of Conway, AR
November 30, 1944 - July 13, 2016
David Samuel''Dave'' Floyd, III, 71, of Conway, died Wednesday, July 13, 2016, at Conway Regional Medical Center. Born November 30, 1944, in Ripon, Wisconsin, he was the oldest child of the late Dave and Ruth Chamberlain Floyd of Conway. He grew up in Granada Hills, California, graduated from Granada Hills High School, attended junior college in Southern California before attending and graduating from State College of Arkansas (now the University of Central Arkansas). He received a master's degree from Arkansas State University in Jonesboro.
A lifelong educator, Dave was a teacher and coach in Parkin School District (Cross County), a principal and superintendent in Lepanto (Poinsett County) and retired as Director of Facilities from the Arkansas Department of Education.
He is survived by his wife, Bobbie Carolyn Bell Garner Floyd of Conway; his son, Charles David ''Chad'' Floyd (Jennifer) of Searcy; grandchildren Emma, Hannah and Weston Floyd of Searcy; his brother Steve (Nina) Floyd and sister Carolyn (Jimmy) Ishee, all of Conway; sisters Anne (Aves) Floyd and Nancy (Scott) Kirk, all of Abilene, Texas; several nieces and nephews and their families, numerous cousins and many friends.
Pallbearers will be Tony Smith, Riley Swindle, Blake Bell, Miles Bell, Hunter Rennie, John Pipkins, Tommy Shoemaker and Bill Barden.
Memorial gifts may be made to the Ruth C. and David S. Floyd Fund in the UCA Foundation, 201 Donaghey Avenue, P.O. Box 4986, Conway, AR 72035.
Family will gather with friends 6:00-8:00pm Monday, July 18, 2016 at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Chapel Conway, Arkansas.
Memorial Service will be 1:00pm Tuesday, July 19, 2016 at First Presbyterian Church Conway, Arkansas with Reverend Michael Ulaswich
and Mr. Mike Morris officiating. Interment will be private.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home Conway, Arkansas.
Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/conway
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10 Condolence(s)
Ed Eason
Tuesday, July 19, 2016
So sorry to learn of Dave's passing. He hired me at the Division of Public School Academic Facilities and Transportation 11 years ago. Although he would retire in less than a year, it was clear from the start what a kind and caring individual Dave was and what a commitment he had to furthering academic opportunities for children across the state.
He is missed.
Bill Pugh
Monday, July 18, 2016
A Good man Dave. We had so much fun making all those Big ($1.00) bets on the Ark/Tex football games. I was very happy we reconnected at the reunion and to meet Bobbie. Bobbie, prayers for you and your family. God bless all .
Mary Lou Herlihy
Monday, July 18, 2016
Mark and I are sending you all our love and condolences. Wishing you a beautiful day of remembrance and wishing we could be there in person. With love and peace, Mary Lou and Mark
Susan and Earlton Sanders
Monday, July 18, 2016
You are in our thoughts and prayers
Gayla B. Taylor
Sunday, July 17, 2016
Bobbie, So sorry to hear about Dave's passing. I am thinking of you and praying for comfort, peace and rest for you.
Max and Ivanell Meek
Saturday, July 16, 2016
Our hearts are so sad that this wonderful friend is no longer with us. He had a smile that made you smile back. Prayers for all Dave's loved ones.
Betty Gale Davis
Friday, July 15, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. When I first started working at the Arkansas Department of Education thirty years ago, Dave was one of the first ones in the unit I met. He was helpful, kind, and always could be counted on for his quick wit and positive disposition. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Bob Barham
Friday, July 15, 2016
Steve & family:
So sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. Please know that your family will be in my thoughts & prayers in the days ahead. Romans 8:28
Jim McClure
Thursday, July 14, 2016
So sorry to hear about Dave. He was a good, true, loyal friend. I will miss him and miss hearing from him. Our prayers are with Bobbie and the rest of the family.
Bobby New
Thursday, July 14, 2016
A truly authentic Christian man and friend. All our prayers to the family.