Alexandra Speed Floyd, devoted volunteer, world traveler, and beloved mother and grandmother

Alexandra Speed Floyd, known to family and friends as Sandy, whose sharp wit and sense of community and adventure defined her life, died Thursday, February 26, 2026. She was 86.

Mrs. Floyd was born March 23, 1939, in Louisville, Kentucky, to Evarts Speed, Jr. and Jessie Clark Speed. She attended Villa Duchesne boarding school in St. Louis and later Duchesne Residence School in New York City. Her family spent summers in Amagansett, Long Island, where she developed a lifelong love of the water and sailing, and a deep connection to the community.

Mrs. Floyd began her professional career at IBM in New York City. While living in the city, she met her future husband, Robert Patrick Floyd, Jr., at a college tea dance. The couple married in 1960 and settled in the Philadelphia area. They made their home in Rosemont, where they lived for more than 40 years and raised their family. Mrs. Floyd later moved to Wayne.

Mrs. Floyd lived a life defined by service and curiosity. She raised four children, traveled to all seven continents, and dedicated decades to volunteer leadership across the Philadelphia region. Her most cherished civic organization was the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, where she volunteered continuously beginning in 1962 and was a member of its Executive Board for many years. She served for eight years with Women's Way, supporting women's health and human services in Philadelphia. Mrs. Floyd was also a lifelong member of the Junior League, contributing her time and leadership to causes that strengthened her community.

Mrs. Floyd is survived by her son, Robert Patrick Floyd, III (Laura) of Annapolis, Maryland; her son, John Speed Floyd (Stacy) of Dagsboro, Delaware; and her daughter, Alexandra Floyd Bray (Jim) of Severna Park, Maryland. She was preceded in death by her son, David Symington Floyd and husband Robert Patrick Floyd, Jr. She is also survived by her seven beloved grandchildren: Patrick Floyd, Nicholas Floyd, David Floyd, Michael Floyd, Coleman Bray, Kate Bray, and William Bray.

Mrs. Floyd will be remembered for her sharp wit, sense of adventure, and contribution to the community. Contributions in her memory may be made to the Amagansett Village Improvement Society .