I’m guilty of writing twice but Tony you deserve it, you took me to my first tattoo appointment so I can only honor you with a tattoo of your unit number on my arm, you were a best friend, a mentor, and last not but least a second father too me. I only hope I can keep your legacy at UD going and I will try everyday to keep your memory alive because you deserve it!!!love you brother!!!!!!

Tony was always one of my favorite officers to dispatch. The camaraderie Tony shared with so many of us here on campus was immeasurable. To say he was loved and will be terribly missed is an understatement. My condolences and prayers go out to his family, a family that he always talked about with much pride and love.  

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Officer Cloyd. He and I crossed paths regularly on campus and I always enjoyed our run-ins. He was the kind of guy with an upbeat, positive, and friendly attitude that brightened the day. I will certainly miss him and send thoughts, prayers, and condolences to family and friends.  

Born to Serve

My first memory of Tony started 53 years ago.   We grew up in the same neighborhood, on the same street, lived two doors away from one another and we spent more time at one another’s houses than any other friend I’ve ever had.   

In many ways we were alike – determined, competitive, stubborn, some might say ‘hard-headed’.   But there was also kindness, giving and great affection shared with one another – in good times and in bad.   Yet somehow, Tony was different – certainly different from many others and certainly different than me.  He had an inner-spirit of helping, of giving, of being there when the chips were down.  He had a unique ability of showing up right when you needed a shoulder to lean on, a friendly smile, a strong handshake, a warm embrace or a helping hand.   That defined him as a man – and as a friend, and as the most giving, loyal and devoted person I’ve ever known.   If you were fortunate to be called a friend of Tony, you were indeed a friend for life.

In the spirit of selflessness, of giving to others first, the spirit & behavior that Tony demonstrated in so many ways must be preserved.  We must find a legacy path in which others will benefit and know Tony the way we all knew Tony.

To that end and with the families blessing of course, in 2022 we would like to establish a memorial scholarship fund to honor Tony into perpetuity.   A scholarship that will aid young students who are pursuing education in criminal justice or training as a first responder or heading towards a calling in the military.   Each year, those awarded this scholarship will hear Tony’s name, perhaps for for the first time.   They will learn about him, learn who he was as a man, how he served the community as a policy officer and how he defined himself to friends and to family.   A  man who was truly ‘Born to Serve’.

Tony, I am thankful that God shared you with me for over 50 years.   For that, I am truly blessed.

I worked with Tony at UD for 6 years.  We spent many hours working together. 
Tony was always up beat would always great me with " hello young man" when I would come in to work. 
I have so many found memories working with him.
Tony always went out of his way to help.
Even helping a student who didn't have a photographer to photograph his proposal to his girlfriend. Tony and I helped capture the young man's hotair ballon ride over Dayton and his proposal.
I am better for having Tony in my life.



I have had the pleasure of working with Tony for almost 12 years and he was one of the most dedicated and kind officers I have  known.  Tony was a fixture on campus and would help out anyone that he could.  Even though Tony and I are almost the same age, he still greeted me everyday as our shifts overlapped with a "Hello there young man" and a big smile on his face.  Tony was a roll model to emulate,  and will leave a large void within our department.  I will miss his presence, as being close in age, we had a unique friendship.  Rest well Tony,  I will strive to follow some of the examples you set as a man of fine character.  

The amount of good that Tony did in this world was immeasurable. Tony would go above and beyond on a daily basis to help others, always doing so quietly,  so that it went unnoticed. 
We are all better for having Tony in our lives, and his memory will live on through us.
We will keep all of Tony's family in our thoughts and prayers. 

A more generous man I have never known.  Always carried the weight for others, and did so with a smile. 

Caring, dependable, sentimental and private. Hilariously Stubborn, and hard headed at times, but always spoke his mind even if sometimes it was with words I won’t repeat here. 

Never shirked a task.  When things were going bad I never had to wonder whether he would be right behind me, although he’d often complain that he needed google maps to find me.

You are added to the list of great men I’ve been honored to know. I will look up to you in the sky with the rest of them until we get to meet again and you tell me what I’m actually looking at.

Fair well “Cloyder”

Swank


Tony and I shared many tours of duty, patrolling the campus of UD in 2007-2009.  We often spoke about our families and I learned what a gift it was to have such a friend.  I left UD thirteen years ago, and our paths have crossed numerous times since.  Our reunions always started with a heartfelt handshake and a hug.  Followed by a quick "How's the family?"  For a man of short stature, he was a giant man in heart.  I will miss him a great deal.  Rest easy, my friend.  We will take it from here.  

Tony was a friend to everyone, a compassionate public servant who is loved by all in the UD community. I will miss him waving or stopping to talk when ever he saw me. My condolences to his family, friends, and his brothers in Public Safety. He will be truly missed. 

The picture is from April 28, 2019 Tony helping a young man fish at Earth Fest.

So very sorry to hear this sad news.  Our families lived next door to each other and we grew up together.  He was like a little brother to me.  He eventually bought the house my family lived  in.  What memories.   My heartfelt love and  prayers to Tony’s family.   God Bless…..

Tony was the best of us.  We are better for having known him and worse off for having lost him. I'll miss those early morning moments when he'd relieve me from an overtime shift with a loud "SGT MAC" followed by my response of Papaw Cloyd! I'm going to miss those moments but I will always treasure the memory.  

Rest easy, Papaw. Until Valhalla. 

Sgt.  Mac

Tony was a true professional at his job and a great person to work with. He treated everyone with respect and kindness. You are going to be missed by everyone. May you Rest In Peace my friend. 

Tony was more than a coworker.  He was a Great Friend.  Always there to see how your day was and chear you up if it wasnt going so good. Many times he made me laugh so hard I would have tears running down my face. Today tears flow for an obvious different reason. I will think of him often, especially driving by Caldwell where he would always wave and smile and where we would talk. You Are Missed Brother until I see you again.  My Greatest Condolences to His Family. All of Us were Blessed to Know Him.


To the family of Officer Cloyd:

Your father, husband and grandfather was an outstanding and respected member of the UD family.  In all of my interactions with him, he was the upmost professional and kind--someone who lived the Marianist charism on a daily basis.  We mourn with you and lift you up in prayers, that the fond memories and his love for his family may serve as a balm in this difficult time.  Blessing to each of you.

Jason Pierce
Dean, College of Arts and Sciences
University of Dayton


To Tony's Wife Deborah; Sons Corey-Levi and Duncan; stepson Chris, 

Condolences and love to you tonight and always. My heart and soul mourn deeply with yours  at the loss of your Dear Husband and Father.   So very, very, very  sorry . . . 

As well you know, Officer Cloyd was beloved and respected by all at UD, including this Professor Emeritus, whose life and career he literally saved through his heroic and professional intervention during a campus conflict years ago.   Although Tony and I had been acquainted prior to that unforgettable day, we became good friends thereafter, visiting whenever possible at Welcome Stadium, in the Neighborhood, at the Arena, the Frericks Ctr, and my Fitz  Hall office.   

No finer man ever wore the uniform in the "service and protection" of others; indeed, to have been among the many who Anthony Eugene Cloyd served, protected, and befriended shall remain a source of eternal gratitude.

Rest in Peace Dear Noble Friend,  Hope to see you on the other side.   Until then, thank you and God Bless you.

George DeMarco, Professor Emeritus of Physical Education-Studies 


What a loss for all of us. May Officer Cloyd’s memory be a comfort to all who loved him. Our daily smile and wave on Caldwell has been a part of my workday for many years. 

You were, and are, the best friend I’ve ever had. Thanks for keeping me out of trouble. Thanks for everything you taught me that I should’ve already known.  Thanks for everything Tony. I’ll miss you forever bud.

Officer Cloyd was  such a great asset to UD.  I worked at the campus health center and when we needed an officer to transport a student to the hospital he would respond with care and concern as well as his big smile.  A true professional and always treated our staff and students with respect.  He will be missed.  Thoughts and prayers to his family. 
Denise Ross

Thank you for teaching young people and working to keep our community safe.

For my brief time working at the University of Dayton officer Anthony was always a pleasure to talk to, work with and be around. 

He always made doing the fire drills on campus fun to do. He was always quick to help and lend a hand. He even rescued me from the Science Center elevator when I got stuck one summer. 

He will be greatly missed. My condolences to his family, his police family and everyone that had a pleasure of meeting and knowing him. 

Your smile will be truly missed but not forgotten. Rest In Peace Anthony!

Tony was one of the nicest people I have ever known. He's the type of person that when you meet for the first time he'd talk to you as if he'd known you for years. Always had a smile and wave for everybody
I'm going to miss driving by Caldwell Apartments where he was usually parked everyday and would wave to us as we drove by in our vehicles.

Officer Cloyd was a kind, caring and respectful officer who treated people incredibly kindly. I am heartbroken about his passing. May his family and friends know he was loved and appreciated.

Our prayers for strength and comfort to the Cloyd Family. Officer Cloyd was always friendly and spoke a kind word when I encountered him on campus. God Bless your family. 

RLNenonene
Department of Teacher Education
University of Dayton 



Anthony was my friend, he always called me "Doc," we enjoyed many great and long conversations on campus, and I will  miss him, forever. When he went to Japan a few years back with his mother, he brought me a present of a Japanese scroll painting; I cherish it, as an object, but even more so as an emblem of his kindness, his thoughtfulness, his generosity.  That he was there, completely on the other side of the world, and was thinking of me and what I would enjoy touches me deeply to this day.  Every time I saw a UD police cruiser I never failed to look to see if Anthony was at the wheel as I always was eager for that next moment with him.  I think I'll always continue to look for him and his wonderful way in this world as I move through campus and beyond in my life.  I loved Anthony Cloyd.  

Thank you for your service at the University of Dayton.  You were a tremendous asset helping us out at the Boll Theatre and the entire campus community. RIP, and God Bless your family!

Matthew J  Evans
Theatre, Dance and Performance Technology
Boll Theatre Manager

Officer Cloyd, was always so nice and such a friendly face on Campus here at UD.  He will be truly missed!  Thank you for your service Officer Cloyd. Thoughts and prayers for Officer Cloyd and his family.  



Not enough space to write all the memories I have, working with you for 16 plus years seems like yesterday when you started and I took you for a water log ride in a cruiser. I’m definitely missing you. 

My prayers and wishes for peace are with Officer Cloyd's family.  He was always a friendly face at UD's graduation ceremonies, we looked forward to seeing him each year.  Thank you for your service, Officer Cloyd.

Always helped me when I would lock my keys in my car, and never once seemed annoyed about it. One of the kindest officers on campus with a great sense of humor. 
-
A current UD student 

Thank you for your service to the UD community as well as the Dayton community. You will truly be missed.

AVIS DE DÉCÈS

Anthony Eugene Cloyd

15 février 1962 – 9 décembre 2021

Rose Hill Funeral Home & Burial Park

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