Mr. Joel Bernard Boyd the son of Reverend Dr. Frank Boyd Sr. and the Late Madie Lee Williams Boyd was born on October 27, 1955, in Jacksonville, Fl.
Bernie moved to Queens, New York during his former years where he attended John Adams High School; Bernie served his country in the U.S. Army and later in life, relocated to Tampa, Florida. He became a member of Harvest Time Ministries International and served well within the church and community.

Bernie pursued a career and acquired a business inPainting & Construction for more than 30 years in the Tampa Bay Area and was respected and loved by all who appreciated his hard work and services.

On Monday, January 15, 2024, Joel Bernard Boyd, 68, resident of Palatka, Florida transitioned at Haven Hospice Care in Palatka.

He was preceded in death by his Brother, Marcus W. Boyd; Sister, Debra Boyd Jones; Wife of many years,Phyllis Boyd (mother of children), and Sheryl R. Boyd.

He is survived by his children: Jakeem H. Boyd, Sr., Jakyra Boyd and Sheryl R. Boyd; Grandchildren: Antoneshia D. Jamison, Deairia D. Fields, Alesha S. Igles, Alfonso K. Igles, and Jakeem H. Boyd Jr.;Brothers, Frank J. (Shirley) of Queens, NY; Michael(Retha) of Orlando, FL.; Timothy (Deborah) of Salisbury, MD; David (Deborah) Dade City, Fl.; Royan (Shirley) of Woodbridge VA; Jerome Luther Boyd of Arlington VA, Willie Frank Chatmon of Lakeland, FL. and Jairus (Asonte) Boyd of Ft. Myers, FL., and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and relatives and friends.