William D. Byrne M.D.

William Byrne Obituary

WILLIAM DRAPER BYRNE, M.D.
On Saturday, July 23, 2011 of McLean, Virginia. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years, Mary Largent Byrne. Loving father of Susan Byrne Rust of Annandale, VA, Thomas Ryan Byrne of North Potomac, MD, Dr. Kevin Joseph Byrne of Princeton, NJ, Patrick James Byrne of McLean, VA, Sr. Deirdre Byrne, POSC, of Washington, D.C. Mary Frances Byrne of McLean, VA, Dr. John Philip Byrne of McLean, VA, Fr. William Byrne of Washington, DC. Brother of Ambassador Thomas Byrne (Retired) of Chevy Chase, MD, Marie Byrne, David Byrne, Dan Byrne, and Anne Byrne. Also survived by 20 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Friends may call at St. Luke Catholic Church, 7001 Georgetown Pike, McLean, Virginia 22101 on Wednesday, July 27 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Rosary at 11:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 12 Noon. Reception to follow immediately. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Little Workers of the Sacred Hearts, 3650 15th St. N.E. Washington, D.C. 20017.

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Published by The Washington Post from Jul. 25 to Jul. 27, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for William Byrne

12 Entries

Becky Fillinger

August 3, 2011

Dear Sr. Dede and Mary, I am very sad to hear of your father's passing. He was very kind to me and was so very proud of your family. My sympathies to you all at this time. Becky Fillinger

Joseph Alfano

July 27, 2011

To the Byrne Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May it give you comfort to know William is with the Lord now looking down with pride and joy at all of his family. On a personal note, I had heart surgery several years ago. Sr. Licia and Sr. Dede (of the Little Workers of the Sacred Hearts) sat with my wife during the surgery. Sr. Dede also brought her dad who had been a pioneer in heart surgery in the Northern Virginia area. When the operation was over and my surgeon came out to update my wife, he immediately recognized one of his mentors and teachers, Dr. William D. Bryne. I truly believe there was Divine intervention there. William Byrne may no longer walk among us on this earth; but through his exemplary life, he will live in all of our “hearts” forever. God Bless you all. Joseph, Betty, Angela & Anthony Alfano

July 27, 2011

Dr. John Byrne and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and yours. Anthony and Susan Moller

Charles and Bette Tychsen

July 26, 2011

Dear Sr. Dede,
Bette and I just heard about your father's death. Knowing you, and reading your tribute to him, we understand that he was a very holy, kind, and generous father and surgeon. Our prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless you.
Chuck and Bette

Lisa Tychsen

July 26, 2011

Dear Sister Dede, Mrs Byrne and the Byrne family,

Please know the Tychsen family is praying for you all--for God's comfort in your loss. We are also giving thanks to God for the wonderful life of Dr. William D. Byrne, M.D. May the angels lead him into Paradise.

With sympathy and love, Lisa Tychsen

Sarah Byrne

July 26, 2011

We miss you Grandad. We were so lucky to have a grandfather who showed up at our sports games and school plays. You showed faith in our dreams and what we could accomplish. It was such a blessing to have you in our lives and we will strive to honor your memory.

Deirdre Byrne

July 26, 2011

Dad,there is no question you are in heaven with Fr. John, Aunt Mary, Aunt Ruth and Aunt Dot and of course your parents. Keep us in your prayers and thank you for giving me your gift of faith, joy, desire to serve as a doctor and family. Love and miss you very much. Sr. Dede Byrne, POSC

Caroline Hedman

July 26, 2011

A kind, gracious man who cared greatly about his fellow men.He was always a gentleman and I enjoyed working with him in the operating room.My deepest sympathy to his family.

Terry Williams

July 26, 2011

Dear Sr. Dede, I was so very sorry to hear this sad news about your Dad. I certainly believe that he was a great man and I would love to have met him. My heart goes out to you and your family and I will keep you all in my prayers and ask my family to do the same. God be with you all at this most difficult time.

Kathleen Byrne

July 25, 2011

My Uncle Bill will be remembered as often deep in thought but quick to give a smile, a man who loved his family and his profession and gave generously of spirit and deep faith. Uncle Bill had a great sense of humor, and has passed this on to his terrific kids. For a man that had so many kids of his own he never forgot your name and was always warm and friendly and happy to see you, in short he will be remembered as a lovely father, doctor and uncle. I am so sad for his family, but know he is in a peaceful place.

Mary Boland

July 25, 2011

A kind, loving man who will surely be missed by all. He is at peace.

July 25, 2011

When I think of Bill Byrne, I think of his good friend, Tom Fulcher, at the same time. Both were superb surgeons, men of the "old school:" absolute integrity and solid work ethic. Both exuded good will to their fellow man; both shall be missed by all who knew them.
Paul Kiernan

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