Deacon George W. Loyd, Sr., age 96, of Avon Park, FL, died Monday, October 21, 2024, at Advent Heath Hospital, Sebring, FL. He was a member of the St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Avon Park Fl where he served faithfully as a deacon.

He is survived by his children: Linda (Roy) English, Sharon (Michael)Louis, George Loyd, Jr, Lisa (Robert) Brown and Eddie (Bobbie) Loyd all of Avon Park, FL; one sister: Maggie Cook, Avon Park FL; 10 grandchildren, 9 great grandchild, one great great grandchild and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Arrangements are being handled by Gause Funeral Home, 625 S. Holland Parkway, Bartow, FL. Visitation will take place on Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM, at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church, Avon Park Fl.  Funeral service will follow at 11:00 AM Saturday, November 2, 2024, at St. Mark Missionary Baptist Chruch.

Interment: Lakeside Historical Cemetery