Senator Josh Hawley introduces resolution honoring missionaries that died in Haiti
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Senator Josh Hawley has introduced a resolution honoring the lives and service of Davy and Natalie Lloyd.
In it he says, “All of Missouri mourns the loss of the Lloyds. They had servants’ hearts — were exceptional missionaries — and great Americans…”
Adding, “They selflessly dedicated their lives to serving the Lord and others — and the U.S. Senate honors their legacy.”
The couple was killed last month by gangs while serving in Haiti. They’d been serving there since January of last year. Natalie was the daughter of Missouri State Rep. Ben Baker and his wife, Naomi.
You can read the full resolution below:
Honoring the lives and service of Natalie and Davy Lloyd and expressing condolences to the family of Natalie and Davy Lloyd.
Whereas Natalie Elizabeth Lloyd
(1) was born on March 2, 2003, in Joplin, Missouri;
(2) graduated from Ozark Christian Academy and Ozark Bible Institute and College; and
(3) was known for her exceptionally kind heart and love for everyone she encountered and her dedication to caring for children;
Whereas David (referred to in this preamble as “Davy”) Joseph Lloyd, III—
(1) was born on July 3, 2000, in Tulsa, Oklahoma;
(2) grew up in Haiti, developing a heart for the Haitian community; and
(3) graduated from Ozark Bible Institute and College in Neosho in April 2022 and went on to become an effective preacher;
Whereas Natalie and Davy Lloyd were married on June 18, 2022, at the Bible Holiness Assembly of God in Neosho, Missouri;
Whereas Natalie and Davy Lloyd began their married life together in Neosho, Missouri;
Whereas Natalie and Davy Lloyd became full-time missionaries in Haiti in January 2023 with Missions in Haiti, serving the Haitian community and, in particular, Haitian children through a local orphanage; and
Whereas Natalie and Davy Lloyd were tragically killed by unlawful Haitian gangs on May 23, 2024: Now, therefore, be it
Resolved, That the Senate—
(1) extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Natalie and David (referred to in this resolution as “Davy”) Lloyd;
(2) recognizes and honors Natalie and Davy Lloyd as extraordinarily faithful missionaries, exceptional Missourians, and great Americans who selflessly dedicated their entire lives to God and serving others; and
(3) commemorates the amazing work Natalie and Davy Lloyd completed as missionaries in Haiti and the powerful legacy that the young couple leaves.
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