MARY SUE LOYD
Mary Sue Loyd, 61, of Richmond, MO, died on Thursday, December 7, 2017 at her home.

Mary was born on September 2, 1956 in Richmond, MO to Emery Edward and Erma Faye (McBriant) Loyd. They preceded her in death.

Survivors include; 1 son, Chad Wilson Loyd of Richmond, MO, 3 sisters, Bonnie Fields of Excelsior Springs, MO, Patricia Taffner of Richmond, MO, an Mary Gail of Tulsa, OK, 5 grandchildren, Kearia Railey, whom Mary helped raise, Haley Loyd, Chasity Goff, Kavanah Loyd and Kalijah Loyd.

In addition to her parents, Mary was preceded in death by a son, David T. Umphrey, 2 sisters, Marvalena Dickey and Frances Phillips.

Mary worked as a dietary aide at Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond. She was a lifelong Richmond resident. Important things to Mary were her family and living life to the fullest.

There will be a celebration of Mary's life held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, December 13, 2017 at the Ray County Senior Center (Eagleton Center) in Richmond. Inurnment will be at a later date. Arrangements by Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, MO. On line condolences may be left to the family at www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.