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Obituary For Johnie Floyd
Johnie Floyd, 71, of Opelika, AL passed Thursday, December 23, 2021 in Grapevine, TX.
Funeral service will be held 12 noon EST Wednesday, January 5, 2022 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home. Interment to follow in Lakeview Memory Gardens Phenix City, AL. Visitation is Tuesday, January 4, 2022 from 2-5 p.m. EST.
Johnie Floyd was born August 21, 1950, to the late Annie Pearl Porch and Lucius Floyd, Sr, in Opelika, AL. As a young man, he was a popular student, star basketball player and 1968 graduate of South Girard HS, in Phenix City, AL. It was at South Girard where he would meet the love of his life, Cynthia Wiggins (Floyd), and they later would become husband and wife on December 10, 1971. After finishing HS, Johnie was awarded a basketball scholarship to Miles College in Birmingham, AL; however, he was drafted into the United States Air Force, where he would serve his country proudly during the Vietnam War! After his years of service to the Air Force were fulfilled, Johnie would return to Phenix City to be with his wife, and begin his next chapter of his life as a student at Auburn University. During his time at Auburn he proudly pledged as a member of Omega Psi Phi, Fraternity, Sigma Delta Chapter 1979, where he was the Ace of his line and earned the name, War Dog!.
On July 2, 1983, Johnie and Cynthia welcomed their one and only child, Terrence.
Johnie was a proud member of Fourth Street Missionary Baptist Church in Columbus, GA, where his family was guided by the late great, J. H. Flakes, Sr. He served on the layman committee at Fourth Street and he was also involved in his community as a Little league assistant baseball and football coach; along with being a head coach of St Patrickβs School basketball team, and other youth teams at the DA Turner YMCA!
Johnie is preceded in death by his parents Annie Pearl Porch and Lucius Floyd, Sr. his BELOVED brother, Lucius Floyd, Jr, wife, Cynthia W Floyd and cousin, James Wiggins.
He leaves behind some of the brightest minds from our tri-city area; son, Terrence Floyd; cousin, Voncile Kaplen. nieces, Nancy and LaQuita Floyd, Judy Dabney, Kanise Wiggins, Teisah Epps, Brittney Purnell and nephews, TaRondrick Floyd, Charles Crowell, Marquis and Joshua Purnell, Vincent Wiggins, Sr, Vincent Wiggins, Jr, Christopher Farley and Bertha Floyd, as well as COUNTLESS friends, relatives and associates.
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Our deepest condolences to each member of the Floyd Family. May each tear that falls be a gentle reminder that you and your loved one meant so much to each other and that no loss or sorrow, time or distance can ever take that away. Wishing you strength for today and comfort in the days ahead.
Margolyn Davis & Family Friend of Nancy Floyd
Terrence: The peace of God is your peace forever. Lil Brother was a great friend. Toot and Lil Bro were like big brothers to me growing up in Frederick Douglass, they are part of my childhood memories that I don't want to forget. To the entire family, may fond memories of Lil Brother bring you comfort during this hard time in your life. Nancy and Judy I love you ladies. Love to All....Pam Williams Solomon
My sincerest condolences to the Floyd family. May God's love, peace and comfort abound. -Lori G.
My deepest sympathy goes out to the Floyd family and friends, I was a classmate of Johnny Floyd and being a former classmate at South Girard high class of "68" I feel hurt also. Our journey may end buy our memories will last. May God bless the Floyd family. "Lewis Lackey " Bug Lackey
My Deepest Condolences to the Floyd Family. May your Many Wonderful, Cherished and Loving Memories Comfort and Sustain you. I have many fond/joyous Memories of Johnie & his Loving Wife, Cynthia. May you rest in Heavenly Peace! Dorothy White-Burrell
My condolences to the Floyd Family. May God give you peace and understanding during this difficult season of your life. Lois Jakes Miles Classmate and dear friend, SGHS Class of 1968
Rest easy Lil Brother πππ... You were just at my house playing cards a few months ago. You left a bit early to catch the Alabama football π game. We appreciated your skill and humor. You are now reunited with family.
To the Floyd family, we send our sincere condolences π and Love. Praying for understanding and peace.
Love Angel Wiggins & Arnetha Wiggins
To the family of Mr floyd, I'm from lowndes county al, it was an honor to know him, we talked about fishing,and i brought him fish every chance I had, he always had encouraging words and brought laughter to all around, and he was loved buy many rest well my friend
My condolences to the Floyd and Wiggins family. Rubbie Stewart
To the Family of Mr. Floyd, I wish my deepest condolences ππ½ππ½. Mr Floyd, was a good friend of mines. Just learned of his passing as of today. Many other of his friend at the Dog Track, send their condolences as well! Fly High my Brother until we meet again!!! ππ½ππ½ Greg
Mr deepest condolences to the Floyd and Wiggins Family! Calvin and Eulys Jackson
My deepest condolences to each and every member of the Floyd family. Papa Floyd will be missed and forever be in my heart. Love you - Marquitta Floyd and the Henry family.
Psalms 63:8 -I cling to you, your right hand upholds me.
Our Deepest Condolences To Our Floyd Family. Lil Brother will definitely be missed, but our fond Family Memories will last a lifetime. I'll miss that warm Smile & the many Conversations we had.. Rest On Cousin... ππ’π Lizzie Todd & Voncile Kalpen
We expresses our deepest sympathy for my dear cousin "Little Brother" Rev. Henry & Lorene Stallings.
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