James E. Lloyd Jr., age 41, formerly of Sherman Ct., New Haven, departed this life March 7, 2008.
Born August 9, 1966, in New Haven, CT, he was the beloved son of James Lloyd Sr. and Vanetta Lloyd both of New Haven. He was fondly known by his loved ones and friends as “Junior”.
James was a graduate of James Hillhouse High School in New Haven and furthered his education at the University of Bridgeport.
He was formerly employed by the City of New Haven Board of Education Child Development Program. James had a great love for children and he dedicated his life to being an advocate for children.
In addition to his parents, he leaves to cherish his memory his son, Erik Shurman Lloyd; a stepsister Cherisa Lloyd ; 3 nephews Jaylon, Terrence and Leroy; a niece Janaijah; a god sister, Crystal Beard-Morton (Timothy); a god brother, Billy Madden, Jr.(Marguerite) all of New Haven; a spiritual sister, Stacie Byrdsong (Elder Dr. Rafer Byrdsong)of Bloomfield, CT; his loving grandmother, Mrs. Evelyn Lloyd of Robersonville, NC; his spiritual grandmothers, Reverend Dollie Clemons and Mother Gloria Fraser both of New Haven; a special friend, Andrea Harris and her daughter Danielle Jackson of New Haven. He also leaves many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. He will be greatly missed.
He was predeceased by his grandparents, William and Rubinell Slade; Major Lloyd Sr. and an adopted grandmother Theresa L. Kimbro.
A celebration of James's life will be held Friday, March 14, 2008, at 11:00 AM at Trinity Temple Church, 285 Dixwell Ave., New Haven. Friends may call at the church from 10:00-11:00 AM. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Erik S. Lloyd Scholarship Fund, c/o Wachovia Bank, 47 Church Street, New Haven, CT 06510.
