Lloyd N. Kennard, age 82, of Carthage, Illinois, and formerly a long-time resident of Anderson, Indiana, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, October 7th, 2026, at Memorial Hospital in Carthage.

He was born in Anderson on September 7th, 1944, to the late Lloyd and Frances Kennard. Lloyd grew up in Anderson, graduating from Anderson High School in 1962, where he was a proud and enthusiastic member of the high school band.

Following high school, Lloyd continued his education to master a skilled trade, becoming a pipefitter journeyman in 1964. That same year, he began a dedicated 35-year career with General Motors, working at the Guide Lamp plant in Anderson until his retirement in 1999. Lloyd loved his work, but he loved the camaraderie even more; he spent decades sharing countless stories and laughing over the memorable antics and high spirits of his fellow coworkers.

Lloyd was also a man deeply committed to his community. For many years while living in Anderson, he generously volunteered each month at the First United Methodist Church in their Helping Hands non-food pantry, ensuring local families had access to essential household and hygiene supplies.

After calling Anderson home for most of his life, Lloyd moved to Carthage, Illinois, seven years ago to live with his daughter. These final years were filled with the comfort of family, close connection, and cherished daily moments.

Outside of work and volunteering, Lloyd’s true happy place was out on the water. An avid fisherman, he loved exploring different lakes, but he was always happiest when he had a boat full of his grandchildren or great-grandchildren. The kids spent countless hours mesmerized by his talent for tying flies, always gathering around their "Grandpa" or "Old Pap" to eagerly ask him to make them more "bugs"—a title and routine he absolutely treasured.

Lloyd is survived by his loving children, daughter Dawn Owren (Chad) (with whom he resided) and son Michael Kennard; his grandchildren, Melinda Klamer, MacKenzie Nichols(Whalen), Mak Kennard (Natasha), Andrew Fleeman (Sarah), and Zachary Kennard (Kai); his great-grandchildren, Elizabeth Klamer, Kennedy Nichols, Adelyn Nichols, Andrew Nichols, Sophie Kennard, Erik Dockins, and Raiden Owren; and his sister, Sheila Mattice (Dan).

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Lynn Kennard; his parents; and his cherished grandchildren, Cory and Brittany Smith, daughter-in-law Denise Kennard

Services will be held at a later date in Anderson, Indiana, when his family can all gather to celebrate his life.

Lloyd’s family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to the staff at Memorial Hospital in Carthage; he truly could not have asked for better or more compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lloyd's memory to the Memorial Hospital Foundation (P.O. Box 160, Carthage, IL 62321).