Edwin Bernard Floyd Sr

Edwin Bernard Floyd Sr., 66, transitioned peacefully on January 2, 2026, in Louisiana. He was born on September 4, 1959, and was born in Fairmont, North Carolina, later making Louisiana his home. Bernard proudly served his country 20 years in the United States Navy 1978-1998, from which he retired with honor. Following his military retirement, he continued his lifelong commitment to public service as a police officer with the Naval Support Activity, NOLA, and later with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), where he faithfully served from 1999 to 2023 before retiring. His life reflected discipline, integrity, and a deep dedication to protecting and serving others, especially fellow veterans. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ethel Pearl Ford and Charles Alexander Faulk; his beloved father figure, Dallas Ford; and his son, Donald Anderson Jr. Bernard is survived by his loving wife, Leona Floyd; his children: Sharon (Brian), Edwin Jr. (Jenice), Jermaine (Eden), and Dorian (Sha'ron); siblings: LaShawn, Kimberly, Natalie, Latasha, and Lynette; and his beloved cousin, Reggie, who was like a brother to him. He is also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. A Celebration of Life Service for Edwin Bernard Floyd will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, for 11:00 a.m. at Mt. Kingdom Missionary Baptist Church, 3756 Louisa Street, New Orleans, Louisiana. Viewing will begin at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Derrick Johnson, officiating. Interment will follow at Resthaven Cemetery. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504)282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.