Elizabeth Boyce Loyd

Elizabeth Boyce Loyd, 60, died March 21, 2009. She was born to Hardy S. and Ruth M. Boyce on January 22, 1949 in Sherman, TX. She graduated from Ryder High School and married Jerry A. Loyd of Wichita Falls, TX on October 28, 1967. After following Jerry's career to Atlanta in 1971, she gave birth to two children. She and Jerry lived in Atlanta until moving to McIntosh Co. on Coastal GA in 1999. They lived there until returning to Cumming, GA to be closer to the grandchildren in 2007. Elizabeth received her Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology at GA State University in 1980 and her Masters of Social Work from The University of GA in 1985. She was a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, A Board Certified Diplomat in Social Work and A Certified Professional Coach. After working in psychiatric hospitals in the Atlanta area, she was a private practitioner and consultant in Mental Health, Personnel Management and Training for over 20 years. As President of Elizabeth Loyd and Associates she offered personal coaching, seminars, workshops, weekend retreats and leadership training, to individuals, groups and corporations. In addition to her traditional work, Elizabeth was a holistic trainer. She was a Certified Breathwork therapist, Certified Hypnotherapist, Certified Professional Life Coach and Reiki Master. She loved spending time with her family, dancing, being surrounded by good books, reading, laughing with friends, drinking fine wine and a good margarita. One of the things she and Jerry shared was the love of travel and they managed to get to many of the important sites in the world. Some of her most memorable trips were to South Africa, Ireland and Europe.

Elizabeth is survived by her husband of 41 years, Jerry A. Loyd of Cumming, GA, Amy (Michael) Johnson of Tega Cay, SC, Emily (John) Cunningham of Cumming, GA, grandchildren Cole and Grace Johnson and Tyler and Caroline Cunningham, brother James (June) Boyce and niece and nephew Ruth and Charlie Boyce of Austin, TX, and stepmother Barbara Boyce of Van Alstyne, TX.

Special thanks Dr. Nishan Fernando and the staff of Georgia Cancer Specialists for their dedication and compassion. The family will receive visitors on Friday, March 27, 2009 from 6:00 8:00 pm at the Loyd home. The Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2009 at 2:00 pm at Sandy Springs Christian Church, 301 Johnson Ferry Road, Sandy Springs, GA 30328, 404-256-2582.The family requests that donations be made to Heifer International (www.heifer.org), Caring Bridge or the charity of your choice.

Byars Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Cumming, Ga., 678-455-5815.