Lloyd Kay Gaither

Lloyd K. Gaither passed away suddenly on January 4th, 2024 in Spokane, Washington at the age of 86. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather to a family who will sorely miss him. Lloyd left behind his partner in life, his wife of 44 years, Betty J. Gaither; his children - Wendy Gaither, Joel Gaither (Michelle), Tia Gaither, Patrick Gaither (Marnie), Donette Hockmeyer (Steve), Sherry McCormick (Jim), Greg Fields, Kim Cox (Steve); and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His parents Lloyd and Kathryn Gaither, his sister Ray, his daughter Rene Blaume, and her daughter Angela Anderson predeceased him in death.

Lloyd began his life by a switch-lantern in White Salmon, Washington on January 1st, 1938. He was born to Lloyd R. Gaither and Kathryn W. Gaither. His father had him help in the family store which led to him having a head for business. His school of choice was Oregon State University, Go Ducks! Lloyd worked for Moore Business Forms for 34 years and then created his own business under the moniker of LG Systems which he owned for 4 years. Once retired, he even did a stint as a bus paraeducator for the Mead School District. He and Betty created a blended family when they met in the late 70's. Together, they had 9 children! Lloyd and the family had many fun times together during holidays, trips to Priest Lake, Idaho, over cards, pickleball, and much more. However, we do have to mention his other love, golf. Lloyd was an avid golfer. He never gave up his dream of the perfect swing! Luckily, he now has access to the most beautiful course in the heavens above.

A memorial service will be held at Sunset Chapel in the Fairmount Memorial Park on Saturday, January 27th, at 1:00 pm. The preferred florist is Evergreen Florist at 509-326-6888.