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Tiffney Brown
December 14, 2022
I definitely miss him,he was my dance and drama teacher
Qodi Armstrong (Hair Designer Ma Raineys Bway)
November 16, 2021
Still cant believe it. I miss working and hanging. Love you my brother. You are sorely missed. SMH. See you soon enough.
Family stay strong. He was his best
Timothy Ross
November 2, 2020
I like to give my warmest Condolences.
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Robbie S Huff
October 16, 2020
Thank you for sharing your love and talent. Rest in heavenly peace❤
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Tony
October 16, 2020
Please accept my sincere condolences to the Byrd Family for loss of your der loved one. Let us pray there comes a time when rational thinking prevails. We look to a time when dealing with issues of any kind no longer involves violence. May the God of all comfort who is the hearer of prayers be with you in your time of need with his loving kindness and peace as He strengthens you to cope during this difficult time. May family, friends and extended family cherish his memories.
Carol and Rixon
October 15, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
October 14, 2020
To our Dear Friend
Ed & Beverly Gates
Gene Holloway
October 14, 2020
Thomas or TByrd as we used to call you it was good to have met you all those years ago...RIH
October 14, 2020
To the Byrd family, may you find peace and comfort from God, friends and fond memories. Praying for peace and comfort for the family, today, tomorrow, and always.
Shirley Ali
October 13, 2020
To Shannon and the entire Byrd family.The Cheerleaders from Griffin High School 2000-2001. Share in your sorrow. Shannon was our manager. We will continue to pray for you.Mrs.Shirley Starks-Ali Coach
Lurelia Freeman
October 13, 2020
Thom-this one's for you...
"You ready, Troy. I’m gonna tell Saint Peter
to open the Gates. You get ready now."-Fences
Rita Lark
October 13, 2020
His rawness and his boldness let's me know that he was his own self person
Rita Lark
Nicole
October 13, 2020
Omg I'm a big Fan My Favorite Movies are All but my main Two is Get On The Bus and Set It Off.. If u don't like working for luther's... Great Actor Gone to Soon
Sheila Branch
October 13, 2020
"Bird" performed in the play "Black Nativity" in Memphis in 2005. My choir, St Augustine Catholic Church Choir also was in the play. We were excited and honored to be in his presence, as he was very professional and fun to work with. I was stoked when I later saw him in so many films. He didn't make us as amateurs feel any less but gave us tips throughout the performance. He was very warm and giving. Prayers to his family, friends, and peers.
Carolyn Avery Jennings
October 13, 2020
I met T Bryd, August, 1971 at Morris Brown College. He expressed his musical talent, a trumpeter with the Spectacular Marching Wolverines and a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity!! Always down to earth and had time for a conversation with you. I am glad I was able to be in his company and talk with him and take candid photo shots 2 years ago a MBC homecoming. Fond memories of T Byrd will forever live in my heart. RIH T Byrd!!
Hazel Maines Parks
October 12, 2020
Fairmont High School class of 1968 (Griffin, GA) extend our sincere condolences. Thomas will be truly missed ❤.
J
October 12, 2020
To the family, May God comfort your hearts today and bless you with endearing memories that your hearts will always treasure. With Sympathy and prayers. Judieth from MBC.
October 11, 2020
May God be with the Byrd family, at this time of your tears I hope you all can find comfort and strength from the words of God to carry you through your very difficult time of your loss.
October 11, 2020
So very sorry for the loss of Thomas, the world has lost an amazing talent, an unforgettable person. My deepest condolences to the Byrd family, truly sorry for your loss.
Teresa Ellis
October 11, 2020
His mom was my 4th grade teacher she would have been so proud I feel like I knew him he was in New York I believe studying ,she was proud!Rest in Power! Teresa Ellis
Byron Cranford
October 11, 2020
Great Thespian, Great Brother Ny
Renee Tate Houseworth
October 10, 2020
I knew Thomas through Teacher Corps Literacy Action and College saddened by his death he was like a brother and friend I pray for his family and friends
Miltoj Meeks
October 10, 2020
Rest in peace my brother may God be with you
Vivian Byrd
October 10, 2020
My sincere condolences to the Byrd family. I'm so very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful soul. Sending prayers and love to you all.
LeeRoy
October 9, 2020
My condolences go out to the Byrd family. So sorry for your loss.
Jacquella Patterson
October 9, 2020
I'm sorry and saddened by the loss of Thomas Byrd. He was a good actor and will be missed.
October 8, 2020
The world has lost a treasure, he will be greatly missed. May God help the Byrd family at this time of their sorrow.
Karen Hansberry
October 8, 2020
RIP Tom Byrd-remembering the Jomandi Production days in Atlanta with you, Ronni and your young family. You made your mark and I will forever remember you and your work. Peace and comfort to the family.
October 8, 2020
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the the family's...My heartfelt condolences to the the family's.
October 8, 2020
Please accept our deepest sympathies all this time.
October 8, 2020
A tragedy, an amazing, well respected talent.. Thankfully his work will live on. May God be with the Byrd family.
October 7, 2020
A truly talented and versatile actor, he truly honed his craft. A tremendous loss to so many. May God be with the Byrd family in this difficult time of your sorrow, so very sorry for your loss.
Merlin Burchett
October 7, 2020
Very sorry for the loss.. May God Comfort ALL Loved Ones... RIP
October 7, 2020
So very sad, my deepest condolences to the Byrd family, may God grant you peace and strength as you go through this most difficult time of your loss.
Devon
October 7, 2020
Please accept our sincere condolences for your lost. May the God of tender mercies
and love sustain the family and friends during this time of bereavement because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5: 6,7.
Edward "Bruce" Wood
October 7, 2020
May God give the Byrd family Strength,Comfort and Peace during this challenging time and the days ahead.Respectfully,Edward "Bruce" Wood and family in Shreveport,Louisiana
S W
October 7, 2020
Thank you Sir for your Contributions to the Arts , felt like we knew you personally!
May God Bless you and keep you in Heaven ! Sincere Condolences to the Family!
PT
October 7, 2020
I enjoyed many of his roles. I am sorry to hear about his death. May God comfort the hearts of all that knew and loved him and we look forward to the time when God will take away all sickness sorrow death and pain.
TD
October 7, 2020
Wow! A great actor. My sincere condolences to the Byrd Family. May the God of all comfort provide you all the strength to cope with your loss
Camella Ford
October 6, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Alicia St. John
October 6, 2020
Heaven has added another angel, he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family during this time.
October 6, 2020
Please accept my deepest sympathies. He was such a gifted actor and his talent shined through all his multifaceted roles. I am praying that the God of all comfort gives the family strength and peace during this time. He will be greatly missed.
Simone Taylor
October 6, 2020
Please except my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of grieving.
Alishia
October 6, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Charlie Cain Davis
October 6, 2020
I am so sorry about the loss of Thomas Jefferson-Byrd. So heartbreaking! The Byrd family has my deepest condolences. As the days, weeks and months pass during this difficult time, may you continue to be surrounded and comforted with the love and support that is needed, by fond memories, and by knowing that Thomas is safe in the memory of Almighty God.
Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
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Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
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Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
God blezz. U. Sympathy condolences prayers rip. Mr. Thomas. Ty fr. Ur. Great. Movies. Adored admired appreciated devoted dedicated determined dependable loving caring kind nice sweet reliable respectful responsible beautiful heart personality spirit smile compassionate affectionate love humble meek mannerable awesome son dad husband brother nephew uncle granddad friend cousin church member coworker classmate unique unconditional faithful honest real generous true genuine generosity u hold a special and wonderful place in my heart always gone but not frgtn frvr in our heart may all of the great good works deeds things u have done spkfr u always in gods care heaven one sweet day heaven
Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
Rip
Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
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Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
God bless you rip
Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
Rip. Our sympathy condolences prayers
Jenee
October 6, 2020
I am so sorry about the loss of Thomas. So heartbreaking! The Byrd family has my deepest condolences. As the days, weeks and months pass during this difficult time, may you continue to be surrounded and comforted with the love and support that is needed, by fond memories, and by knowing that Thomas is safe in the memory of Almighty God.
Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
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Jodie Mosley
October 6, 2020
Mr. Thomas may god blezz u u were a very mulitalented you. Started in many. Great. Movies. U. Will. Be. Dearly missed. U were adored admired appreciated devoted dedicated determined dependable reliable respectful responsible awesome reliable loving caring kind nice awesome husband brother dad uncle nephew friend granddad classmate church member coworker unique unconditional faithful honest real true generous genuine generosity u hold a. Special and wonderful place in my heart always gone but not frgtn frvr in our heart may all of the good great works deeds and things u. Have. Done spkfr u always in gods care heaven one sweet day heaven rip Mr. Thomas jodie j mosley Baldwin county mville ga
October 6, 2020
My condolences.
BRY
October 6, 2020
So sorry to hear of this tragedy and sending you sincere condolences to the Byrd Family, Thomas was in so many films and left an acting legacy behind to remember him by. May the God of Comfort take care of the Family as He mends your grieving hearts with his peace and strength to help cope during this very difficult time.
October 6, 2020
Sending prayers and words of comfort to the family Thomas Byrd.
Carolyn Murray & Family
October 6, 2020
To The Bereaved Family of Mr. Thomas Jefferson Byrd, May our Holy Father surround ALL of you at this most somber time of loss. I will cherish the memories of Mr. Byrd's film career; I enjoyed him in "Get on the Bus" as a strong father trying to teach his son about the struggles Black Men and we as a people had to endure. May God help each of you get through this with the strength, guidance and love of Jesus...Amen Rest In Heavenly Peace Mr. Byrd...
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