Kay Baker Floyd FLORENCE, SC - Kay Baker Floyd passed away on July 16, 2023, in Florence, South Carolina, surrounded by family. She was born in Timmonsville, South Carolina, on February 17, 1934. She graduated from Saint Marys College in Raleigh, North Carolina, and the University of South Carolina. She peacefully left behind a legacy of great accomplishments and a large loving family. She will be remembered for her great admiration of her family, the South Carolina Gamecocks, and traveling the world with her husband. Kay always set an example to those around her to see the good in everything and everyone with whom she crossed paths in her lifetime. Kay ran one of the largest farming operations in the state of South Carolina and was business manager for one of the first vascular laboratories in South Carolina. She also made great contributions to Florence as well as the state of South Carolina which led to the naming of the Floyd Conference Center in Florence, South Carolina, and the Kay and Eddie Floyd Football building at Williams Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina. She was a founding member of Arts Alive at Francis Marion University. She will continue to be remembered for them in the future. She took pride in being able to host many important figures in her home including Presidents George H.W. Bush and George W. Bush, Former First Lady Laura Bush, Senators Strom Thurmond, John McCain, Lindsay Graham, Jim DeMint, and Bill Frisk, Governor Nikki Haley, current Governor Henry McMaster and UN Ambassador John Bolton, Andrew Card and Andrew Young. She was involved and was a member of many organizations during her lifetime. Just a few of those are University of South Carolina Delta Delta Delta sorority, the C&S Bank Advisory Board, the Tarantella, Bay Blossom Garden Club, Meals on Wheels, and St. John's Church in Florence, South Carolina. Mrs. Floyd was preceded in death by her parents, Hazel Coleman Baker and Andrew William Baker; her brother, William Andrew Billy Baker, Jr.; grandsons, Cecil Edward Trey Floyd, III and Keith William Billy Buckhouse, Jr. She is survived by her husband of 66 years, Cecil Edward Eddie Floyd; daughter, Coleman Floyd Buckhouse (Keith); son, Cecil Edward Bubby Floyd Jr.; daughter, Emory Kay Sissy Floyd; grandsons, Joseph Edward Mac Getz (Melissa), Paul Baker Getz (Brenna), Edward Joseph Eddie Buckhouse, George Derrick Floyd; granddaughters, Martha Floyd Thompson (Hunter), Margaret Riley Daisy Buckhouse, Katherine Kay Kay Kay Getz, and Emery Anne Buckhouse; brother, Hugh Baker (Ellen); and sister-in-law, Emaline Baker. Due to construction at the sanctuary at St. John's, the funeral service for Kay Baker Floyd will be held on July 20, 2023, at 11:30 am at The Francis Marion University Performing Arts Center, 201 South Dargan Street. Visitation preceding the service will be held at 10:00 am at St. John's Church Parish Hall, 252 South Dargan Street. A private burial will follow the service. Services are directed by Waters-Powell Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Meals on Wheels of Florence, c/o The Senior Citizens Association, 600 Senior Way, Florence, South Carolina, 29505; Saint Mary's School, 900 Hillsborough Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27603; St. John's Church, 252 South Dargan Street, Florence, South Carolina 29501; or charity of ones choice.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jul. 18 to Jul. 19, 2023.

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for Kay Floyd

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20 Entries

Redding Moving system

June 9, 2025

There are no words that can help ease your pain. But just know that we are here for you sending healing prayers and comfort during this difficult lost of a special woman.

Meta Blackmon Foster

July 27, 2023

I was so sorry to hear of Kaye´s passing. I am keeping the family in my prayers.
Meta Blackmon Foster

Vicki Ratley, Greenville

July 26, 2023

Dr Floyd, Coleman, Sissy and Bubby, I remember how much my aunt, Jewel Ratley Singletary thought of Kay, as we all did. The epitome of a southern lady and Gamecock fan. Thoughts, prayers and blessings to your family.
Vicki Ratley

Linda M Hayes

July 25, 2023

I know you are in gamecock heaven.

Love,
Linda M Hayes

Ravi

Planted Trees

Moultrie and Mary Catherine Plowden

July 20, 2023

Dr. Floyd, Coleman and Bubby.
Mary Catherine and I send our sincere condolences. She has many fond memories of working with Colman on projects.
May God's grace give you comfort.
Moultrie D. Plowden

Rep Robert & Janice Williams

July 20, 2023

We are deeply saddened to hear about Mrs Kay’s passing. Losing a loved one is never easy. We pray for your strength and happiness during this time of sorrow..Strength to face tomorrow and happiness from the memories she left behind. May God comfort each of you in His special way and His Joy covers you daily..

Joe Andeson

July 20, 2023

So sorry to learn about Kay. We will always remember the many occasions to greet and talk with her at Carolina and NBSC events over the years. She will be sorely missed by you and family and many friends in the Carolina family. Our prayers are for your family during this time of grief and recovery. Sincerely, Joe and Carol Anderson

Bob Marcum

July 20, 2023

, for Eddie and the Floyd family. Bob Marcum

John Hines

July 19, 2023

Mac and Baker,
Jen and I are so sorry for your loss. I know you two will cherish the countless memories you shared with Mama Kay. Memories that will continue to shape the wonderful people you have grown to be. I know you will always make her proud. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, John and Jen Hines

Laurens W.Floyd, Jr.

July 19, 2023

Eddie: my sister, Julia, and I just read of Kay's passing tonight in the Post and Courier and are so sorry to hear of it. We cannot come to the service tomorrow as I will not have my car and Julia is working. Please know that we are thinking of you and directing our prayers to you and your immediate family.

Laurens W. Floyd, Jr.

Steven Cooper

July 19, 2023

My heart, sympathy and deepest condolences go out to the family of Kate Baker Floyd. She was an amazing woman as I've read in this obituary. May God give you all peace in this most difficult of times.

Charlene G. Lowery

July 19, 2023

I am saddened to hear of the loss of my dear friend. I will
Continue to pray for all of you.
God bless.

Kim Williams

July 18, 2023

Our thoughts and prayers at this time love Grace and Kim williams

Susan Caulder

July 18, 2023

Kay was à true southern lady. I had the pleasure of working for and with Dr. Floyd and Kay. She always had a smile and pleasant additude. She will be missed by many. Prayers for the family.

Teresa Myers Myers ErvinErvin

July 18, 2023

Dear Dr. Floyd and family,
I’m sorry for your loss of such a dear loved one. My heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you!

Viola Oakley

July 18, 2023

Dr.Floyd and family,I am so sorry for your loss. I know that Miss Kay is in heaven today with our Lord. She was one of the finest ladies I have ever met. She was the epitome of what God is all about. She loved every one. She found good and everyone she met and treated people that same way. I will never forget her. I thank God that I could call her my friend. You all are in my prayers. I am a better person for knowing her.

Betty Bridgeman

July 17, 2023

Eddie and family, I am so sad to hear of Kay's passing. She was a beautiful, gracious lady! My heartfelt condolences and prayers are with you and the family! Sincerely, Betty Bridgeman

Chris Hubbard

July 17, 2023

Eddie and family, we are so saddened to hear of Kay’s passing. She was the nicest, kindest and most charming lady. She will be remembered fondly by all that knew her. Sending our prayers and condolences.

Sincerely,
Chris, Julia, Mason, Madeline and Morgan Hubbard

Lauren Dunn

July 17, 2023

Mama kay was a gem. Much love to you all. Hugs all around.
Lauren and Moe

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