Floyd was born on October 19, 1941, in Akron, Ohio, he was the fourth child of five born to Allen Sr. and Lela Belle Maxwell. He was a Central High School graduate, class of 1959. Floyd accepted Jesus Christ as his personal savior and was baptized when he was 12 years old at Second Baptist Church in Akron OH.
Floyd obtained an Associate’s Degree in Economics from the University of Akron and received certifications from the United States Postal Service and the Akron Board of Education.
Floyd retired as the Manager of Customer Service from the United States Postal Service after 33 years of service; He was also employed at the Oriana House, Inc. as a Resident Supervisor for 10 years.
Floyd was a real people person and enjoyed spending time volunteering at the Dr. Shirla R. McClain Gallery of Akron’s Black History and Culture at The University of Akron, the Oasis Board of Education, Miracle Tutoring, Bureau of Employment, Akron International Friendship and the Homeowner’s Association of South Carolina.
Floyd is preceded in death by his wife of 33 years, Joyce Maxwell, parents Allen Sr. and Lela Belle Maxwell, brothers Allen Jr. and Noah Maxwell, sisters LaBarbara Mundy and Lorraine Maxwell; brother-in-law Ralph Mundy, sisters-in-law, Ethel Marie Smith, Tarlene Maxwell, MaryAnn Maxwell and great granddaughter Gabriella Stark.
Floyd leaves to cherish his life and many memories, daughters, Monica Maxwell and Marcia (Aaron) Jones; grandchildren, Delbert (Courtney) Rackley Jr., Marcia and Darren Rackley; Jocelyn Stark, Courtney, Joy and Jade Jones; great-grandchildren Lela, Giovanni, Delbert III, Darrion, Nevaeh, Chylin, Leilani, Jayden, Jordyn, Jaxson, and Kehlani; great-great grandchildren Milani, Chaylin and Zy’on; special friend Adrian, godson Alonzo Edwards, and many nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Services will be held Saturday, February 18, 11:00 am visitation, 12:00 pm funeral, at Rose Hill Funeral Home & Burial Park, 3653 West Market Street, Akron, Ohio 44333 with Pastor Robert J. Lee officiating. Condolences may be sent to 2764 Pleasant Rd, #10336, Ft. Mill SC 29708.
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