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Carolyn BYRUM Obituary
She was a lifelong resident born Dec. 21, 1941, in Poquoson and resided in Hampton for more than 45 years as a homemaker. She was a member of Victory Baptist Church in Hampton since 1969.
Mrs. Byrum was a devoted and loving wife of more than 51years to Joseph E. Byrum Sr. who survives her along with her son, Joseph E. Byrum Jr. and wife, Tammy; daughter, Jean C. Wright and husband, Jeffery; two loving grandchildren, Daniel B. Wright and wife, Michelle, and Ashley N. Harris and husband, Rodney; two treasured great-grandchildren, Nicholas L. Harris age 3, and Justin L. Harris age 2 weeks; and a host of extended family and many friends.
She was preceded in death by her loving father, James T. Berry; mother, Annie L. Berry; two sisters, Jean B. Holloway and Ann P. Farmer; and two grand-babies.
Through her long years of on and off illness she found great enjoyment in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also very much loved all of her grand-animals as she called them, Buddy, Kona, Chrissy Bird, Monroe, Madison, Jake and Lexi.
Through the years, she always kept her strong faith and trust in the Lord. Those who knew her knew her as a kind and caring person to all. She never met a stranger and would never leave without a hug and a kiss.
The family would like to thank everyone for their prayers and many expressions of love. They would also like to thank the Heartland Hospice Group for their kind love and great compassion through a difficult time. The family would also like to give special thanks to Ms. Ann Curry of Hampton for her longtime love and companionship to the entire family.
A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 11, 2010, at R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, by the Rev. Samuel Hyde, with interment to follow in Parklawn Memorial Park. The family will receive friends from 6:30 to 8 p.m. tonight, at the funeral Home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carolyn BYRUM
August 20, 2010
Joe, Jean, Joey and Family,
When I heard of Carolyn's passing all kind of memories came to mind some happy, some sad, but all were good. Just remember you have family and friends that are there for you if you need them. Please let me know if there's anything I can do. God Bless you all.
Shirley Benson
August 13, 2010
Joe, As I read the entries about Carolyn and her influence on others, I realize the loss to you and your family. For many years you have spoken
fondly of Carolyn when I visited your business. What great memories you have to cherish. Her reward is in Heaven. See you soon, Allen Rogers
Romans: 8:28
Deanna Spain Jones
August 12, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with the family...
Bug (Diana) Galloway (Wilkie)
August 11, 2010
Dear Joe,
I did not know your wife, but knowing you I know the Good Man will take care of her. May God Bless you and your Family and all your Friends esp. during this time of sorrow
Cathy Blount
August 10, 2010
Dear Joe and family,
We wanted you know our thoughts and prayers have been with you. So sorry we are not there during this time. Carolyn was a loving person and will be missed by our family and many others. God bless you all. Love, Aunt Lenora, Cathy, Tim and Taylor
Steve and Debbie Puckett
August 10, 2010
Jeff and Jean,
So sorry to hear of the loss of the one that you love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Steven and Debbie Puckett
August 10, 2010
Joe and Tammy,
Sorry for the passing of your mother. Our prayers go out to you and your family.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jerry and Cindy Moore
Autumn Francis (very close friend with Adam Family)
August 10, 2010
My families prayers are with you and your family.
August 10, 2010
Joe, Joey, and Jean. I am sorry about Carolyn passing. My prayers are with you.
Frances Burton
Doug & Ollie Lackey
August 9, 2010
Joey and Tammy, our prayers are for you. Asking God to help you make it through this difficult time. Carolyn was a very sweet and loving person. She and her mom were there for me when my mom passed away. I am elated that I have memories of her smile and compassion. I know that God has a special place for her in Heaven.
Susan Miller
August 9, 2010
Joey and Jean,
I am so sorry to hear about your mother passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Susan Miller {Ward}
Nancy Reel
August 9, 2010
Joe and Tammy,
I am so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. I ran into Ed a couple of weeks ago and he told me of her illness. I know it was hard for ya'll to let her go, but she now has a new body and is pain free. She is dancing and singing in Heaven with Granny now. I have such great memories of all of us getting together and the guys playing music. I can hear Carolyn's voice when she would say to Joe, "hey Joey, ya'll play Oh Carol". Tammy, I know you remember that. Those were such good memories. Carolyn was a sweetheart and a good soul. I am praying that the Lord will wrap his arms around ya'll during this time, and that you will lean on him for his comfort and mercy.
Nancy Reel
Debbie Glover-Cox
August 9, 2010
Joe, Jean, Joey and family...I am thinking of you all during this time. She was loved so so much by you and had the most caring family anyone could ask for. You all were more like family to us than neighbors. I will always remember her smile, and even when sick, she was still smiling...I just know she is up there with daddy now and is finally at peace...
Love and prayers...
August 9, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Love and many blessings, Tom Hudgins
Terry Sutton
August 9, 2010
Joe, Jean and Jeff, Tammy and Joey, Daniel and Michelle, Ashley and Rodney and babies,
We love you all. You have always been our family's second family. We've had wonderful and sad times together. We love all of you and Carolyn. We will miss her terribly, but she suffers no more. She's sitting in heaven with her parent's and sister's watching over us all and hoping the best for us all. You are in our thoughts and prayers and know if you ever need anything you know to contact the Pennybacker's. We are there for you always, we love you.
Lelia Mahoney (Dawson)
August 9, 2010
I am so sorry for the lost of the one you love so much but know she is in the presence of Lord and Saviour and is in no more pain.
Michele Smith
August 9, 2010
My heart goes out to Joe, Joey and Jean. Carolyn was like a second mother to me growing up and I have great memories of her, she was a kind and caring woman. I'll miss you Carolyn, but I know you are in a better place now.
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