He is survived by his dad Albert Boyd and bonus mom, Denise, of Rover; mother, Holly Gossett of Beebe; brother, Isaiah Boyd, of Rover, AR; grandparents, Rebecca Boyd and Billy Boyd, Sr. of Monticello, grandmother, Joy Hennieke of Beebe; grandparents, Rocky and Stephanie of Greenbrier, AR; uncles, Billy Boyd, Jr. of Duluth, MN, David Derryberry of Tillar, AR; aunts, Siri Boyd of Duluth, MN, Debbie Derryberry of Tillar, AR, and Betty Carol of Crossett, AR; cousins, Dean Derryberry, of Tillar and Kayla Miller, of Everton, AR.
Funeral services will be Saturday, April 1, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel in Monticello, AR. Burial will follow in Tillar Cemetery, in Tillar, AR. Visitation will be Friday, March 31, 2023, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel.
Condolences(14)
Gail L Shelby
Wilmar, AR Saturday, April 1, 2023 Albert, Becky & Randy, I'm so sorry to learn of this. He sure favored his Dad. May the peace of God encompass around about each of you every day and give you comfort through the darkest hour.Tonji Harris (GM of Quality Inn & Suites)
Monticello, AR Saturday, April 1, 2023 I'm so Sorry for your loss. May God continue to hold you and your family in his arms.Cashe James
Ola, AR Friday, March 31, 2023 He had a very sweet personality and very kind to others, He also help people when they was down on their worse days."Kindness is giving hope to those who think they are all alone in this world."
Karon Beavers
Monticello, AR Friday, March 31, 2023 So very sorry for your loss! May the Lord wrap his loving arms around you and give you a “Peace” that passes all understanding.Valerie Thompson
Monticello, AR Friday, March 31, 2023 I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.Valerie Thompson
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ola, AR Thursday, March 30, 2023 we loved him he was like a brother to us we are praying for you and we are sorry for your lost love your freinds from schoolJoy L Henneinke
Beebe, AR Thursday, March 30, 2023 Elijah my BEST friend. You have left us and only GOD knows why.I'm still trying to spin that basketball on my finger like you do.
I've been practicing every nite.
Missing you so very much as well as your Mom.
Say hello to my family up there. You've never met them. Will see you soon.
Judy Smith
Jacksonville, AR Thursday, March 30, 2023 Randy & Becky, I didn't get to know your boys or your grandkids, but I know they must be wonderful people. Wish I could have known Elijah and I know I will meet him in Heaven. Praying for the peace and comfort that only God can give. - Love you!Bonita Frazee
Casa, AR Thursday, March 30, 2023 I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for your healing.AnnaMarie Sullivan
Beebe, AR Thursday, March 30, 2023 I have so many memories of Elijah playing outside with all the neighborhood kiddos - riding bikes, playing basketball, and being ALL boy. My heart has been broken since I learned of his tragic passing. His family, especially his parents and his grandmother Joy, will remain in my thoughts and prayers during the difficult days ahead. May the Lord comfort those who loved and cherished Elijah.Alexis Cothren
Casa, AR Tuesday, March 28, 2023 Elijah was a very smart and sweet boy. He loved making people laugh and he cared for his friends and his family. He was a great boy to have around the school and I'm sad that I didn't get to know him even better. I'm very sorry for your loss.Drake
Rover, AR Tuesday, March 28, 2023 Hey, Elijah you weren't just making people happy in school but now aware as well.Dean Derryberry
TILLAR, AR Monday, March 27, 2023 Going to miss you Elijah sending prayers to yallHollie Wardlaw
Hermitage, AR Monday, March 27, 2023 My heart is truly breaking for this entire family. You all have always had such a special place in my heart. I am so very sorry for your loss and I will continue to lift you up in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all.