened Citizens Funeral Home with three other partners, eventually selling the business in 1988. He served on the Board of Merchants and Farmers Bank, the Helena-West Helena Airport Commission and the West Helena Housing Authority. Jimmy was also a member of the West Helena Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. Other than family, his greatest passion was flying.
Jimmy is survived by his wife Lucy Boyd of Benton, one son James E. Boyd, Jr. and his wife Teresa of Hot Springs Village, AR and one daughter Deborah Sharp and her husband Rusty of Benton. He is also survived by five grandchildren: Blair Beavers and her husband Jared, Evin Boyd, James E. Boyd, III and his wife Selby, Gina Sharp, and Peyton Sharp and his wife Bailey, along his three great-grandchildren: Brooks Boyd, Emerson Beavers, and Bennett Beavers.
Funeral services will be Wednesday morning at 11:00 in the chapel of Roller Citizens Funeral Home in West Helena with visitation beginning at 10:00. Interment will be in Sunset Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be sent to the West Helena Baptist Church or the charity of your choice.
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38 Condolence(s)
Jim Collins
Thursday, July 29, 2021
Miss Lucy, Jimbo and Debbie. I cannot express how much Jimmy meant to me. He always treated me with kindness and respect as he did everyone. He mentored me for the short time I was privileged to work for him and I use many lessons I learned from him to this day! I know you all have a void in your life that can never be filled but we will meet again, he has only gone on to get things set up. I also believe if there are any El Camino's or airplanes in heaven he has one. Love and condolences to you all as you will be in my prayers.
Sue Colinger
Sunday, July 18, 2021
Mr. Jimmy was a gentle man with a huge personality and a zest for life. He dearly loved his family. I had the honor of working with him for about five years and am blessed to have the best memories of him and Jimbo. My sincere sympathy and prayers for his family.
Diane Karr and Aileen Chism Brown
Friday, July 16, 2021
Peace be with your family at this sad time.
Warren McGrew
Friday, July 16, 2021
I am so sorry to hear about Mr Boyd’s passing. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Warren McGrew
Richard Bloesch
Thursday, July 15, 2021
I was sorry to hear Mr. Jimmy had passed. It was an honor to know him and worship with him for so many years at West Helena Baptist Church. He was a kind man and community leader. I know he will be missed. Matthew 25:21
Daphne Burt
Thursday, July 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Mr Jimmy was such a kind man. Your family will be in my prayers.
Leo Glassco
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Sorry to hear about Mr. Jim. He was a very good friend, My thoughts and prayers for the family. Love to all of you.
Wesley and Margaret Bryan
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Mr Jimmy will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with family and friends.
Tony & Sissy Palmer
Wednesday, July 14, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Mr Boyd’s passing- he was such a kind hearted man and will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him- our thoughts & prayers go out to you all - Mrs Lucy we are praying for you â¤ï¸
Cindy Johnson
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
There are no words to express how sad I am for you all. Jim was such a special man. He was my boss for years but more importantly, he was my friend. He, and Lucy, treated me as their own. He never met a stranger and treated everyone with kindness and respect. I know so many good things he did for people without ever blinking an eye or wanting recognition. He was genuine, funny and loved his family above all else. This world lost a good man and heaven gained one. I love you guys and will be praying for you.
Cindy
Chuck & Suzy Fehlig
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
So sorry to hear of Mr. Boyd's passing. What a wonderful man he was and what a wonderful life he had. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Boyd family.
Cliff and Pat McKinney
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Pat and I are so sorry to hear of Jimmy’s passing. We enjoyed visiting with him and Lucy at Hurricane Lake Baptist Church and I most enjoyed his visits at the neighborhood Clubhouse. He was a remarkable man. It is such a comfort to know that he is in his Heavenly home and we’ll meet with him again.
BARBARA RIDDELL
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
JIMMY ALWAYS MADE YOU FEEL WECOME AND IMPORTANT. SO NICE TO TALK TO HIM AT THE BANK AND SEEING HIM AT THE AIRPORT. GREAT MEMORIES. GOD BLESS YOU LUCY, DEBBIE AND JIMBO, AND YOUR FAMILIES.
BARBARA RIDDELL
NUMBERS 6:24-26
Gloria Jo Beith Holloway
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Lucy, I am sorry to hear that Jimmy passed away. Your family has meant so much to Helena and all the surrounding areas as you all ministered to the families going thru what you all are now going thru. The Beith family will be praying for ya'll.
Richard & Mary Kay Rohrscheib
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Always loved Mr. Boyd. He was a very kind and sweet person. May our Lord grant each of you comfort and peace. Please know my prayers and love are with you.
Mary Kay & Richard
Debbie Palmer
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Sending love and prayers to this great family. Mr Jimmy had a heart of gold that he shared with all around him. God Bless you all. ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»â¤ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ»
Lynette Burt Murphy
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
I am so sorry to see the loss of Mr. Jimmy. What a dear man with a precious family. You are each in my thoughts and prayers.
Suzanne Brown White
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
I am so very sorry to read this today. My Mother thought the world of him, as did many including myself. God Bless you all.
Dianne Owens Fowler
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Mr Boyd was such a kind man. I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for you all to feel God’s peace and comfort during this time.
Philly Herlein Rains
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Sending prayers for strength and peace to the Boyd families. He was a pillar of our community, and a fine man.
Martha D. Manley
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
To the family: I was so saddened to learn of Jimmy’s passing. May time passing and your memories keep him ever so close. I first met him at Woods & Boyd’s BarBQ. (Cypress Corner) I thought the world of Mr&Mrs Woods.
Jesse Edwin Porter
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
So sorry to read of his passing. Prayers for peace and comfort. Mr. Boyd has always been a good leader and friend to all. He no longer will suffer and there are thousands of memories to share and enjoy.
Rusty Porter
Vicky &CurtisCrisp
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Mrs. Lucy, Debbie, Jimbo and family, we are so sorry to hear about Mr. Jimmy. He, like the rest of your family, was such a wonderful person. I have so many memories growing up, spending time with your family. Y’all have always been such a blessing to all knew you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you allâ¤ï¸
Julia Mays
Monday, July 12, 2021
My prayers are with you.
Ken Yancey
Monday, July 12, 2021
I was so sorry to hear about Jimmy’s passing. My Dad’s grocery store was across the street from the funeral home, seems like I had known Jimmy all my life. He was a great man and will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you..
Sheila Aaron
Monday, July 12, 2021
I am saddened to hear of Jimmy’s death. He & Lucy we’re great friends of my family. He was a sweet man & a consoler to many families Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy & prayers. Love to Lucy & family. Sheila Lawrence Aaron
Pat & Pete Hardy
Monday, July 12, 2021
Jimmy was always the nicest man no matter where you saw him. Helpfui in so many ways
our hearts reach out to Lucy and Family. May God wrap his arms around each one with
Love.
Bob and Ann Lee
Monday, July 12, 2021
Lucy, Jimbo, and Debbie,
We are saddened by Jimmy’s passing. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bob and Ann Lee
Kay Clark Calderone
Monday, July 12, 2021
Dear Lucy and family,
I was so saddened to read about Jimmy’s passing. I have so many great memories of our times at church and when he and Doug would stop by our office in Elaine.
I’m lifting you up in my prayers.
God Bless you during this time,
Kay Clark Calderone
Connie Freeman Kreisle
Monday, July 12, 2021
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Boyd’s passing. Prayers for the entire Boyd Family.
Linda and Bill Roberson
Monday, July 12, 2021
We are thinking of all of you at this sad time. Bill and I are sending heart filled prayers your way! Bill and Linda Roberson
jim mayer
Monday, July 12, 2021
We are so sad at the loss of Jimmy. He was a great family man, community leader and a great businessman and so special as a funeral home owner. He will be missed by all. You are in our thoughts and prayers Jim & Diane Mayer
Brent and JoAlice Harris
Monday, July 12, 2021
We are so sorry. Your family will be in our prayers. He will be greatly missed.
David & BJ Gregory
Monday, July 12, 2021
Jimbo, Debbie and Families,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. We will keep you and your families in our prayers today and in the days ahead. May God Bless You All.
Janie scaife
Monday, July 12, 2021
So sorry for your loss. He was a very nice man.
Scott Copeland
Monday, July 12, 2021
Debbie and family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your father. Know that we love you and if there's anything I can do, please let me know--and that's not a cliché!!!
Scott
June White
Monday, July 12, 2021
I was shocked and saddened to read of Jimmy’s death. I pray that GOD will keep his arms around you all.
June White
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Monday, July 12, 2021
We are so sorry to hear about Jimmy! He was a sweet man, and a friend to our family for so many years. He will be missed by everyone that was blessed to have him in their life. Our prayers are with Lucy and Family! Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib