Ms. Valeta A. "Shug" Floyd

Ms. Valeta A. "Shug" Floyd obituary

Ms. Valeta A. "Shug" Floyd

Upcoming Events

Mar

14

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Dierna Funeral Home

2309 Culver Road, Rochester, NY 14609

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Mar

14

Celebration of Life

3:00 p.m.

Dierna Funeral Home

2309 Culver Road, Rochester, NY 14609

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Valeta Floyd Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dierna Funeral Home - Rochester on Feb. 24, 2026.
Ms. Valeta A. "Shug" Floyd
December 31, 1971 – February 20, 2026

Ms. Valeta A. Floyd, affectionately known as "Shug," departed this life peacefully on Friday, February 20, 2026. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and a cherished friend to all who knew her. Born in Rochester, NY, she was the beloved daughter of Bert Moore and Joyce Floyd.

Shug is predeceased by her sister, Janelle.
She leaves to honor her legacy: her son, Franklin Floyd; her daughter, Tavia Hines; four treasured grandchildren; her special aunt, Eloise Leonard; and a host of loving relatives and friends.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 14th at 3:00 PM, with visitation from 2:00–3:00 PM, at Dierna Funeral Home. Interment will be private.
The family invites you to share messages of love and remembrance below as they celebrate the life of their beloved Shug.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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Upcoming Events

Mar

14

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Dierna Funeral Home

2309 Culver Road, Rochester, NY 14609

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Mar

14

Celebration of Life

3:00 p.m.

Dierna Funeral Home

2309 Culver Road, Rochester, NY 14609

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels