James Emmet Boyd Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Emmet Boyd in Eureka, California, born in Hope, Arkansas, whose life came to an end on April 9, 2026 at the age of 83, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Emmet Boyd to show support.
He was predeceased by: his former wife Linda Claire Durant (Ripley); his parents, Volmer Boyd and Geneva Boyd; his wife Ivey Bryant-Boyd; his brothers, Dean Boyd, Wayne Boyd and Perry Boyd; his granddaughter Hannah Boyd; and his great grandchild Maximus Buck.
He is survived by: his children, Sherri Olson and James K. Boyd; his grandchildren, Amanda Christensen, Amelia Buck, Erica Gillam and Jocelyn Boyd; and his great grandchildren, Joshua Lamberson-Adams, Devany Christensen, Alexis Buck, Adelynn Christensen, Joanna Buck and Sterling Gillam.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 17th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Ocean View Cemetery (3975 Broadway St, Eureka, CA 95503).
