Robert Gerald (Bobby) Floyd, Sr., of Newborn, passed away Sept. 4, 2017, at 76 years of age. Among Mr. Floyd’s favorite pastimes were square dancing, listening to Cajun music, working in his yard on his little John Deere and traveling. A member of CrossRoads Baptist Church, Mr. Floyd enjoyed spending time with his friends - but most of all he loved his family and cherished the time he spent with them supporting their various activities. He was preceded in death by his parents, John Edward and Martille (Thomas) Floyd.
Survivors include his wife, Kay Floyd, of Newborn; sons and daughters-in-law, Robbie and Marcy Floyd, of Marietta, Greg and Susan Floyd, of Lilburn, Lane and Erin Floyd, of Canton; grandchildren, Alyssa Floyd, Ansley Floyd, Harrison Floyd, MaryRuth Davis, Sandra Faye Davis, Kensington Floyd, Jesse Wade; great-grandchildren, Logan Wade, Isla Wade; sister, Pat Floyd of Norcross; nieces, Merilee Templeton, Jill Kinsella; great nieces and great nephews, John Henry Templeton, Alex Kinsella, Lindsey Kinsella, Sharon Kinsella; daughters-in-law, Lisa Wheeler, Sarah Wade; brother-in-law, Jack Harrison and wife, Doreen, of Byron.
A Memorial Service for Mr. Floyd will be held Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017, 3 p.m., at Caldwell & Cowan Funeral Home, 1215 Access Road, in Covington, with Pastor Brandon Stanley and Pastor Dudley Hawkins officiating. Friends may visit with the family at the funeral home one hour prior to the service, from 2 - 3 p.m.
