Robert Gilmer Lloyd, 62, of Louisa, VA, formerly of Bedford, VA passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at his residence with his family at his side. His last day he lived to the fullest – receiving visits and kisses from his family and close friends, hearing his grandson hitting his first grand slam, watching the start of Masters coverage, and enjoying his final UVA baseball game. He waited until his family told him goodnight one by one and then he went peacefully watching his favorite team. He was born on September 22, 1959, a son of the late Carl E. Lloyd and Nancy Hopkins Lloyd. In addition to his parents, Bob was preceded in death by his brothers, William E. (Bill) Lloyd, Charles (Chuck) Lloyd; and sister, Vicki Lynn Chandler. Bob proudly served his country in the United States Navy. He went on to work at Virginia Power, North Anna Power Station for 30 years. He left for two years to attend seminary then went on to post as a bi-vocational minister at Berea Baptist Church for seven years and Servants of Christ Baptist for another seven years, even while working at Virginia Power. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed his many friends at the golf course. Most of all, he loved his family deeply. Bob is survived by his wife of 40 years, Pamela Miller Lloyd; sons, Steven Blankenship (Melissa), Jordon Lloyd (Lydia), daughter, Melissa Lloyd; grandchildren, Natalie, Timmy, and Valerie Blankenship; sisters, Carolyn Overstreet (Mike), and Nancy Lloyd; brother, and John Lloyd (Patty); numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews; and his two loving companions, Bogie and Birdie. A Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, April 9, 2022, at Mineral Baptist Church with Rev. Tom Everett officiating. Bob will then be taken back to Bedford, Virginia for a Graveside service and burial at Greenwood Cemetery at 2:00 p.m., on Sunday, April 10, 2022, with Rev. Dawn Compton officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be donated to UVA Cancer Center. Arrangements by Burch-Messier Funeral Home, Bedford, 540-586-7360.
