Jimmy Raye Boyles

Jimmy Raye Boyles, 65, of Greenup, Kentucky passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Community Hospice Care Center in Ashland, Kentucky. Jimmy was born February 24, 1961, in Greenup, Kentucky the beloved son of the late Glenn William and Dorothy “Dottie” Jean Hannah Boyles. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother-in-law Terry Huffman.

Jimmy enjoyed a carefree life and loved spending time with family and friends. He had a quick wit and loved to make people laugh. Music was his passion. Bob Segar and CCR were some of his favorites and Against the Wind was his favorite song.

He is survived by one sister Peggy Huffman of Greenup, Kentucky; two nieces Kimberly Rothenstine and Leigh Ann Huffman both of Greenup, Kentucky; a host of great and great-great nieces and nephews; dear friends Kenny Belford, Dexter Via, and David Neace.

“I woke last night to the sound of thunder

"How far off?" I sat and wondered

Started humming a song from 1962

Ain't it funny how the night moves?

When you just don't seem to have as much to lose

Strange how the night moves

With autumn closing in” – Bob Segar

Per Jimmy’s request the family will have a private ceremony. Burial will be in Warnock Cemetery. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at Community Hospice Care Center. Reed Funeral Home in Greenup, Kentucky is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be made at www.rlrfuneralhome.com.