Obituary: Capt. Lloyd James, 85, of East Haven

Obituary courtesy of Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home:

Capt. Lloyd James, 85, of East Haven passed away January 18, 2022 at home. He was born February 13, 1936 in Memphis to Lloyd and Maud (Ham) James. Lloyd is survived by his loving wife, Lynn (Chapman) James and his children, Lloyd James of Old Lyme, Mark James (Amy) of VT and step-daughter, Roberta Sabo of East Haven along with three grandchildren, Eric Carlson of East Haven, Taylor James of NY and Noah James of Montana. Lloyd is also survived by his step-mom, Shirley James of TN, siblings, Judy James of Colorado, Richard James of Florida, Diane Wallace of Oregon, sister-in-laws, JC Chapman of NC and Carol Chapman of MA. He is preceded in death by his parents, step-son, Michael Sabo and sister, Maryann James.

Following his childhood dreams, Lloyd became a commercial pilot for TWA. He operated as both a pilot and instructor for over 30 years. Lloyd also served in the US Navy as a missile technician. Lloyd lived a life full of travel and worldly experience.

All services are private with the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home (Clancy Funeral Home), 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven.