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Carl J. Lloyd

Groton, Connecticut

Jan 1, 1948 – Apr 5, 2023

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BORN
January 1, 1948
DIED
April 5, 2023
LOCATION
Groton, Connecticut
CHARITY
Disabled American Veterans

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Byles-Groton Memorial Home - Groton Obituary

CARL J. LLOYD, 75 of Groton passed away on Wednesday evening, April 5, 2023 at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London.


He was born on January 1, 1948 in Cleveland, OH the son of John W. and Lois Southworth Lloyd.


After he graduated from Robert E. Fitch Senior High School in 1966 he served in the United States Air Force from 1967 to 1970. He served with the Strategic Air Command and went to  Viet Nam from 1968 to 1969 during the Tet offensive. There he was a part of the Military Assistance Command Vietnam-Study and operations Group. His unit was the Green Hornets. Due to his participation in Operation Ranch Hand he like many others were exposed to Agent Orange and became disabled. The war never ends for them, 100% disabled at the time of his passing he remained 100% a Patriot of his beloved United States.


After the war he worked as a chemical operator at Pfizer in Groton retiring in 2001. Carl was married to Wendy Ferguson on August 12m 1972 in Groton.


Besides his wife Wendy he is survived by his daughter, Holly Lloyd Smith of Groton, his sister Kathleen MacDonald and her husband Thom Shipman of Ledyard, his sister, Patricia Startz and his grandson, Thomas James Smith, II. He was predeceased by his sister Nancy E. Lloyd.


His favorite thing was doting on, spoiling and just being with Wendy, Holly and especially his grandson Thomas. He had many hobbies over the years, award winning photography, driving the Groton Ambulance as a volunteer, as well as climbing, rappelling, rock hunting, playing pool, volleyball and horseshoes. However, his favorite “sport” was cruising around in his prize possession, his 2003 torch red corvette.


Carl was a man of Honor, Country, Family and Friendship. A selfless son brother, husband, father and grandfather and friend. He devoted his life to his families well being and happiness. He considered his friends family as well. One way that he will be remembered will be the one who could always bring comic relief whenever the situation warranted.


Carl earned his rest and is now in peace with his loved ones up above.


A graveside service with Military Honors will be held on Tuesday April 11 at 12 noon at Smith Lake Cemetery in Groton. There are no visiting hours. Donations in his memory may be directed to the Disabled American Veterans Association, Noonan-Cecchini Chapter, PO Box 1006, New London, CT 06320.

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So Sorry to hear of Carls Passing, I worked with Carl at Pfizer for many years,, always Laughing RIP

Wendy and Holly, I am so saddened about your loss. I will remember how Carl always had a smile on his face and his quickness to laugh was infectious to those around him. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. With love, Tate

Carl was a great man to everyone he was fun to be around he will be very missed rock the heaven with tommy From Tina smith

My condolences to the Lloyd family. I worked many years with Carl he was always a great joy to be with. Rest well Carl.

My condolences to the Lloyd family another good guy and friend is gone but never to be forgotten. R.I.P. Carl.

Don't think of him as gone away
his journey's just begun
life holds so many facets
this earth is only one.
Just think of him as resting
from the sorrows and the tears
in a place of warmth and comfort
where there are no days and years
Think how he must be wishing
that we could know today
how nothing but our sadness
can really pass away
And think of him as living
in the hearts of those he touched
for nothing loved is ever...

He was a good friend. One of the last Bess Eaton regulars.I will miss him! Rest in peace Carl!

Wendy.... So sorry for your loss of Carl. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. With Sympathy....