Lauren Marie Floyd
November 19, 1985 ~ December 19, 2019
Lauren Marie Floyd, 34, of Columbus, Indiana, passed from this life and entered her eternal resting place in Heaven with her Savior, grandmothers and grandfather, at IU Methodist Hospital
Lauren was born November 19, 1985, in Columbus, Indiana, the daughter of Dean Floyd and Angela Floyd.
Lauren graduated in 2004 from Columbus East High School in Columbus, Indiana and graduated from Indiana University in 2008 with a BS in Tourism Management and a minor from the Kelly School of Business. Lauren currently was working for Columbus Regional Hospital as a Patient Financial Counselor. She participated in the Farmers Market and was known as the Tie-Dye Lady. Her depth of color theory was what made her such a great artist. Lauren was smart, funny, and quick witted. Her son Jackson, age 7, was the love of her life. In his words, “she has taken care of me every second of my life.” Her job as a mother was what she cherished the most. Lauren’s love for friends and family were evident with her beautiful smile as she talked with you.
Survivors include her parents, Dean (Leesa Koopman) Floyd and Angela (Greg
Brown) Floyd, both of Columbus; a son, Jackson Dean Floyd; sister, Rachel Dean
Floyd of Columbus; grandparents, Larry and Dorothy Buchta of Columbus; uncle,
John Buchta of Columbus; aunts, Kay (David) Mobley of Omaha, Nebraska; Anna (Doug) Pitkin of Huntington, West Virginia, and aunt Cindy of Columubs, IN.;cousins, Christopher Mobley of Omaha, Nebraska, Jarod Buchta of Columbus, Tanner (Tyler) Bowman of Lesage, West Virginia, Taylor Pitkin of
Knoxville, Tennessee, Emily (Jon) Sulak of Lewisville, Texas, William Pitkin of
Huntington, West Virginia, and Wyatt and Marie Bowman of Lesage, West Virginia.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Alfred and Jean Floyd and
grandmother, Flora “Beth Buchta” Willis.
The funeral will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 28, 2019, at Jewell-
Rittman Family Funeral Home. Calling hours start at 10:00 a.m. day of funeral.
Interment will be at Garland Brook Cemetery following service.
Memorial donations may be made to Jackson Floyd Memorial Fund, with checks
to be made out to the Jewell-Rittman Family Funeral Home.
We know Lauren would be thankful for all the prayers received while she was in the hospital and grateful to the doctors, nurses and staff at CRH and IU Methodist. It is our hope that the autopsy will give answers that may help someone in the future.
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I am so sad. Lauren had a heart of gold & hugged me every time she saw me. My heart cries for her family. She made me, my family & friends the most beautiful scarves. I will treasure them warmly. I am so sorry for her mother. Sincerely, Jerri Chalfant
I worked with Lauren at CRH Patient Financial Services Department….we sat back to back….we often got “the eye” from the boss because of our chatting throughout the day. We would then resort to texting and emailing each other…but they caught on to that because of our shared giggles and looks. I hated to leave that position just because of Lauren, it was one of the hardest things ever, to tell her that I got a different job at CRH on the main campus. We kept up with each other by texting, emailing and calls. I was able to talk to her last week when she came to the hospital cafeteria to get soup and kale salad…she loved both. I wish that I would have taken more time with her that day, instead of just a hey and a quick hug so I could get back to my desk. Lauren was one of the reasons that made me want to be at work…we had so much fun and we kept each other sane in the craziness of work. She was a precious girl that will always be remembered with a special fondness and love. Praying for your family…especially Jackson.
I had the pleasure of working with Lauren for a year or so at CRH and she was always so sweet and made me instantly feel welcome. She was someone who would offer advice professional or personal. Lauren wasn’t just a coworker, she was a friend. I’ll miss her always. My heart goes out to her family and friends. May she rest in peace.
Love,
Olivia Howe
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Lauren and I sat side by side at CRH Patient Financial Services Department at the hospital. I remember when she came in inquiring about the job. We had already been thru interviewing for this position before she came in and just sitting with her and discussing the job those few minutes we knew instantly she would be the one we had been waiting for. She was so nice and cheerful and bubbly. Once she was hired I wondered how will we ever get any work done with all this talking! We talked about family, faith in God and her beloved grandmother during the time of her illness and what I was going thru with my mother and her illness. She was always so caring and asked how all my family members were doing. She would talk about her sweet Jackson and how she loved him so. I am still in shock about her sudden passing and praying the family finds peace and comfort in Him. with heartfelt condolences – Maria Camp
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What a beautiful tribute to Lauren! There are a lot of memories to live on for Jackson as he grows up. Lauren was taken too soon in her young life. Our sincere sympathy to Lauren’s family, especially Angela, Greg, Rachel, and Jackson.
Love and Hugs,
Nancy and Dean Sandquist
Lauren had the most infectious smile a giving heart and she was the most understanding person I’ve ever spoken to. Her presence will be sorely missed. Anyone else wondering if she’s tie dying the pearly Gates? Love that girl!!!
I am at a loss for words. I know there is nothing for me to say that will make your loss easier but know that I am sending you my love and support. I hope you can understand what I can’t put into words. I know that Lauren was well loved and respected. She had great character and a big heart. Extending my most heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. – Annie
Lauren was part of my work family and I will treasure the time I got to spend with her. I have only sat by her for 5 months and she stole my heart. We loved sharing stories about dogs and family. She will be greatly missed by our little group. I loved that she was a little fireball, sweet, smart, and giving. Love you sweet Angel!
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I remember meeting Lauren at the Farmer’s Market. What a beautiful, talented young lady! I’m sorry for your loss.
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So very sorry for your loss. Lauren was one of the sweetest young ladies I ever knew. She will be greatly missed by many. Prayers for all for comfort.
My thoughts and prayers are with Dean and his family.
I’ve struggled for a week to find the words to express how much Lauren impacted my life. She was completely selfless in her friendships and so perfect a mother to Jackson. We had a relaxed friendship, so easy to talk to each other, and nothing was ever awkward. I could confide in her and trust her with anything, We both had a true love of color and because of that I would send her pictures of cool sneakers I’d found or an interesting tie-dye creation. She loved seeing my random knitting projects and really liked the more bright, rainbow-colored ones. She was supremely supportive and we could complain about the same things to each other but by the end of the conversation we would be laughing about everything. Even if she was having a terrible day, she always had a smile – she had a wonderful wit and it was sharp as a tack, especially when she was feeling sarcastic. I just loved having her as a friend and I can’t imagine not being able to talk to her again. My heart breaks for her family. No one should ever have to outlive a child, nor lose a parent so young as Jackson. I hope they are able to find peace and comfort in the days to come; they will remain in my heart and my thoughts.
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To Lauren’s Loving Family,
Lauren was deeply blessed with such wonderful gifts. Hold onto her truest gifts that live in each one of you. We both really enjoyed Lauren’s beautiful, easy expressions of JOY! When sadness tries to overtake you, let her gifts you love most to be your lifeline. She is always there and as near as you need
Deep sympathy for your painful loss,
Randy and Jeanie Scofield
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So tragic, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May Lauren rest in peace.
John Springmeyer
Such a beautiful person inside and out. May her family and son continue to stay strong! Rest in peace Lauren…
Life doesn’t give you many best friends like Lauren. From 4th grade through college, we were inseparable. Despite moving to Texas, I could count on talking to Lauren at least a few times a year: my birthday, her birthday, and then either Halloween or 4th of July (those were our holidays). It’s hard to imagine she is gone. I loved her fiercely and will always hold the memories we shared close to my heart. From trick or treating to cheerleading to passing notebooks back and forth in middle school, from riding horses at Schooner Valley Stables to triple lunch at Tapatios, from high school dances to frat parties, from long distance phone calls to meeting at the Commons so our kids could play while home for Christmas. She was a beautiful soul and her smile could never be forgotten.
I am so saddened by this. I will never forget Lauren. She and I worked together at Polo in Seymour and were very good friends. She was such a wonderful spirit and was so much fun to be around.
I will keep Lauren’s family in my prayers.