William Lloyd Etheredge, 19, of Montgomery, Alabama died January 15, 2021 due to a tragic climbing accident. He was born March 28, 2001 in Flowood, Mississippi, the son of Tod Steven Etheredge and Crystal Lorraine Stamps Etheredge of Pike Road, Alabama. His parents named him after his two maternal grandfathers, and he was known to all as Lloyd. Lloyd attended schools in Madison, MS and graduated from Sant James School in Montgomery, AL where he received many band and creative writing awards. He loved classical music and often composed jazz and classical pieces on the piano. Lloyd was also a talented trumpet and piano player. At the time of his death, Lloyd was attending Troy University in Troy, Al where he was majoring in Music Industry. Lloyd’s goal was to continue following his passion for music by becoming a composer for film and theater scores.
Lloyd’s parents raised him in a loving Christian home. He was dedicated to God at Temple Bapat Church in 2002 in Nashville, TN. He later attended Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Madison, Ms. In 2007, Lloyd was baptized unto the Christian Faith at Anderson United Methodist Church in Jackson, MS with his loving Godmother, Andrea Singleton of Atlanta, GA. At the time of his death, Lloyd was a member of Frazier United Methodist Church in Montgomery, AL where he was active member of the youth ministry.
Funeral arrangements are being handled by Westhaven Funeral Home in Jackson, MS. There will be a memorial served held Thursday, January 21, 2021 at Frazier United Methodist Church, Montgomery, AL at 11:00 a.m. There will be a private graveside services for family and close friends at Garden Memorial Park, 8001 Highway 49 North, Jackson, MS at 11:00 a.m. followed by a repast at Anderson United Methodist Church in Jackson, MS.
Please note: Face coverings and social distancing will be observed due to the ongoing, worldwide COVID pandemic.
In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a donation to Saint Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis, TN in memory of William Lloyd Etheredge. please use this link to make your donations
https://fundraising.stjude.org/site/TR/GiftFunds?px=6904264&pg=personal&fr_jd-39300
We are blessed to have enjoyed his light - his company was loved in our house. You remain in our prayers.
Crystal and Tod, I am so sorry to hear of Lloyd's passing. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
~Michelle Horton
Crystal and Tod, I offer condolences for the loss of Lloyd. Michael and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. We pray for peace and comfort in your memories together. God is with you. Dee Dee King Folkes and Michael Folkes.
The Cooper and Byrd Families are praying snd will continue to pray for your comfort and peace. God loves Lloyd first, best and last, and we love you all, Rhonda
Sorry for your loss
Crystal and Todd, I am saddened to hear of the the passing of your dear child. I pray that God will comfort you and give you strength as you are beginning to adjust to life without young Lloyd. May Lloyd's and the Souls of all the Dearly Departed Rest in Peace with Christ Jesus and Rise Victoriously. In The Name of The Father, The Son, and The Holy Spirit. Don Huddleston, Chicago, Illinois
Crystal and Todd, Jean and I were saddened to hear about your loss today. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. William Lloyd was a very gifted young man who undoubtedly touched the lives of many people. He will live forever in the hearts of those who knew him.,I pray that the precious memories that you have of him will bring you comfort in the days to come. May his soul Rest In Peace. Hillman & Jean Frazier
Wishing you and your family strength and peace. Sheila Woodruff and Family
Sweet Crystal, all things I want to say somehow fall short of truly expressing my sympathy and sadness. He sure seemed like an amazing young man. He will continue his journey in heaven, but I know he will me missed greatly. Much love being sent to you and your family, and continued prayers for strength and understanding ❤️
Sending a heartfelt condolence to such a dear and loving family, Tod and Crystal, and your sons, and for my dear friend, Tracey. May the God of Heaven, give you peace in the days ahead, and may His Holy Spirit comfort and keep your hearts, mind and soul. We know our loved ones are gone, but they are never forgotten, and may you take comfort in the fact that you shall see your dear, sweet Lloyd again. Sending Love and Light your way! Minister Curtis Pittman and First Lady Phelisa Pittman and the Hanging Moss Road Church of Christ family. God bless you!
Praying for peace and comfort for the Etheredge family. May god bless and keep you all. With LOVE Stephanie & Patricia Lewis, Houston, TX
We extend heartfelt condolences to the Etheredge and Stamps families. We love you all and are are praying for your strength, comfort, and peace during this very difficult time. Sincerely, The Rachal Family
Tod, My condolences to you and your family. I'm praying that God strengthens you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Janice Powell
God Bless the Etheredge Family in your time of grief. I will be praying for your emotional healing.
Vic Sexton Jackson, MS
RIP
RIP
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