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2021
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Becky Henderson Whaley
March 9, 2022
I just found out today Joe passed. He molded and shaped my career path as a young teenager who started working with him at 17 years old in the good old child support enforcement world! I will never forget summoning someone to court instead of subpoenaing them! He started to chew me out, looked at me and said it's not your fault, it's mine. A great man and mentor. To the family I pray for peace and comfort!
Debbie Kirkland
January 15, 2021
I appreciate Joe so much. During my career as a Real estate agent and Broker, he gave me guidance, support and always had a way of knowing if I was troubled or needed a few minutes of his time. He was one of the first people I met at my first Tallahassee Board of Realtors meeting. I won't forget his kind eyes and welcoming grab around the shoulder. When I was President and wanted to use his downtown condo for my officer's dinner, he graciously obliged and won my mom's heart by complimenting her on her food and cooking skills - and his pride in her daughter! Joe gave us sound, solid advice and counsel and TBR was part of his heart as were its members. His was watchful and his jokes were always timely and lightened the mood and our minds. We will miss his presence and always honor his memory. Blessings to his family for sharing him with us all and so many more.
Brenda Mitchell
January 15, 2021
I met Mr. Boyd once at his sons home in Tallahassee. He was a very nice man and seems to enjoy life. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Brenda and Wayne Mitchell
Joanne Barnett
January 15, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful man. We will love you and miss you always.
Kelly Overstreet Johnson
January 14, 2021
There are no good words to capture the essence of Joe Boyd. He was an overall great guy; a great lawyer and colleague; a great friend. Joe will be sorely missed by all who knew him. My condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. RIP my friend.
Karen (Manning) Clark
January 13, 2021
When you scroll through the collage of people in your life, most of us only have a few friends that are truly in our corner. People who believe in you no matter what, who lift you up when you need it or simply lend you a shoulder to weather the storm. Joe was always one of those friends. The kind of friend you could call at 4 in the morning from 5 hours away and know that they would do everything in their power to come bail you out of whatever predicament you were in.
In the 35 years I have known Joe I was proud to work with him on so many projects that benefited the people of Florida – from the St. Marks Historic Bike Trail to the South Florida Tri-County Rail to the Florida Forever land conservation program. I still have the “Unlicensed Practice of Law” certificate that he awarded me on our first project together and I will cherish it along with his memory.
Joe never feared to fight for what he thought was right – for his family, his friends, and his clients – and his brilliance and dedication will be forever missed.
Kim Koutnik
January 13, 2021
He was a great human being, no one like him, humble, accepting, kind, fun to be around, and smarter and more perceptive than anyone else in the room yet didn't let you know it. He will truly be missed, one of a kind, a chosen being!!!
Bob and Margo Goldman
January 11, 2021
We have been blessed to have known Joe and the rest of the Boyd clan for so many years. Joe was always funny , always kind, and straightforward. We look forward to a time when we can meet in person and share in a tribute to Joe. We especially send our love to Sue, who was his love and best friend for more than 40 years. Jim, Jeannie, and Jane have lost a dear brother; but will have a trove of good stories to carry them forward. We also want Joe’s sons and grandchildren to know that we share their sorrow. Our prayers are with the family members who now are left to treasure the memory of a man who was larger than life. His impact will be everlasting.
Victoria Bramblett
January 11, 2021
Joe was such a sweet and warm soul. He was loved by so many people and will be missed by everyone. We send our condolences to the Boyd family.
Much love and prayer,
Donnie, Victoria and Kourtney Bramblett
Sandee Coulter
January 10, 2021
Such a shock to read and such a sadness for so many people. I’m so thankful I was able to know Joe for so many years and I was blessed to watch his love story with Sue ❤ who he totally adored.
Dewey Riou
January 10, 2021
I met Joe 25 years ago, when he became my attorney. From our first meeting he felt like a friend. What he did for my family changed all of our lives for the better.
My prayers and thoughts are with Sue and the Boyd family. If it's any comfort, just know that ours are only a few of the lives Joe touched in a meaningful way.
Gail McDonald
January 10, 2021
Joe’s vibrant smile and personality would light up the room. I cannot believe the light is gone. Joe will be remembered in the many lives he touched along the way. Thank you for being my friend...I will never forget you. Sue, you know how much I love you. Please....please allow me to help you and your family in any way I can.
Karen Cone
January 10, 2021
Joe was a dear friend to me for over 30 years. He was a kind, patient gentleman with the utmost respect and knowledge of the law. He greatly valued his family, clients and friends. Joe came from an ethical and respectable family. As I grew up, I was always welcome and treated well by the entire Boyd family. I know where Joe's spirit has gone, and I truly hope to see him again someday. Rest easy, my dear friend.
Jane Boyd Ohlin
January 9, 2021
I feel so blessed to have had Joe as a brother. His witty sense of humor always brought smiles to everyone who knew him. Joe was always the one who energized the room and made everyone feel glad to be in his presence. He cared very much for his wife, family and friends. Joe also was very intelligent and known for problem solving. He was a lawyer’s lawyer and a true professional. He had such a passion for the law that he had no intention of retiring. He enjoyed the practice of law as if it were his hobby. Joe will be missed in so many ways. I am thankful for the many vacations our siblings took together over the years and highly recommend others consider starting the tradition in their own families.
Thank you everyone for your thoughtful and kind comments.
Shannon Novey
January 9, 2021
Joe was a colleague, a worthy opposing counsel, and a good friend. I will miss him greatly. Sending our love to Sue, Rob, JD, Sandra, and the whole B&D crowd. May his memory be for a blessing. Shannon Novey and Joe Williams
Bert Hartsfield
January 9, 2021
What a loss to tallahassee, both he and his father brought integrity and class to the justice
System
Will be missed !!
Thoughts and prayers go out to his family
Mike and Julie DUNN
January 8, 2021
Our deep and heartfelt condolences to the family and his staff. Joe was more than my attorney over the last couple years, I considered him a friend. May God wrap you in his arms of comfort in these days. As you deal with the loss of a very special man. Mike and Julie Dunn
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