Lloyd was a loving husband, father, grandfather, friend, and avid Bronco fan. He was a strong, loyal, and fun loving person with a personality that made you remember him forever.
He was a Fort Collins High School Lampkin before joining the Navy at the age of 17. He was a two time Vietnam Veteran having served 7 years. He worked for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 7 years, with two of his brothers, as a bridge and building carpenter. After starting at the City of Fort Collins he took classes at FRCC to learn heavy equipment and even became a part time instructor. He advanced to the position of crew chief with the street sweeping department and ran the snow crews retiring after 21 years. He then opened a tropical fish and reptile store, Jaws and Claws, which he ran with the help of his family and friends.
The last 11 years of his life was after having suffered a massive stroke. Despite losing the use of his right side and his ability to speak, he still had a sense of humor and found a good quality of life.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Bridget and three children he loved dearly; Destiny Satrang (Zachariah), Jason, Stephanie Dinkel (Thomas) and 4 grandchildren who brought joy to his heart; Ashton Dickson, Nicolas Cooley, Justess Satrang and Sage Dinkel. He was proceeded in death by his parents; Ovia and Della, 3 brothers and 4 sisters and is survived by 2 brothers and 6 sisters.
Service will be held October 8, 2021 at 1:00 pm at Allnutt Funeral Service, 650 W. Drake Road Fort Collins, CO. Please dress casual and Bronco attire is encouraged.
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