Edna Marie Banks Lloyd

Obituary For Edna Marie Banks Lloyd

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Mrs. Edna Marie Banks Lloyd was born to Elma Coleman Banks and Tommie Banks

on May 24, 1947. She was united in holy matrimony to Mr. Ralph Lloyd, and this

union was blessed with three children.

A Legacy of Excellence and Service

Marie was educated in the Jackson Public School System and graduated with the

Class of 1966 from Sumner Hill High School in Clinton, Mississippi. She was deeply

committed to her own education and personal growth. Marie proudly earned a

Bachelor of Science degree in Education and a Master of Science degree in

Counseling from Jackson State University. She cherished her time at Jackson State

and carried the lessons and pride of her alma mater with her throughout her life

and career.

Marie was a dedicated counselor and middle school teacher for more than 34 years.

She maintained a structured and orderly learning environment, ensuring that

every student received the guidance and support necessary to achieve academic

success. Recognized for her outstanding teaching, she was nominated for many

awards that reflected her passion, skill, and commitment to excellence. Colleagues

admired her professionalism, students cherished her guidance, and the community

benefited from her lifelong devotion to education.

Devotion to Christ

Marie gave her life to Christ at an early age. Prayer was her constant companion.

She maintained a personal relationship, expressing her faith through the way she

lived and acts of kindness to others. As a devoted wife, she poured her heart into

their union, building a lifetime of love, partnership, and mutual care. To her

children, she was an awesome mother – steadfast, nurturing and always ready

with the kind of love that made everything feel possible

Services

Public Visitation

Nov

21

Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. | MS

3580 Robinson Road
Jackson, MS 39209

10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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Graveside Services

Nov

22

Garden Memorial Park Cemetery

8001 Highway 49 N.
Jackson, MS 39209

11:00 AM

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