Loyd Frances Haywood

Loyd Frances Haywood, born on August 20, 1931, in Vienna, Illinois to the late Lloyd Franklin and Mildred Hess Veach, peacefully passed away on January 3, 2026. She was a trusted office manager for several prominent physicians over many years and served as secretary for the Baltimore School of the Bible for a time. She was also a devoted member of Brooklyn Bible Chapel, where her unwavering faith and compassion touched the lives of many, leaving an enduring legacy of fellowship.

In her earlier years, Frances was an active participant at the YMCA, where she embraced the joy of physical activity by competing in the senior Olympics. Her passion for swimming was matched only by her love for reading, gardening, sewing and playing solitaire. Among the many friendships she forged throughout her journey, Frances was also a proud member of the Doughmakers Investment Club.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 49 years, John Joseph Haywood Sr.; loving daughter, Rebecca Weber; beloved grandson, Benjamin Haywood and her dear sister, Lora Jo Rude.

Frances is survived by her loving children, Pamela Schneider and her husband, Robert, John J. Haywood Jr. and his wife, Joan, Joanna Weitershausen and her husband, Robert, Elaina McNeill and her husband, James. She will also be missed by her adored grandchildren, Jesica Haywood, Bryan Satterfield, Robert Schneider III, Robert Weitershausen III, Naomi Haywood, Jonathan Schneider, Rome Weber, Jacob Weber, Kyle McNeill, Kacie McNeill and Kolin McNeill; four cherished great-grandchildren; and many beloved nieces, nephews and their families.

Visitation services will be held at Singleton Funeral and Cremation Services PA in Glen Burnie, MD on Weds., January 14th, from 2:00 to 4:00 and again from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. The funeral service in her honor will take place the following day, Thurs., January 15th, at Brooklyn Bible Chapel in Baltimore, MD, starting at 11:00 AM, followed by the burial at Glen Haven Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Brooklyn Bible Chapel, 502 Jack Street, Baltimore, MD 21225.