Elmer Clayton Floyd
Born on July 5, 1952 in Watseka, IllinoisPassed on Oct. 27, 2025 in Melbourne, Florida
Elmer Clayton Floyd, 73, entered into eternal rest on October 27, 2025. Born on July 5, 1952, Elmer lived a life rooted in faith, service, and compassion. A devoted man of God, he dedicated his life to ministry and to uplifting others through his work with Youth for Christ, and serving as a pastor at First Presbyterian Church (Aurora, Illinois) Eastminster Presbyterian Church (Indialantic, Florida), Life’s Oasis (Melbourne, Florida), Buena Vida (Melbourne, Florida), and First Baptist Church of Indialantic.
Elmer’s passion for sharing God’s Word was evident in every sermon, conversation, and act of kindness. He especially loved working with youth, inspiring generations to grow in faith and live with purpose. Through his mentorship as a wrestling coach and his leadership in the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, he profoundly influenced hundreds of lives. His ministry reached far beyond his local community— his international mission work touched countless people around the world, offering hope, encouragement, and love wherever he went.
Known for his big heart and easy laugh, Elmer had a gift for making people feel seen, supported, and valued. Whether helping someone in need, offering wise counsel, or simply sharing a smile, he left a lasting impression on everyone he met. Outside of ministry, he found joy in blues music, motorcycles, cowboy boots, and the company of his dear friends and family—who will miss him deeply.
Elmer is survived by his loving wife, Doris, and his daughters, Rebecca and Leah along with his two son-in-laws, Kip and Kevin, three grandchildren, Marlee, Loen and Loretta, his sister, Dee Splayt and his beloved nieces and nephew. His life was a testament to faith in action and love without limits, and his legacy lives on in the hearts of all those, encouraged, and cared for across the globe.
Elmer’s celebration of life service will be held at First Baptist Indialantic Church November 15, 2025 at 1 PM followed by a reception.
