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LEVY, 59
LAKELAND - Byers Levy, resident of Lakeland, passed away Sunday September 8th, 2013, after being involved in a cycling accident while riding around Lake Hollingsworth.
Byers was born in Lake City, South Carolina on November 27th, 1953. He grew up in Orlando and graduated from Oakridge High School as a Track Star winning many awards for his running ability. He continued his education at FTU in Orlando where he was a member of TKE Fraternity and graduated with a degree in finance in 1976. He worked for his step-father at Toy King from 1966-1987 beginning as a teen in the warehouse and through hard work earned his way to becoming President of the company. He then moved to the Lakeland area and was innovative in sales & marketing for 20 years as the sales manager/ partner at Schalamar Creek Golf & Country Club which led to a sales and marketing position with the national home builder Palm Harbor Homes. Presently, he was the owner of Florida Gate Masters in Lakeland and J&J Sanitation. Byers was always involved in anything to do with fitness. Running, cycling, basketball etc.-he enjoyed them all but his passion was for cycling. He was training for a 150 mile charity bike ride to celebrate his upcoming 60th birthday. He loved his family, his friends, his work and cycling.
Byers was preceded in death by his father, Sam Levy and his mother, Vonnie Lee Hart. Byers is survived by his loving wife of 21 years, Rowena Palis Levy, his brothers Spencer Phelps and Coit Yarborough, his children Sean, Jason, Rachel and Kacie Levy and his two grand-dogs, Rowdy and Louis.
Byers had an amazing gift for making people laugh. He could also talk to anyone he had just met as though they had been friends for years. He will be greatly missed by all whose lives he had touched. He had such an amazingly optimistic outlook on life that was contagious to anyone around and his undeniable positive energy will live on through the people he knew and loved.
A Celebration of Byers Levy's life will take place at 3pm Friday, September 13, 2013 at the First United Methodist Church of Lakeland, 72 Lake Morton Drive. The family has started a charity in his memory to provide unprivileged children with their first bicycle. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Byers' Bikes C/O United Aid Foundation, 305 7th Avenue, Suite 1101, New York, New York 10001.
Condolences may be sent to the family at
www.heathfuneralchapel.com .
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Patrick Mulloney
February 10, 2014
Byers was truly helpful. We found out each other rode bikes just prior to Labor day.
Grasslands Golf & Country Club
September 26, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Aneley
September 18, 2013
such a beautiful person. May your soul rest in peace Mr. Levy
Glenn Byers
September 17, 2013
Byers was a great man and will be truly missed. Rest in Peace Bud!
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Paullydog
September 13, 2013
I have know Byers for many many years. I have never heard him say a bad thing about anyone. He was always kind to me and a friend
Becky Sturdivant French
September 13, 2013
I had only known Byers & Sean as customers for a short while. On the last sales call we made together, Byers spoke lovingly about his wife & young daughter & also shared his love for bicycling in downtown Lakeland. I was always amazed at his energy & outlook on life & business. I am so saddened to learn of his loss. My thoughts & prayers are with Sean and all his family.
Master Marina
September 13, 2013
Prayers for all the family.
Jessica Bowers
September 13, 2013
Prayers for a truly wonderful man Byers Levy. He left this earth way too soon. He was a wonderful person and customer. We will miss you deeply. Randall, Jessica and Abbie
Jody Whitlock Sasser
September 12, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the Levy Family at this most difficult time.
Bradley Chevalier
September 12, 2013
RIP Byers. You will be dearly missed but never forgotten. All our love and prayers to the family from The Chevalier's in Ohio- Brad, Sherri, Zack, & Noah.
john/jackie/alyssa lyons
September 12, 2013
Everyone at palm harbor homes will miss byers. such a positive force who lived his life with great passion- at work, with his family and on his bike!
Alexa Russo
September 12, 2013
I will never forget your contagious smile and genuine love for your family! I will see you again one day Uncle Byers. Love you always.
John Chevalier
September 12, 2013
Byers, I remember the last time I spoke with you. It was at Alexa's wedding. You said it was too bad the my sister (Leoma) couldn't be there, how proud she would have been of her family and how you loved her like a mother. I can say I loved you like a brother and your infectious energetic personality will be greatly missed. We will be there for Sean , Jason, and Rachel and your family . Rest in piece and say hello to Leoma , gramma ,gramps etc.
Dean Brantly
September 12, 2013
God's Speed, My Brother in the Bond. May your loved ones find comfort in knowing that you are with Our Father.
Lisa and Bobby Williams
September 11, 2013
When I think of Byers, I smile! What an awesome man taken to soon. His footprints are all around us. So glad he was a part of our family. RIP
Emily Sterling
September 11, 2013
Thoughts and prayers go out to the Levy family and all who loved Byers. I will especially remember Sean, Jason, Rachel, and Kacie in my prayers.
Colleen Chevalier
September 11, 2013
What an amazing man with such a contagious laugh and smile. You have touched more lives than you will ever know. We already love and miss you so much. Heaven gained an amazing angel. <3
Dolly & Jordan Fiesta
September 11, 2013
We will miss you Byers Levy. We will be here for Kacie and Rowena.
Josie Kirk
September 11, 2013
To all of the Levy's, Words cannot express how great this loss is. Byers was a one of a kind man and always had nothing but positive things to say. I will miss seeing him come thru the gate and that wonderful smile.
Kathy Barton
September 11, 2013
Thoughts and prayers for the family and for Byers. My sincere sympathy to Rachel, Shawn, and Jason.
Steve Youngblood
September 11, 2013
Byers will be greatly missed. If more people were like him, the world would be a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Mary Crowe
September 11, 2013
thanks for sharing some laughs and advice while we rode. Love the idea of donations to buy kids their first bicycle. You will be missed
Bill Johnson
September 11, 2013
Byers you will be missed for a long long time by more people than you will ever know.
but your legacy is here and will do you proud for and even longer time.
you have left a positive mark on the world with your family and friends .
RIP Brother in Law we will see you someday in the future.
Keep riding that bike keeping the angels in fit shape.
we will look out for your family here.
love you
Rex and Colette Guy and Ken and Charlotte Hyatt
September 11, 2013
Byers family are in our thoughts and prayers. This is one of those situations that reminds you to never take a single moment for granted or to never miss a chance to tell someone how much you love them.
Derek Fournier
September 11, 2013
He was one of the people I wish I could be more like. I will miss his smile.
Julie Jennings
September 11, 2013
Byers will forever be a big brother to me! He always let me know how much he loved me. I am grateful for that and will cherish all the family memories we've shared. RIP and give mom a big welcome hug.
Colleen Armstrong
September 11, 2013
Loved Byers - always fun to talk to and will be missed by so many family and friends. I'm thinking of all of you and praying for you. Wish I could be there to celebrate his wonderful life.
Celeste Cooper
September 11, 2013
Rowena,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Byers. You are in my thoughts and prayers
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