Memorial service for William Thomas "Bill" Loyd will be 2:00p.m., Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at MMS-Payne Funeral Home Chapel. Bill passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2024, with family by his side. He was 92.

He served in the Navy for 26 years, stationed on various ships in San Diego and undertaking shore duty in St. Louis, Missouri, and Naples, Italy. Following his retirement from the Navy in 1976, the family moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma to be near both Bill and Delphi's parents.

Bill found joy in the many memories from time spent at "Bowline," the family-built lake house on Grand Lake. It brought the family together for over 20 years to share weekends and holidays. A sports enthusiast at heart, Bill had a passion for both OSU and OU sports including softball, having watched both teams in the recent Regional and World Series. He was most proud that his 3 children graduated college from OSU. Bill had a love for all dogs, but mostly for his beloved Boxers.

The space left by Bill's passing is felt deeply by all who had the honor of knowing him. His kindness and positive spirit were a constant in his daily life. He always had a smile to greet you and always asked how you were doing. He was always "doing great", even when he wasn't.

Those family members that survive include his wife, Delphi Lee of the home; his children Michael Loyd, Vicki Mosier and her husband Roger, and Rick Loyd and his wife Kathy; his grandchildren, Christopher Loyd and wife Cassa, Amanda Smith and her husband Derek, Natalie Jarred and her husband John, Grant Mosier and wife Maria, Caroline Mosier, Kaitlin Smith and husband Justin; his great grandchildren, Cody Loyd, Julian Smith, Lincoln Smith, Annalee Smith, Jonah Jarred, and Ellie Smith.

Those who wish to honor Bill with a memorial contribution in his name, may contribute to Navy Relief Society, at support@nmcrs.org.