Search by Name

Search by Name

Rosie Byrd Obituary

BYRD Rosie M. Rosie M. Byrd, 74, passed away on May 5, 2009, at St. Vincent Mercy Medical Center. A native of Halls, TN she moved to Toledo, OH in 1952. Mrs. Byrd worked as a sales clerk for Wonder Bread retiring in 1975 after 6 years of service. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church where she served on the Mother's Board and was a former member of the flower club and the adult choir She is survived by devoted husband of 53 years, Sim Byrd Sr.; children, Sim (Anita) Byrd Jr., Tyrone (Pam) Byrd of Atlanta, GA, and Paulette Rasheed; 11 grandchildren; 5 great- grandchildren; brother, John L. Campbell; aunts, Henrietta Campbell, Lula Mae Jordan and Maggie D. Washington of Halls, TN; sisters-in- law, Irene Campbell, Helen Phillips, Corene Davis and Roberta Daniels and a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and dear friends. Visitation will be 5-7 p.m. Monday at Dale Riggs Funeral Home Chapel, wake service 10 a.m. Tuesday followed by funeral service at 11 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church Rev. Floyd Smith Jr., officiant. Burial Restlawn Memorial Park. www.dalefh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Blade on May 10, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Rosie Byrd

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

Irene and Tony Blue

May 11, 2009

We pray for your comfort and peace during this time of loss. We know that Mother Byrd is at rest with her Lord. Be encouraged and know that when we're absent from the body we are present with the Lord--the sweetest place we can dwell. We will understand it better by and by.

Cheryl Acuff (Dodd)

May 11, 2009

To Tyrone and the Byrd family, may God bless and comfort you during this time of sorrow. I pray you find peace in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. God Bless you all.

Jerilyn Ellis

May 10, 2009

To the Byrd family, I give my condolences. At this time it is good to have the love of your family and friends to keep you during this time. I also worked with Paulette at The Toledo Hospital in the Emergency dept. in the 1980's (Jerilyn Ellis). My mother-in-law was Marcella Ellis. I pray you lean on the love the Lord has for you, and always reember the good times and love mother shared with you. May the Lord truly bless and keep you. (216) 481-1390. Minister Jerilyn Ellis (BibleWay Community church)

christine zaborski

May 10, 2009

To the byrd family
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Rosie , she was a very kind lady .And we at TARPS will miss her . Our thoughts and prayers are with you all .May you find comfort knowing she is at peace.

Linda Elaine Watson

May 10, 2009

Sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that others are thinking about you and praying for you.
Sincerely,

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Make a Donation
in Rosie Byrd's name

Memorial Events
for Rosie Byrd

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Rosie's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Rosie Byrd's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more