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John Lloyd Obituary
Born in Toronto, Canada, Feb. 27, 1947, John moved with his family to Skaneateles, N.Y. as a child. He graduated from the University of Rochester in 1969. After raising a family and working as a finish carpenter in Vermont for 20 years, John was accepted into medical school and graduated from The University of Vermont College of Medicine in 1998. Dr. Lloyd moved to New Hampshire in 2002 where he was a primary care physician first in the Bristol area and most recently in Concord.
John's interests and talents were wide. He was an avid photographer, kayaker and scuba diver. He and his wife Suzanne recently returned from a long-planned photo safari to South Africa where John's love for the natural world, from the largest mammals to the smallest insects, knew no bounds. He was most excited at having recorded over 150 new bird species for his life list during that trip.
John served as the Medical Director of Newfound Area Nursing Association, Associate Medical Director for Hospice at Pemi-Baker Community Health, was a member of the Hebron Conservation Commission and enjoyed traipsing through the woods locally with Newfound Wildlife Trackers.
Dr. Lloyd was predeceased by his parents, Betty and Graydon Lloyd; his sister, Judith Lloyd; and his former wife, Lucia Gentili.
Dr. Lloyd leaves behind his wife of 30 years, State Representative Suzanne Smith; two daughters, Mika Gentili-Lloyd of Portland, Ore. and Aliza Gentili-Lloyd of Warren, R.I. His circle of friends, patients, colleagues, and acquaintances will also miss him dearly.
A memorial service celebrating John's life will be held on Saturday, Feb. 7, at 1 p.m., at the Hebron Union Congregational Church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to New Hampshire Audubon, Pemi-Baker Community Health, or the Newfound Area Nursing Association.
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Memories and Condolences
for John Lloyd
Jann Swift
February 5, 2015
Dear Suzanne and family , I am so sorry to hear of Johns passing .
My heartfelt thoughts and prayers go out to you.
I have many fond memories of him .
He was one of the most compassionate persons I have had the privilege to know .I will never forget him and time we worked together.
He was a wonderful Doctor to my Mom .
I can picture him surrounded with many angels and so many people he helped in heaven .
With love to all of you,
Jann
David Roeck
February 4, 2015
We are all at a loss at the sudden passing of one of the best men any of us have ever known. Especially for those who knew John for more than 50 years, as I did. We shared all the formative chapters from teen age to old age, which has created a unique flavor and bond over the years. Godspeed, old friend! We'll do it again!
Comfort and blessings to Suzanne, Mika and Aliza --
February 4, 2015
We are all at a loss at the sudden passing of such a good, caring man as Dr. John D. Lloyd. Especially for those of us who knew him for more than a half century, as I did. We shared all the chapters and aspects of growing up from teenage to old age, and John made the journey truly unique and memorable. And I'm only scratching the surface; not room enough here. Godspeed, my friend. We'll share it again. You helped us to walk the high road! Thanks for your patience, kindness and friendship. Comfort and blessings to the family.
David Roeck
January 23, 2015
My sincere condolences to Suzanne and children. I am a life long friend of john, first meeting in the 6th grade in 1959/60 in skaneateles, ny. John will be deeply missed!
Charles Beardsley, Columbia, md
Kevin
January 18, 2015
John Lloyd was the best doctor I ever had, and I've had many. He had a deep respect and compassion for people. I feel lost without him. Such a good man, so missed.
Candace & Larry Morrison
January 16, 2015
To Suzanne & Family. My folks used Dr. Lloyd's physician services while they lived in Hebron and appreciated his services. Sorry for your loss and our deepest condolences.
Laurie McDonald
January 16, 2015
My prayers are with all of you. I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Lloyd at Penacook Family Physicians. He was loved by his patients and co-workers. He will be missed... gone too soon.
Debbie
January 15, 2015
I first saw Dr. Lloyd in the ER. His bedside manner was so kind, I asked him if he was taking new patients and switched. He was so kind and compassionate and took good care of me when I lived in the area. He made me feel I could trust him, and I did. He will be missed. What a wonderful person to have known.
James Dorr
January 15, 2015
Suzanne, I just heard of John's passing. He was a good man and he will be missed in the community. I am thinking of you and your family at this time of grief.
Linda Burleigh-Kretzschmar
January 14, 2015
My condolences to John's family. I was a classmate of John's in high school in Skaneateles, NY. I fondly remember many his sense of humor and fun loving, easy going ways. I especially remember triple dating with him at the Junior Prom and all the fun we had. The world has lost a special person.
January 11, 2015
To Dr. Lloyds family our deepest condolences. Such a good doctor and very nice man. He was my favorite doctor. Missed him when he left Mid State.
Jean Baker Clark
January 11, 2015
Respectful codolences from a member of the 1965 class at Skaneateles Central School.
Garlyn Manganiello
January 11, 2015
Deepest condolences to Dr.Lloyd's family. Our family enjoyed his services and his great sense of humor. May he rest in peace.
Joseph Wiley
January 11, 2015
Let me give my deepest condolences to John's wife and family. Many good memories of John during high school. His British racing green sports car, I think TR4A. Hunting in the fields and woods around Skaneateles for wood chucks, especially around what is now the Skaneateles Transfer station and the bus ski trips in the winter and weekends skiing at Song Mountain with much more. RIP John, you are remembered and will be missed.
January 11, 2015
I am so deeply saddened to learn of the loss of Dr. Lloyd. He was a gifted and compassionate dr and person. John was the family physician for my parents, daughter, granddaughter and for myself. Yesterday, was the four year anniversary of my mother's passing. She was very fortunate for he was also her hospice doctor. I remember the last time she saw him, she told him how handsome he was! He beamed, but I could see him holding back a few tears because he knew that her life would be over in a short time and he probably would never see her again. My family and I send our deepest sympathy to all of you, his family. He is irreplaceable and his kindness and caring will be missed. He was the best listener and what I like best, was that he was always willing to share a holistic approach rather than go down the straight and narrow. He attributed that to you, Suzanne. I feel blessed that he was a part of my life and my family.... He was more than a doctor, he was also a friend...
Jessica Linscott
January 10, 2015
I pray for your family and that you are resting in peace. You were my doctor for a little under a year and I think you were one of the best I have ever been a patient of, you were real and kind, Thank you for everything. My condolences to your family.
Mark Pitts
January 10, 2015
I was a patient of Dr Lloyd for the past 7 years. Never have I experienced such a caring and compassionate physician. For the first time in my life, I found a doctor that helped me take control of my wellness. His departure from this world was too soon.
My deepest condolences to his family.
kathy bryant
January 10, 2015
My husband and I recently became patients of Dr. Lloyd in Penacook. Though we hadn't seen him many times he we knew he was an outstanding man. He really took a genuine interest in his patients and their well being. He will be truly missed. Our heart felt condolences to his wife and family.
January 10, 2015
I was a patient of Dr Lloyds I will miss him. My deepest condolences to the family. Kathy T Manchester
Howard & Claire Davis
January 9, 2015
We had become Dr. Lloyd's patients just this past year but enjoyed talking with him. He had a great "bedside manner," was never rushed, & was very open & knowledgeable, including about alternative medicine. Not all physicians are! We discovered several things in common, not least his affection for Sen. Bernie Sanders. We were looking forward to getting to know him better. We feel as if we've lost a friend, & are very shocked & saddened by his untimely passing. Our deepest condolences to his wife & daughters.
Nancy Lindbloom
January 9, 2015
My thoughts and prayers have been with you since learning of your loss. I have been a patient of Dr. Lloyd's for about 10 years following him to Penacook. I am lost for words as he will be so missed by so many. He helped me so much in these past few years and always a comfort to know he was there for me. He made me feel so comfortable and just made my life easier.
Again, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy
January 9, 2015
My parents and I were patients of Dr. Lloyd's in Penacook. We have felt so blessed to be treated by the special, kind, wise, knowledgeable, grounded man that he was.He will be greatly missed. We are so saddened by his passing and extend deepest sympathy to your family. He was far too young and wonderful to be gone. It is a tremendous tragedy and our thoughts are with you.
Lynne
January 9, 2015
Receiving the written notice of Dr. Lloyd's sudden passing left me in shock and sincere sadness. He was 'new' to me and I only had one appt. with him. Never have I ever had a Dr. that listened with a concerned ear, advised with such compassion and offered as much comfort as Dr. Lloyd did. My sincere condolences to his family, both personal and professional. May he RIP...heaven surely just gained an angel. Peace ~
Dot Sharillo
January 9, 2015
Very sorry for your tragic loss. Although we didn't know Dr. Lloyd personally, we share in your grief at having lost a neighbor from out little town. May Dr. Lloyd rest in final peace.
Paul Hayes
January 8, 2015
Dr.Lloyd had just became my physician in October and I was looking forward to getting to know him better.My prayers go out to his family.
January 8, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. He was a great doctor. He was my GP. I will miss him. Jo French Contoocook N.H.
E. Greenfield
January 8, 2015
The poem, "Lycidas"
Tomorrow, the free woods and pastures new.
EDNA GREENFIELD
January 8, 2015
As a patient of Dr. Lloyd I felt truly blessed to encounter a Dr. that I was not terrified to see. He was a wonderful, understanding, compassionate Dr. My heartfelt condolences to his family and associates, many will miss this terrific person. Understandable how many loved him.
Corinne Wait
January 8, 2015
As patients of Penacook Family Physicians my family and I often saw Dr. Lloyd, even though he was not our primary physician.
All of us loved his kindness, care and way of communicating with patients, and his willingness to share knowledge.
He will be missed.
Angela
January 7, 2015
I have kept Dr. Lloyd's family in my prayers. This very special man will be missed and remembered by many I am certain.
joe centola
January 7, 2015
My deepest condolences Dr. Lloyd was the first and only Dr in my adult life I truly trusted. He was a great man he will be missed dearly by many
Jessie
January 7, 2015
It was a shock to learn of his passing. As a Concord Hospital employee and a patient at Penacook Family Physicians, I extend my sympathies to the family and loved ones. May he rest in peace.
Ruth Harlow
January 7, 2015
My prayers of love and comfort to the whole family. Dr. John will be missed by so many. He was a special person.
J Vass
January 7, 2015
Mrs. Lloyd, I offer my condolences to you and your family on the loss of Dr Lloyd. Dr Lloyd was my primary care physician for many years. I first met him at Mid State Health Care Center in early 2000. I also followed him when he went to practice at Penacook Family Physicians. I will miss him, but I will remember all the wonderful conversations we had while in his care. He was an excellent doctor. May the comfort of family and friends sustain you during the loss of your husband.
Jeanie Sokoloski
January 7, 2015
My thoughts are with his family, we have truely lost a great man
WILLIAM- PETER SABER
January 7, 2015
SO SORRY MRS. LLOYD HE WAS A GREAT DOCTOR AND A GREAT MAN YES HE WAS MY DOCTOR. DR. JOHN RIP GOOD FRIEND YOU WILL BE MISSED BY MORE THAN I CAN COUNT. DARN IT WHY DOES THE BEST GO FIRST. GOD BLESS HIM AND HIS FAMILMY AT THIS SAD TIME , HE DID TELL ME THAT HE WOULD SEE ME AT THE GOLDEN GATES
January 6, 2015
I will miss you my friend the world has lost a great man Love Josie
Steve Corwin
January 6, 2015
By some act of grace I was fortunate enough to meet John 43 years ago in Waitsfield, Vermont. Although separated by many miles, for many years, he has always been with me. His life was one filled with compassion and dedicated to service. It has been an honor to know him, learn from him and to be considered his friend.
Carry on brother.
Steve Corwin
Rhonda Caron
January 6, 2015
So sorry Suzanne and family to hear of John`s passing. I was fortunate enough to work with him as a medical assistant for many years. I will miss his sense of humor. I will always be grateful for his wealth of knowledge he shared with me. I am a better person today due to his influence. Thanks for the memories, dear friend.RIP keep the angels smiling!
January 6, 2015
Soo sorry to hear of Dr. Lloyd's passing. Met him a couple times and he was a card and full of life. He will be dearly missed.
Kathy Houghton
January 6, 2015
I offer a light to symbolize the light you shined so brightly to guide the way.
Kathy Houghton
January 6, 2015
He was so many different things to so many people. He was the first + last physician I worked with though there were several in between. He understood my shortcomings, + I his. We worked together anyway and we accepted each other as we were. He really was a good man.
Joyce Joy
January 6, 2015
John was not only a wonderful doctor. I trusted him like a friend.I am so sorry for your family's loss. I grieve with you.
D. Lois Estell
January 6, 2015
So very saddened by the news of Dr Lloyds passing. I had the pleasure of working with Dr Lloyd for three years at MSHC. He was a very kind, compassionate physician, with a wonderful, jovial personality. He took the time to listen to every one of his patients and gave all of them the same time....never rushed.....always listening !He loved and truly cared for his staff!
God be with your Family during this most difficult time! RIP
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