This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: marcenath Surnames: Lloyd, Keener Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.newmexico.counties.donaana/4564/mb.ashx Message Board Post: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Velta Elizabeth (Keener) Lloyd on Saturday, July 10, 2010. She currently resided in Las Cruces, formerly lived in Albuquerque and Cimarron, NM. She was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Rolland D., son and daughter-in-law Gary and Pearl Lloyd of Albuquerque, her parents, three brothers and one sister. Velta was born on August 28, 1913 in Wellston, Oklahoma. Her family settled in New Mexico in the 1920's where her father was a rancher in Clayton, NM. She graduated from Clayton High School in 1933. High School is where she had her first instruction in the wonderful world of art. Her art teacher saw right away that she had a special talent for art. From that time on she had continued to study art, painting throughout her lifetime. She loved the Southwest landscape and obviously living in New Mexico had provided a great opportunity for her in that area. Having lived in Central and South America for many years a! lso gave her insite to different venues of art with their large cultural and geographical differences. After returning to New Mexico in the early 1960's she belonged to the Nor-Este Art League in Albuquerque and privately taught art for many years. She was also a member of the Sierra Art Society in Truth or Consequences, NM and participated in the Clayton Art Council and Santa Fe Trail Art Association. Over the years she had shown in numerous juried shows and participated in many art festivals throughout the Southwest. Her work had been shown and displayed in several galleries, commercial properties and private collections throughout the United States. Aside from her husband, sons and extended family, art was the mainstay of her life. It gave her great solace and comfort. She put her view of the world on canvas for all to see and that view was beautiful indeed. She lived a long wondrous life and gave much to the world with her love, compassion and understanding. She lived l! ife with grace and dignity leaving a lasting impression on every one s he met. She was a member of the First Baptist church in Cimarron, NM for many years continuing to maintain her deep and abiding faith. Although gone, she will not be forgotten by all those that knew and loved her. She is survived by two sons; William (Bill) of Las Cruces, NM and wife, Chris and D.Scott of Truth or Consequences, NM. She is also survived by two brothers, Paul Keener and family of Albuquerque, NM and David Keener and family of Canon City, CO, 7 grandchildren, 13 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. Numerous brother and sister in laws, nieces and nephews also survive. The family wishes to extend a heart felt THANKS to the staff at the Las Cruces Nursing Center for their love and devotion during her final days. As well, we are deeply indebted to those at Ambercare Hospice, especially our dear Laurel, Betty, Kathy and Kathy G. and all who gave so much for her and the entire family. At Velta's request cremation has taken place. Arrangements are with! La Paz - Graham's Funeral Home, to send Velta's family condolences log on to www.lapaz-grahams.com. A memorial service will be held in her honor at Sandia Memory Garden's, Albuquerque, to be announced at a later date. If desired, contributions may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure . Phone: 505-265-4649 . komeninfo@lobo.net. Mailing Address: P.O. Box 30047 Albuquerque, NM 87190 Published in Las Cruces Sun-News on July 11, 2010 Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.