Thomas Byrom Obituary

COLLINSVILLE - Funeral Services for Thomas "Weldon" Byrom, 80, will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, July 19, 2013 at the First Baptist Church in Collinsville with Rev. Keith Byrom and Rev. Jerry Davis officiating. Interment will follow in Belew Cemetery in Pilot Point. Services are under the direction of Meador Funeral Home in Whitesboro. Visitation will be from 6 -8 p.m. on Thursday at the funeral home.

Tom passed away on Monday, July 15, 2013 near Collinsville.

He was born on Sept. 24, 1932 in Aubrey to Arlis Thompson Byrom and Laura Mae (Daniel) Byrom. Tom married Betty Rose Gheen on Oct. 4, 1952 in Denton. He served 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, participating in the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. He also served as a field representative for the Veterans Administration for 20 years. His interests included watching his grandchildren's sporting events, fishing, parasailing, Texas Rangers baseball, The Collinsville Pirates and southern gospel music. Tom dearly loved the Lord and was a member of Crossroads Baptist Church in Collinsville.

Survivors include his wife, Betty Byrom of Collinsville; five sons, Thomas W. "Tommy" Byrom Jr. of Collinsville, John Byrom and wife, Betty of Collinsville, Phillip Steven Byrom of Gainesville, Texas, Mark Timothy Byrom and wife, Pam of Whitesboro and Keith Byrom and wife, Donita of Collinsville; 12 grandchildren, Thomas Weldon "Trey" Byrom, III, Jennifer Lynn Husbands, Amy Marie Byrom, Stacy Byrom, Corey Byrom, Phillip Alexander "Alex" Byrom, Stacy Escamilla, Jeff Matlock, David Byrom, Daniel Byrom, Joshua Byrom and Aaliyah Byrom; six great-grandchildren, Sophia Rose Husbands, Logan Robert Husbands, Maegan Rose Escamilla, Dylan Wade Escamilla, Brayden Matlock and Jaydee Matlock; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Marion Claude Byrom; and a sister, Thelma Joyce Payne.

Pallbearers will be Trey Byrom, Corey Byrom, David Byrom, Daniel Byrom, Joshua Byrom, Alex Byrom, Jeff Matlock and Chad Husbands.

To sign the online registry, go to www.meadorfuneralhomes.com.

Published by The Herald Democrat on Jul. 17, 2013.
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Well now that you have time en grade with Jesus say a lttle prayer for me your old school buddy and Air Force Too. Hello to Betty as well. "Way to go Nubbin" See I remember hour nick name as well.

Ray Reynolds, Aubrey and Irving TX, Tioga Too

Jean Reynolds

July 11, 2020

I think of Thomas and his family often.
You don't forget good people.
Nelda Jones

Nelda Benson Jones

Friend

July 10, 2020

Will always remember Weldon, I knew he and his
family a lifetime. Very wonder people.

Nelda Benson Jones

Classmate

July 17, 2019

I really liked Brother Thomas he was no doubter of who his Lord and Saviour were. He helped me in the darkest of times....may our Lord forever rest his soul....a good, and faithful, servant to our Saviour.

Johnny Kent

Friend

July 10, 2019

I remember Weldon fondly from school days at Aubrey, Weldon's job at Simpson Drug Store, Pilot Point HS , Classes and football and we joined the Air Force Together. We rode our ponies all over the woods around Aubrey. He was good one for sure. May God receive him into the warmth of his Love.
Ray Reynolds, Irving, TX

Ray Reynolds

August 11, 2014

My thoughts, prayers and my heart goes out to Mary and the entire family. Tom was the sweetest man and all who knew him loved him. Keeping you in my prayers.

Sylvia Chapman

July 20, 2013

Tho I only got to know you for a short while,I am thankful that God led our paths to cross as you were becoming such a great part of mine and Aaliyah's lives.
You gave us love and let us love you in return. You will be greatly missed.
You left behind a great Legacy and I know your Sons will carry it on.
Thoughts and Prayers are with you and yours. You are a inspiration to us all,Your Light will shine forever in our hearts.

Lois Montgomery

July 20, 2013

Your smiles and hugs were the bright and shining light to me yearly. You were a beacon, exhibiting Gods wonderful love. Heaven is far better now in having you there. My prayers and condolences to the family at this time. I have many fond memories of you and you will be greatly missed.

Marcie Byrom Kirby

July 19, 2013

I was a grade school,Pilot Point and North Texas school mate and remember digging a trench across the Aubrey schoolyard one summer(he and I). Everyone who knew him loved him and wil surely miss him.

Charles Mundie

July 19, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

GW Walden an Family

July 19, 2013

Tom was truly a great man from the greatest generation. He served his God, family and country all the days of his life. I cherish the time I was able to spend with him and his wonderful family. I can only imagine the smiles and hugs he is receiving in the arms of The Lord from the family and friends gone before him. In this we can all find peace.

Clyde Siebman

July 18, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the
Byrom family at this time. Tom will
be greatly missed.

Mary Byrom

July 18, 2013

I am so sorry I just can not believe it I gave him a big old hug at church Sunday and all seemed fine. God Bless your families ! Joann Lambert

July 18, 2013

John, Betty and family,
We are very sad to hear about your dad. You and your family are in our prayers and thoughts.

Chuck and Tanya Caldwell

July 18, 2013

Tom was the finest kind of man. It was great fun to have known and worked with him at VA. He cared deeply about the special clientele we served and always wanted to help others do a better job. Lead On.

Tom Menzie

July 18, 2013

Betty and boys- we have such good memories of the years we shared in Abilene. Tom was such a strong supporter
of the ministries of Pioneer Drive Baptist church. God bless and sustain you.

Bob and Betty Weissinger

July 17, 2013

We were so sorry to hear about Tom's passing. He was a good man. We were fortunate to know him.
Our thoughts & prayers are with the Byrom family.

Pat & Debby Crowder

July 17, 2013

I am so very saddened to learn of Tom's death. I have such fond memories of him. He was an instrumental figure in my younger years and I will remember him more fondly than you know. All of you are in my every prayer. Much love to each of you.

Glenna Cox

July 17, 2013

My condolences to the Byrom family.. He was such a gentle, kind, sweet man. He will be missed in the community. Even though he didn't really know my children, he would always give them hugs at church. Thank you God for introducing me, and my children to such an amazing man, I am proud to have known him.

Amy Cox

July 17, 2013

I have enjoyed friendship with Weldon since Elementary school in Aubrey , Riding our horses through the woods, Football and associations in HS at PP and joining the Air Force at the same time. He stayed for 20 and I was out in 4.
My thoughts and prayers to Betty and Boys. May the Lord recieve him into his Warmth and Presence to enjoy Love eternally.

Ray Reynolds, Tioga/ Irving, TX

J. Ray Reynolds

July 17, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Absalom (Abb) Campbell Jr

July 17, 2013

Dear Keith, Dontia, David, Daniel, Joshua, and Aaliyah,

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Bryom's passing. You are in my prayers.

Sidney McLaughlin

July 17, 2013

I will miss Tom so much. He was such a awesome man. I will always remember him at all the ball games, giving candy from his pocket to the kids. I saw Tom recently at Home Depot in Gainesville. It was such a nice surprise. I will think of him often. My prayers are with all the family.

Jane Kline

July 17, 2013

Betty and Family, You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mark Petty

July 17, 2013

My condolences to Tom's family. As a fellow Air Force retiree I admired his dedication to the military and to his country. I know he was a blessing to his family and you all can feel blessed to have had this man in your lives. May God bless each of you in this time of grieving.

Grady and Mary Ann Cox.

Grady cox

July 17, 2013

I always looked forward to seeing Weldon at the Byrom reunion every year I have a lot of fond memories, My thoughts and prayers go to Betty and their family he will be dearly missed

David Byrom

July 17, 2013

Betty Dear, I will always love you and Tom. He had such an impact on my life. After Ross died 29 years ago, Tom encouraged me to file for DIC benefits which has supplimented my income all these years. Thank you to Tom and blessings to you and family, Marty Aldridge

July 17, 2013

Tom will be sorely missed by not only those who loved him, but by the many people he touched every day. Always ready with the greeting of a strong handshake or a bear hug and a smile. What a fabulous example of how to live our lives. Loving God, Family and taking care of business... but never too busy for a random act of kindness. I remember, him showing up to mow our yard when Michael broke his shoulder... no conversation.. just mowed it and left .. knowing it was a good thing to do but wanting no credit.. His loved touched all of us. I know Jesus will be glad to count him among him many workers...but we will so miss him. We send our love and prayers to all of the family.

Vikki and Michael Aulie

July 17, 2013

I remember our trip to the Holy Land. May you rest rest in peace with the Lord. My deepest heartfelt condolences to your family at this time of your passing.

Johnny Kent

July 17, 2013

Dear Byrom Family,

Tom was such a blessing to our church and community. His loving heart was always expressed in his smile. We were richly blessed to have known this wonderful man. May God's grace comfort the Byrom's during this very sad time.

Kelsey and Lorrie Jones

Lorrie Jones

July 16, 2013

Betty, my thoughts and prayers are with
you and your family.
Love,
Nelda Benson Jones

Nelda Jones

July 16, 2013

our condolences go out to each of you at this time of your loss.. Im glad I got the chance to meet and become friends with Mr. Byrom he was a very nice man .he will be missed by many GOD wrap his arms around this family im cathy meyer sister

Tina Berryman

July 16, 2013

We are sorry to hear about Toms passing. He and Betty have been the best neighbors you could ask for. We will really miss him. He sure did talk about his grand kids a lot, he really loved them.

Don and Sandra Williams

July 16, 2013

Tom will be missed but never forgotten... What a guy! My prayers to Betty and family.

Frank & Carol Bennett

July 16, 2013

Mr Byrom was such a nice man. He will be missed. I also appreciate his time he served in the service of our country. He was a true Hero.

Denise Owens

July 16, 2013

Loved his welcoming smile and hugs at church each week. Praying for you all. Love, karen fox

Karen Fox

July 16, 2013

My deepest sympathy
to all the Byrom's and surrounding family and friends, may God grace you with memories of him to over come the pain in the loss of this sweet man.

Cindy Whisenant

July 16, 2013

We are so sorry to the Byrom family for the loss of Tom.May God comfort you all in this time of sorrow. Prayers sent to Betty and all of the Byrom family.

Colleen and Stan Deaner

July 16, 2013

We will miss our friend Tom, one of the first men we met when we moved to the area 13 years ago. Our friendship with him and Betty and the rest of the family has been a part of our most pleasant experiences.
Our love and condolences to Betty and the whole family.

Bill and Dot Lawson and our Collinsville family

July 16, 2013

Ive known Daddy Tom since I was a kid when he and Betty used to come up and visit Tommy at his Mechanics shop. Good Times. May God be with the family during this difficult time.

Brandon White

July 16, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of closure.

1st Thessalonians 5:17

Austin Lewter

July 16, 2013

You will be missed Tom. I am proud to be been able to call you a friend...

Brad Stone

July 16, 2013

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