James (Jim) Henry Floyd, age 80, died peacefully, with his family by his side, Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021, at his home in Lake City, Fla.
He was born on Sept. 21, 1940, to the late Stephen and Ruth Floyd. He was raised and educated in Madison County. He joined the United States Air Force and served his country. He worked with the Florida Highway Patrol from 1968 to 1988, then he was elected Gilchrist County Sheriff and retired in 1996.
He loved farming, hunting and was a avid football fan and enjoyed watching the FSU Seminoles. He enjoyed his grandchildren. He was a dedicated member of Priscilla Baptist Church, in Bell, Fla. where he served as Sunday School Superintendent for many years. He was a former member of the Gideons and Mason of the Masonic Lodge.
He was predeceased by his brother, William Jackie Floyd.
He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Sarah Helen Kinard Floyd, of Lake City; three sons: Stephen Floyd, of Bell, Fla.; Jeffery Floyd, and Jason (Mimi), both of Lake City; and seven grandchildren: Kyle, Kelsy, Garrett, Jacob, Rebekah, Ty and Tucker; sister, Ruth Elizabeth Capps, of Virginia Beach, Va.; and a host of nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, Aug. 27, at 11 a.m. at Cherry Lake Methodist Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his name to the Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranch or the Gideons.
Beggs Funeral Home is handling the arrangements (850) 973-2258. You may send your condolences to the family by visiting the website at www.beggsfuneral.com.