Jesse Leon Boyd, age 74, of Dardanelle, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at Chambers Memorial Hospital in Danville. He was born September 13, 1952 in Dover, Arkansas, to the late Jesse Jewel Boyd and Emma Cossey-Boyd. Jesse retired from the United States Air Force. He loved his cats, Buffy, Binki, Firecracker, and Tiny. He also loved cars and was an avid Nascar fan. Jesse was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Joan LaQuitta and his son, Kendall Roland.

Survivors include his children, Gayla Ove (Steve Sheick), Jimmy Roland; two sisters, Charlene Lile (Harold), Jean Trimberger (Thomas); special friend, Carol Penner; bonus mother, Mildred Owens, and bonus sister, Kathy Allen.

Arrangements by Cornwell Funeral Home and River Valley Cremations in Dardanelle. Online Guest Book and Condolences at www.cornwellfuneralhomes.com