Last month, we shared a story about the creation of two new scholarships started by Albert and Sandra Payne (You can read about those scholarships here.). The Payne’s also started two new funds — the Edward R. Lloyd and Mildred P. Lloyd Fund and the Frank S. Dillon Fund.
Edward Lloyd was Sandra’s stepfather and Mildred was her mother. Edward attended the University of Miami, where he obtained a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering. He was a vice president of risk management with Dan River Inc. from 1968-85, working in New York; Greenville, SC; and Danville. He served in the Navy during World War II as a motor machinist’s mate first class and chief engineman on submarines. He was on active duty from 1941-47 and in the Naval Reserves from 1947-54. During his time in the Navy he received an American Defense Service Medal, an American Campaign Medal, an Asian-Pacific Campaign Medal and a Navy Good Conduct Medal. Edward was very active in the Danville community, volunteering with the Danville Humane Society, DOVES and God’s Storehouse. In addition, he participated in numerous mission trips with local churches and organizations while a member of Fairview United Methodist Church.
Mildred attended Greenville Technical College and obtained an associate of applied science degree in business. She worked at Dan River for more than 40 years, serving as the executive secretary at the corporate office and as the travel coordinator for the company plane. She also was the secretary for the sports department at what is now Averett University. Mildred was a member of the American Business Women’s Association. She volunteered with God’s Storehouse and was a member of a Walk to Emmaus Team. She held several leadership positions for various committees at Fairview United Methodist Church and Faith Memorial Baptist Church.
The Edward R. Lloyd and Mildred P. Lloyd Fund is a designated fund that will annually award grants to God’s Storehouse in Danville.
The Frank S. Dillon Fund was established in memory of Sandra’s father. Dillon attended Danville High School but quit at the age of 16 to support his mother — his father had died when he was two years old. He worked for the US Postal Service from 1946-1978. In addition to delivering mail, he painted and made repairs for members of the community from 1950-1990.
Dillon served as a staff sergeant in the Army during World War II. He was awarded the Silver Start Medal and the Bronze Star Medal. In addition, he received medals for Army of Occupation in Germany; American Campaign; European, African, Middle Eastern Campaign; and efficiency, honor and fidelity in multiple weapons awards.
The Frank S. Dillon Fund is a field of interest fund that will award grants to area charitable organizations that provide eligible residents assistance in home repairs and construction.
Albert and Sandra were both born in Danville and graduated from George Washington High School. Albert is a dentist with Danville Dental Associates, PC. The couple has long volunteered in the community and are active in their church, Trinity United Methodist Church.