Lloyd Emory Field

Lloyd E. "Roadrunner" Field, 88, of Richmond, CA passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2015. Like many of the great generation, he proudly served his country in the Army Air Corps during World War II. A tradition his grandson, Zephram, now proudly carries on. He was born April 25, 1927 in Salamanca, NY to Emory and Clara (Woodworth) Field. After the war, Lloyd met and eventually married his wife, Muriel J. Parr, of over 65 years on June 16, 1950 in El Cerrito, CA. They, both originally being from the East Coast, met and lived in Richmond, California, where they raised their daughter Candy and foster daughter Paula. Their home was rarely empty of children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren or their friends, each having spent time in their home. Lloyd is survived by his wife Muriel, daughter Candy, foster daughter Paula, grandchildren Melanie, Heather, Janette, and Zephram, and great-grandchildren Mena, Michael, Jennifer, Zander, Jacob, Logan, Leia and Talia. He is also remembered by the spouses of his daughter and grandchildren, extended family and close family friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and one brother. Lloyd spent the majority of his career working for the Rheem Manufacturing Company and had the distinction of working for 50 years as a member of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers and was awarded the Jewelled Veteran's Badge. When he was not working, he spent his time in pursuit of his many interests which included nature, camping, searching for agates, tending his roses, reading and watching science fiction, and making beautiful wooden clocks and canes. While mostly quiet in his later years, Lloyd had been a good natured "trouble-maker" with the nick name "Toughy" often causing havoc with his cousin Jim, who was much like a brother to him. Lloyd enjoyed long drives, be it on his motorcycle back in his younger days, or taking the family on trips in the camper. He was the rock of his family who helped to keep his family grounded in the possible. His quiet presence will be missed. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, July 31, 2015 at 11:00 am at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Metamora with visitation one hour prior to services at the church with Father Greg Jozefiak officiating. Burial will be held in St. Mary's Cemetery, Metamora. In lieu of flowers the family requests any donations made in his honor go to PAWS, 2600 NE Perry Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603. Online condolences at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.