Joseph Randal Boykin
, Kentucky
Joseph Randal Boykin, known to family and friends as Randy, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026, at his residence in Rochester, Kentucky, at the age of 85.Randy was born on February 19, 1941, in Kenly, North Carolina, and lived a life marked by devotion, hard work, and a deep love for those around him. Randy was a United States Army veteran, and he carried the values of service, discipline, and perseverance with him throughout his life. He was a man who could be counted on. He was preceded in death by his parents, Marvin L. and Mary Almars Horne Boykin; two siblings, Tom and Tennie Boykin; and his son-in-law, Eddie Shephard.Randy is survived by his wife of 47 years, Beverly Peay Boykin of Rochester, Kentucky, whom he married on February 6, 1979. Together they built a life centered on love, family, and devotion. He is also survived by his…