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Robert Byers Obituary
A. Byers Robert "Bob" A. Byers, 78, died on Monday, October 25, 2010, at Martha Jefferson Hospital after a long battle with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Stella Byers; and his sister, Georgette Byers.
Bob was born in Blackstone, Virginia, and was a lifelong Charlottesville resident.
He served in the United States Navy during the Korean conflict from 1949 until 1953. He was among the first computer data processing professionals in the area, working first for the Central Telephone Company, then as the Director of Data Processing for the City of Charlottesville in the 1960's, and later the Albemarle County and Charlottesville School systems.
He is survived by his wife, Irma Byers of Palmyra; his two sons, Dane Byers and family of Harrisonburg and Cole Byers and family of Charlottesville; his stepson, Eric Rainey and family of High Point, North Carolina; and a stepdaughter, Nikki Rainey of Richmond.
His gift of humor, laughter and love for life will be greatly missed.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, October 30, 2010, at the Beaver Dam Baptist Church in Troy.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Beaver Dam Baptist Church, 1794 Richmond Road, Troy, VA 22974 or the Lake Monticello Rescue Squad, 10 Slice Road, Palmyra VA 22963.
Friends may send condolences to the family at www.hillandwood.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Linda Sorrells
November 1, 2010
Irma,
I was so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. I know we will see him again soon in heaven. I'm sure he is singing and watching his favorite "B" westerns and probubly shaking hands with the actors that were in them. I can't wait to see him and sing some David Allen Coe songs.
My prayers are with you and the family, but I know GOD's grace always sees us through.
October 31, 2010
Cole and Dane, I hope the pain of your loss will quickly turn to great memories of the joy Bobby brought to those around him. Looking forward to toasting his life at the cabin. Szabo
October 31, 2010
Cole and Dane, my thoughts are with you and your family. Shane Abernathy
Mark Knopf
October 30, 2010
Cole and Dane, I'm sorry to learn of your dad's passing. By evidence of the character and humor in his sons, I know he was a special man. Our thoughts and prayers to the entire family.
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Avis Haney
October 30, 2010
Dane and Cole,
I am sending condolences from my mom Joyce Haney and myself. Bob and my dad Alvis Haney worked together at Centel and Bob hired me to work for the City. Bob will be missed. He was a good man.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cris & Darlene Lent
October 30, 2010
We are sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers! We were saddened to hear about Bob's passing, but are thankful that his suffering his over. His joy was such a gift to anyone who knew him. He always treated us like he had known us his whole life. We will miss the joy and fun that he brought to every occasion! We love ya Bob! Praying that God will comfort you and give you strength for the coming days. Cris & Darlene Lent
Rick Catlett
October 29, 2010
Dane and Cole- Your dad was a great guy. I will always remember his sense of humor, his passion for life, and the love he had for you. He will be missed.
John & Dolly Janezic
October 29, 2010
Cole,
We are so sorry for the loss of your Dad. With our prayers and condolences.
October 28, 2010
Thank you for your service, the light of heaven to you!
Lisa Spears
October 28, 2010
To the Byers Family,
We are so saddened to hear about Mr. Byers passing. He was such a dear customer of ours and so pleasant to work with. I know he will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during the days ahead. May God bless you all.
Your Friends @ JLK, Inc.
Byron Harris
October 28, 2010
Dane, Cole, and families,
I was so very sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad! I did not know he had been ill.. Your Dad was my Uncle and next door neighbor for many, many years! I always thought he was quite the character and delighted in his sense of humor! I will always remember him fondly.
Please take good care and may your memories of your Dad provide comfort.
Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With sincere Sympathy and Love,
Byron
Warren Catlett
October 28, 2010
Dane, Cole and all Byers - I am very sorry for your loss. It was always a great pleasure to meet your Dad, a very warm man indeed. Warren Catlett (Cat)
VIVIAN CRITZER DEANE
October 27, 2010
DANE, COLE & FAMILY
SO SORRY TO LEARN OF YOUR LOSS.
Mike Bell
October 27, 2010
Cole and Linell @ Family,
I am sorry to hear about your fathers passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Cole.
Peggy Hall Adldoost
October 27, 2010
Cole and Family-
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barbara Rickards
October 27, 2010
Dane and Cole -
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Babs, Suzanne, Cindy, Wendy and Jamie
Donna Rowland
October 27, 2010
Dane and Cole,
I am sorry to hear about your dads passing. I know you will surely miss him. I pray for your peace and comfort during this time.
October 27, 2010
dane .cole ,irma and family,
i cannot express the grief i feel at losing my dear friend of so long --we had great times and i will miss him dearly--my thoughts and prayers with you all--glenda
David Harding
October 27, 2010
Dane, Cole:
I am sorry to hear about your fathers passing.
David Harding
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