February 7, 1928 ~ July 24, 2003
Passed away at Papa's Mountain on July 24, 2003. He was born in Florida on February 7, 1928. He worked for the City of Torrance for over 30 years and retired as the Director of the Torrance Water Department. Preceded in death by his son Paul; survived by his loving Wife of 55 years Esther; his children Deryl (Linda), Linda Swank (Brian), John Jr. (Deena), grandchildren; Sierra Schmidt (John), Briana, Cary, Samantha, John Jr. the 3rd, Lindsie Swank, and Briann Swank; great grandson Lukas Schmidt. The viewing will be at RICE MORTUARY, 5310 Torrance Blvd., Torrance, CA 90503 on Thursday, July 31, 2003 from 4PM to 8PM. A graveside service will be at Green Hills on Friday, August 1, 2003 at 11 AM.
Our caring thoughts and prayers to the family of John Lloyd Sr. better know to us all as “Father” Lloyd. John was a great City of Torrance employee and of course a very supportive dad while John Jr. and Deryl were involved with sports at Torrance High. It is an honor to have known him. Dee and Lowell Hardison
I Fondly remember spending time with John Sr after meeting and becoming friends with John and Deryl. I will always remember those training trips to the river during High School, and John Sr\’s encouragement and presence during our competitions. He was truly an inspirational individual and will be missed. Our thoughts are with your family. Mark Hardison
I Fondly remember spending time with John Sr after meeting and becoming friends with John and Deryl. I will always remember those training trips to the river during High School, and John Sr\’s encouragement and presence during our competitions. He was truly an inspirational individual and will be missed. Our thoughts are with your family. Mark Hardison