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Lloyd Dyson Obituary

Lloyd George Dyson, Jr., architect, sailor, lover of art and music, omnivorous amasser of knowledge, and keen conversationalist, passed away on December 12, 2018 at the Springhouse Seni- or Living Community in Bos- ton. He was 76. Lloyd leaves behind many who loved him and whom he loved: children Lloyd (Margaret) of Jamaica Plain and Erika (Morgan) of Upland, CA; grandchildren Liam and Nathaniel Dyson, and Jaden and Robyn Conright; brother Bruce Dyson (Leanne) of Marblehead; sister Carol Rice (Richard) of New Orleans, LA; and longtime friends Howard Fairweather (Dorothy) and Joel Eigerman. He was predeceased by his wife Ann (Jackson) Dyson of Amherst, NH, and parents Lloyd G. and May (White) Dyson of Marblehead. Lloyd also leaves behind a world made more beautiful and livable in the buildings he designed or was part of creating. He designed private homes, worked on the restoration of the Jacob Perkins Engraving and Printing Plant for the Historical Society for Old Newbury, and served as past Chairman for the Newburyport Historical Society and the Design Review Committee for Newburyports Redevelopment Authority. He was also Project Manager for many major construction projects, such as the John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center in Boston; several major hospital projects, including the Tufts New England Medical Center Floating Hospital (now Tufts Medical Center); the relocation and new campus of the American University of Cairo; and the modernization of Terminal E at Logan Airport. His encyclopedic brain drank in the world around him, and stored countless minute details of the buildings he worked on. The larger and more complex a project, the happier he was. When the mind is as brilliant and creative as Lloyds, it often takes a while to notice that dementia has taken a hold of it. Enthusiasm for learning and ease with tests masks worrying signs. The questions that doctors ask also tend to seem insufficient or irrelevant. For example, to questions like, does your family member repeat him/herself or tell the same stories over and over? those who loved him would have to say emphatically yes, but that has always been the case. Lloyd loved a good story, or a fascinating tidbit of information, so much so that sharing them with friends, with a giant grin and waving hands, was one of his favorite pastimes. The question, do you feel unsafe driving with your family member? would also have to be answered with a yes, but that too was always the case. (Lloyds first wife claimed his driving was one of the reasons they divorced, although he claimed it was because she put wheat germ in the whipped cream.) Formula 1 races were also one of Lloyds great loves. However, when Lloyd didnt recognize Terminal E at Logan Airport, or remember the names of his grandchildren, or when neighbors reported that he was wandering, looking lost, through the boatyard next to the house in which he had lived for over twenty years, then his family knew something was very wrong. Once dementia did take hold it was not long before his body tired of what his brain was doing to it, and he died of complications from a combination of Alzheimers and Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy. Lloyd was a truly kind soul, a loyal friend, and a proud and loving parent, grandparent, and brother. It will be his open and loving heart that his family and friends miss the most. When we have some entertaining minutia to share, or need to hear in his voice that we are admirable and beloved, our hearts will break anew when we realize he will not be on the other end of the phone when we call. Visiting hours will be held at the Highland Chapel of Paul C. Rogers Family Funeral Home, 2 Hillside Avenue, Amesbury on December 28, 2018 from 1 to 4 P.M., followed by a period of reflection by family and friends at 4:00 PM. Memorial contributions can be made in Lloyds name to the Boston Symphony Orchestra (bso.org/contribute), Rhode Island School of Design (https://www.risd.edu/giving/ways-of-giving/), or the Alzheimer's Association on his tribute page (https://tinyurl.com/Dyson-alz-tribute)

Published by The Cape Ann Beacon from Jan. 1 to Jan. 16, 2019.
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Dave Lord

September 8, 2019

Dave Lord

September 8, 2019

Missing you a lot today, Dad. E

Erika

September 7, 2019

I'm sorry for your loss. I hope the Gormont family will draw comfort from the words found at Psalm 145:18.

January 16, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family.
Blessed are those who mourn since they will be comforted Matt 5:4




B.A.

January 14, 2019

I was very saddened to read about the death of Lloyd, he was a great guy from a great family. I knew his Mom and am a friend with Lloyd's brother and sister in law Bruce and Leanne. I just want them to know that I care!

Biff Michaud

January 8, 2019

Condolences to the Dyson family and friends. Lloyd, sorry to see you go so soon. We (Marblehead High School Class of 1960) still have so many birthdays and reunions to celebrate. Yes, we will remember you.

Dave Lord

January 5, 2019

When someone we love falls asleep in death the memories we have of them become our treasure, may those cherished memories of a life well lived and Gods promise at John 6:40 bring you some comfort during this most difficult time. My condolences to the family.

January 3, 2019

peter ringenbach

December 25, 2018

So many memories ... the beautifully written obituary tells his story ... especially his abundance of knowledge on just about any subject! We'd always tease him about that ... but be in awe at the same time!

He will be missed. Erika and Lloyd, you have done him proud with your loving care of him these past months.
Now we are left to celebrate a life well lived. Deepest sympathy to you both.

Cindy Wootan

December 24, 2018

We will miss you so much, Dad.

Erika Dyson

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December 23, 2018

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