Lloyd Allen Avery

Devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend to all who knew him, Lloyd Allen Avery went to his home in heaven on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2012.

Allen’s memory will be forever cherished by his beloved wife of 58 years, Opal Lee Avery.  Born on Dec. 9, 1930, he was a veteran of the Navy, served in the Korean War and was a long-time resident of Central.

He is survived by three daughters, Linda Alonzo and husband Gary, Theresa Oliver and husband Tommy, and Donna Avery; 10 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Ginger Loser of Hershey, Pa.  He was preceded in death by his parents Gus and Bessie Avery and eight siblings.

He will be most remembered for his sense of humor and his ability to put a smile on the face of everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him.  His memory was honored with a memorial service on Tuesday, Oct. 9 at Greenwell Springs Baptist Church, 19421 Greenwell Springs Road.