Jesse B. Woodard, Sr., age 72, of Benton passed away Friday, October 21, 2011. Funeral services will be held Monday, October 24, 2011, 11:00 am at Boone Funeral Home, Bossier City, LA. Brother Don Crook will officiate. Visitation will be from 2pm to 4pm Sunday, October 23, 2011 at the funeral home. He was preceded in death by his wife, Gloria after 52 years of marriage and grandson, Michael. He is survived by his children: Jesse Jr., Tommy and wife Tammy, and Melissa; grandchildren: Tanya, BJ and Chloe; and 5 great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers please donate to The Salvation Army, Northwest LA Food Bank, or any charity.