Floyd Irvin Overholt Jr.

Floyd Irvin Overholt Jr., 83, of Shawnee, Kansas, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.

A funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Amos Family Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Pleasant View Cemetery.

Floyd is survived by his loving wife, Nancy; two sons, Kevin Dean Overholt and his wife, Pam, of Lenexa, Kansas, and Christopher Thomas Overholt and his wife, Denise, of Shawnee, Kansas; and his beloved grandson, Max Kevin Overholt, his best buddy, and Max's fiancée, Makayla Lawe.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Floyd and Reva (Burch) Overholt of Canton, Georgia, and his sister, Janice Kay Phillips of Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Floyd was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Shawnee, where his faith in Jesus Christ was the foundation of his life. He believed wholeheartedly in the simple truth that he and Nancy often shared with others: "Put God first in your life, and everything else will fall into place." He lived those words every day.

He proudly served in the United States Army Reserves as a mechanic.

Mechanics were more than Floyd's profession—they were his passion. He had an extraordinary ability to understand how things worked and an even greater desire to help others. After years in the trade, he and Nancy owned and operated Bethany Care Home in Topeka, Kansas, during the early 1970s, where they devoted themselves to caring for others.

In the late 1970s, Floyd joined ARAMCO Services, moving his family to Saudi Arabia, where he taught and trained local mechanics to maintain the company's oil rigs. It was an adventure that created lifelong memories and demonstrated both his expertise and willingness to serve wherever he was needed.

Floyd was the kind of man who could fix just about anything. Blessed with an incredible mechanical mind, he freely shared his knowledge with anyone willing to learn. Whether it was repairing an engine, solving a complicated problem, or helping a neighbor in need, no task was ever beneath him. His heart was even bigger than his talents.

He was compassionate, hardworking, humble, loving, polite, and genuinely kind. His calm presence brought peace to those around him. It took a great deal to ruffle his feathers, but when it did, everyone knew it. He rarely complained, choosing instead to face life's challenges with quiet strength, wisdom, patience, and grace. Those who knew him respected not only what he could do with his hands, but the character with which he lived his life.

Floyd cherished every opportunity to fish and hunt with his sons and his grandson, Max. He was an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and Kansas Jayhawks basketball. Some of his happiest moments were the simple ones—watching a game, enjoying a family gathering, or spending a quiet evening watching movies with the love of his life, Nancy.

Their marriage was one that many admired. Through every season of life, they loved one another deeply and faithfully. The care, respect, and devotion they showed each other was evident to everyone who knew them and remains an example for their family.

Those who knew Floyd will remember not only what he built or repaired, but the steady presence he brought into every room. He led by example, loved without conditions, and left his family with a legacy of faith, integrity, humility, and service that will continue for generations.

Although his hands are now at rest, the lessons he taught, the values he lived, and the love he shared will continue through all who had the privilege of calling him husband, dad, grandpa, mentor, and friend.

He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, and everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him, but they rejoice in knowing he is now home with his Lord and Savior, reunited with those who went before him and free from pain.

The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff of Three Oaks Hospice, especially Lora and Mo, for the exceptional care, comfort, kindness, and dignity they provided during Floyd's final days.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Three Oaks Hospice or to Tunnel to Towers Foundation. 

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In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Three Oaks Hospice or to Tunnel to Towers Foundation.