Ed Lacy Haywood, 88, of Devine, Texas, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. Born on July 27, 1937, Lacy lived a life filled with kindness, laughter, and an unwavering love for family and friends. Known for his steady nature, quick wit, and generosity, Lacy touched the lives of everyone he met.
A cowboy through and through, Lacy spent much of his life as a rancher, where he enjoyed riding and caring for his horses. He found peace in open pastures and quiet mornings in the saddle, where hard work and simple pleasures shaped his days. His love for animals and the outdoors reflected the same patience and loyalty he gave to his family.
Lacy attended school in Natalia, Texas, and devoted nearly 60 years of his life to Cox Cattle Company and Cox Feedlots, Inc. Throughout his career, he worked as a tractor driver, mechanic, truck driver, and all-around jack of all trades. Known for his strong work ethic and dependability, Lacy could fix just about anything and never hesitated to lend a hand to others. He took pride in a job well done and earned the respect of everyone who worked alongside him.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Sharon Haywood; his sister, Juanita Jones; his children, Vincent and Elexa Allen, Randy William, Robert and Melanie Haywood, Stacy and Amy Haywood, Sheila and Denis Haynes, and Whitney Haywood and Rodrigo Gomez; his stepdaughter, Nicole Haywood; 20 grandchildren; and 19 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Melicia Haywood, and his siblings, Lucille Brooks, Annette Todd, Gene Haywood, Liz Haywood, and Vivian Fields.
Though deeply missed, Lacy’s spirit will live on in all who knew him – riding with every sunrise over the Texas fields he loved.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, November 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Natalia, 301 Pearson Street, Natalia, Texas. Family and friends are invited to attend and honor his remarkable life.
Ed Lacy Haywood
