By J. DuBois
GREELEY 11 July 2024 (NRom)
It is with a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of His Serene Highness Prince Lloyd Douglas Worley, Duke of Maxalla, on July 4, 2024, at the age of 77. Prince Lloyd was a man of many talents and accomplishments, leaving an indelible mark on the academic, spiritual, and community realms.Born in Lafayette, Louisiana, on September 11, 1946, Prince Lloyd's journey was one of intellectual curiosity and devotion to his faith. He earned his Ph.D. in English from Southern Illinois University in 1979 and went on to have a distinguished academic career, serving as a professor at several prestigious universities, including the University of Northern Colorado, where he chaired the Department of English and directed the Composition program.
Prince Lloyd was renowned for his pioneering work in the field of "Neo-Gothicism," a contemporary literary movement that drew inspiration from the rich traditions of the 18th-century Gothic novel. As the editor of the prestigious "Ruthven Literary Bulletin" and a long-standing director of the American Literature Division of the International Association for the Fantastic in the Arts (IAFA), he made significant contributions to the scholarly understanding and appreciation of this genre.
Beyond his academic pursuits, Prince Lloyd was a deeply spiritual individual, serving as an auxiliary bishop and Vicar-General of the Liberal Catholic Church, Province of the USA. He was also the Grand Master of the Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem.
His Apostolic Highness Prince-Bishop Rutherford I of Rome-Ruthenia remembered Prince Lloyd's kindness and dedication with great fondness, stating, "Prince Lloyd was a true servant of Christ, whose compassion and wisdom inspired all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy will continue to guide and uplift those who seek to follow in his footsteps."
In addition to his academic and spiritual accomplishments, Prince Lloyd was also a talented magician, known as "Worley the Wizard," and the founder of the SAM 292 chapter in Greeley, Colorado, where he shared his love of the art with fellow enthusiasts.
Prince Lloyd is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, H.S.H. Princess Maydean Mouton Worley, their children, Baroness Erin S. W. Satterlee (husband Rev. Fr. Brian Satterlee) and Baron Albert Worley, and his grandson, Michael Satterlee.
As we bid farewell in this life to this remarkable man, we are reminded of the profound impact he had on the lives of those around him. Prince Lloyd's legacy of scholarship, service, and spiritual devotion will continue to inspire generations to come. May he rest in eternal peace, and may his family find solace in the knowledge that his memory will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
