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IRON STATION - Jill Susan Abernathy Byers passed away Friday, July 12, 2013.
She was born Sept. 16, 1945, in Stanley.
She was the daughter of the late William and Sally McGinnis Abernathy.
She went to Stanley High School and graduated from Gaston College. She retired from the Salvation Army in Charlotte where she was a dedicated employee.
She is survived by her husband and son. She was the loving, Godly wife of her husband of 50 years, Mitchell Byers; and mother to Trent Byers of Lincolnton.
She will be greatly missed. Jill enjoyed her gardening, flower beds, fishing and cooking. She was a member and officer of the Genealogy Society. She was a computer whiz and a fine Christian lady. She loved her neighbors.
Survivors include her sisters, Janice Robinson and Ann Abernathy; and her brother, Doyt Abernathy.
A service to celebrate the life of Mrs. Byers will be held at 2 p.m. Monday, July 15, 2013, at the Woodlawn Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount Holly with the Rev. James Ramsey officiating.
Burial will follow at Hillcrest Gardens Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to The Salvation Army, 4335 Stuart Andrew Blvd., Suite 120, Charlotte, NC 28217.
Woodlawn Funeral Home, Mount Holly is serving the family.
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I am so sorry to hear about Jill. I worked with her for a few years at The Salvation Army and spent many breaks and lunch hours talking to her. She was such a kind person and will surely be missed. I will keep her family in my thoughts and prayers.
Leslie Miller Taylor
July 17, 2013
So sorry to hear about Jills passing, I went to High School with her, She was a lovely person. Be thinking of all of you at this time. Brenda Devine Stalvey
Brenda Devine Stalvey
July 17, 2013
My thoughts and prayers goes to the Byers and Abernathy families and friends. May our heavenly father grant peace and comfort to you at this time of sadness. (2Cor.1:2-4)
C. Ray
July 15, 2013
I worked with Jill at The Salvation Army for the whole time she was here. She was truly a good friend and a wonderful Christian person and I send my heartfelt sympathy to her family.
Pat Cuthbert
July 15, 2013
My husband I had the privilege to work with Jill at The Salvation Army. She is one of the people I made sure to say hello to in the morning. She was always smiling and happy. Anytime we would go to another state we would bring something back for her. When my husband was transferred from The Salvation Army in Charlotte to another location, when we would come back for a visit we always made sure to see her. We are praying for her family, friends and her Salvation Army family during this difficult time. May you find comfort in His arms.
Katrina Wilson
July 15, 2013
May God be with your family as you deal with this loss you experienced (Psalms 55:16).
J G
July 15, 2013
We express our sympathy to Mickey, Trent, and the whole family. It was exciting to hear about her travels abroad that she enjoyed so much and to see her posts on Facebook. She will be greatly missed, but an added angel.
Sincerely, Larry & Joyce
July 14, 2013
Mickey,sorry for your loss.Please know we are praying for you and know that Jill is in heaven. Bud Medlin
Bud Medlin
July 14, 2013
Jill will be missed by all who knew her. Jill was an active member of the Lay Family Genealogy Association and will be sadly missed by all who knew her. She was a great lady. My condolences to her family.
Jewell McKinney
July 14, 2013
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your loving wife, mother and sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Taylor & Carol
Taylor Duggins
July 14, 2013
I worked with Jill for a number of years at the Salvation Army. she was a great lady and I love to hear her stories about her family. She will be greatly missed.
Patricia Lemley
July 14, 2013
I am sorry to hear of Jill's death.God
bless you Mick and Trent as well as the rest of your family and close friends.
Grady Rhyne
July 14, 2013
We are truly saddened to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that others care and feel your grief. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Terry & Judy Waldrop
July 14, 2013
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