John Robert Floyd Sr.

1936 - 2013

John Robert Floyd Sr. obituary, 1936-2013, Griffin, GA

BORN

1936

DIED

2013

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John Floyd Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 19, 2013.

Mr. John Robert Floyd, Sr., age 76 of Griffin, passed away Tuesday, February 19, 2013.

Mr. Floyd was born November 2, 1936 son of the late Wilson Edison Floyd and the late Lois Wynelle Harrison Floyd. He was a member of Rock Springs Church and a veteran of the U.S. Air Force. He retired from Delta after 29 years and Kroger after 10 years.

Survivors include his wife, Jane Floyd of Griffin; sons & daughters-in-law, John Robert, Jr. & Diane Floyd of Griffin, Jeffery Wayne & Judy Floyd of McDonough; daughter & son-in-law, Nancy Gail & Mike Gillihan of Griffin; brother & sister-in-law, David Harrison & Betty Floyd of Marietta; 6 grandchildren; 4 step-grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; 7 step-great-grandchildren as well as a special niece, Lisa Djapic & husband, Goran.

Funeral services for Mr. John Robert Floyd, Sr. will be held Thursday, February 21, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Haisten McCullough Funeral Home. Cameron Shiflett will officiate. Interment will follow in Westwood Gardens. Friends may visit the family on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 from 6 – 8 p.m. at the funeral home.

The Haisten McCullough Funeral Home, 1155 Everee Inn Rd. is in charge of arrangements.

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February 22, 2013

Martile Wtight

We were are sorry for your loss. We didn't hear about his death until yesterday. He was a great neighbor. He was so friendly.
Our condolences,

Martile Wright &
Ellen Wright McMichael

February 21, 2013

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Such a sweet and kind man will be missed on this earth. May God comfort your family until you are with him again in heaven. He is in the best hands possible. We are just down the street from you at 670 so if there's anything we can do, please let us know.
Darrell and Carmen Flanigan

February 20, 2013

Bart Leary

Dear Floyd Family, I had the honor of knowing John as a customer and a friend over the past 14 years. He always brightened our day when he visited the tire store and he will be missed. John was as fine a gentleman as you would ever want to meet.

February 20, 2013

Jerry & Betty Kimbrel

Dear Jeff, Bobby, and Nancy, I was so sorry to read in the paper this morning about your dad. I know you will miss him so much. He was always so friendly and smiling every time I saw him. Please know that we are praying for you all, your mom and all the family during the tough days ahead.

February 20, 2013

To Nancy & MIke and family of Mr. FLoyd: I am so sorry to hear of your loss, please accept my deepest condelences and hope you know that many are thinking and praying for you and yours. Always remember he has passed on to a better place, and his legacy will live through you.

Judi & Ralph Angulo

February 19, 2013

Sharon Wilkerson

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Mr. John. He was a great guy and good worker and a dear friend to me. We had a lot of good talks. I miss him so much. My prayers are with his family as they go through this. ( we worked together at kroger)

February 19, 2013

Kim Hopkins

Bobby, Diane and Family, I am sorry for your loss. Mike and I are thinking of you all during this time. "Let the peace of God rule in your hearts." Colossians 3:15

February 19, 2013

Rene Swanson

We are so sorry to hear of your dear father's death. His law enforcement legacy lives on with his sons. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal."

February 19, 2013

Kristi Garrett

Dear Bobby, Diane, and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you are heartbroken. Be Thankful for the time you were given here on earth and know that one day by living in God's light we will all be with our loved ones again!!
Love,
KrIsti & Jim Garrett

February 19, 2013

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Funeral services provided by:

Haisten McCullough Funeral Home and Westwood Gardens and Mausoleum

1155 Everee Inn Road, Griffin, GA 30224

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