Remembering Charlotte Evans Floyd
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Charlotte Evans Floyd (Psi 1947/James Madison) at the age of 100. Her contributions to the Sorority were impactful and never-ending, acting as a role model for all Sisters who want to contribute their share to Alpha Sigma Tau.
Born in 1924, Charlotte came from modest means and arrived at college ready to gain new experiences. Her gracious demeanor quickly allowed her to make vital connections on campus and ultimately find her way to membership in Alpha Sigma Tau. She was initiated into the Sorority at James Madison University, home of the Psi Chapter, on December 8, 1947, just two days before her 23rd birthday.
After graduation, she went on to serve the Sorority and the Alpha Sigma Tau Foundation in several capacities, from Chair of the Centennial Committee to National Secretary. She was a passionate member and leader of the Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter from its inception and attended 27 National Conventions, with her last being the 42nd National Convention in 2018 at the age of 93.
Charlotte was also the Secretary of the Foundation for more than 20 years, and a lifetime giving society is named in honor of her contributions. As part of her Foundation legacy, she also established the Charlotte Evans Floyd Scholarship for students in business administration, which has supported the academic endeavors of more than 25 members to date.
Though Charlotte rarely accepted credit for the contributions she made throughout her 78 years of membership, and her Sister-friends will remember that she preferred to be more “behind-the-scenes,” Alpha Sigma Tau has recognized Charlotte’s leadership and dedication over the years. She received an Ada A. Norton Award in 1978 and two Orders of the Yellow Rose (1996 and 2012). She was also recognized as Convention Alumnae Top Tau in both 1994 and 2016 and as the Alumnae Top Tau for the Northern Virginia Alumnae Chapter in 1996.
She was also honored as a Sustainer of the Sorority in 2000. This recognition was bestowed upon alumnae members for their dedication, loyalty, and perseverance in supporting Alpha Sigma Tau during the years between 1978 and 2000. Charlotte is one of only 17 members who received this recognition.
Professionally, Charlotte spent most of her career in the federal government sector, working for agencies such as the US Geological Survey (USGS) and the Department of the Interior. In addition to her support staff roles, Charlotte served as an Alternate Security Officer for USGS under the Associate Director and Director. She was recognized with the Meritorious Service Award from the Department of the Interior in 1970. Charlotte also had the privilege of being included with the officials of the Department of the Interior to visit Camp David in 1971. If you would like to hear more about Charlotte’s professional life, you can do so in her own words here.
She also stayed involved at her alma mater, sitting on the President’s Council at James Madison in 2012 and attending the Psi Chapter’s 75th Anniversary Weekend in 2019. She enjoyed entertaining family, friends, and Sisters at her Washington, D.C. home and often threw philanthropic dinners for Alpha Sigma Tau and other organizations.
Charlotte is preceded in death by her husband, Julian Jentus Floyd, her sister Col. Nannie Rudd Evans, and her brother Hilton C. Evans, Jr. She is survived by her niece and Friend of Alpha Sigma Tau, Ellen Evans Morey, and great-nephews.
Those wishing to honor Charlotte’s memory may donate to the Alpha Sigma Tau Foundation via the Charlotte Evans Floyd Scholarship below or to the Anchor Fund (Area of Greatest Need) on this donation page here.
If you wish to share a memory of Charlotte, please do so in the “I give because…” section of the form below. Thank you.
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