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Sabrina Thomas
May 16, 2023
Dwayne, you have been gone for sixteen years now. I still think of you often. I remember all of the talks and laughs we had at Tuskegee. You were a true friend. Only you could convince me that a trip from North Carolina to Mississippi in a car with no air condition could be fun. It was so much fun!!! Dwayne you are so heavy on my mind and heart right now. I miss you. You know you missed COVID by more than a decade. I often imagined what our conversations would have been on the matter. Dwayne, I am missing you deeply and always wish that we could have had just one more conversation. I have read all of the condolences left to your family. It is apparent that they all met the same beautiful person who I met in Russell Hall or on the Avenue. We never resolved that debate. I miss you, Dwayne, and I want to wish a Happy Heavenly Birthday, and, yes, silly, I know that I am almost a week early with the birthday wish. I love you friend, and miss you dearly.
Nekita Taylor
March 7, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Angela Youree
March 7, 2019
to The Byrd Family: I'm still thinking of you all on the 12th anniversary of Dwayne's passing on March 8, 2007. You're in my prayers. Angela Youree
Paul Morriosn
April 12, 2007
I share in your loss and the "LIFE" of Dwayne. Ivan feel free to contact me.
Paul Morrison PHX,AZ
pearlie PARTEE
April 3, 2007
DWAYNE HAD A BIG SMILE FOR EVERYONE. HE HAPPILY AND WITH HIS TOTAL HEART AND MIND FOUGHT TO GIVE USE THE ENTITLEMENTS DUE US VIA OUR EMPLOYER(VA). HE DIDN'T TURN ANYONE AWAY WHO NEEDED HIS ASSISTANCE. DWAYNE WAS A MAN WHO APPPEARED WELL BEYOUND HIS YEARS. I WILL KEEP HIS MEMORY WITH ME AND MAY THE BYRD FAMILY AND HIS FRIENDS CONTINUE TO RECEIVE THEIR BLESSINGS FOR HE IS TRUELY IN A BETTER PLACE....
Carrie Rath
April 2, 2007
Mr. and Mrs. Byrd and Family:
I am Eden Gurley's daughter, Carrie (Dick and Rita Gurley's grand-daughter) and I grew up a few houses down from you on Elmwood Drve. I just saw Dwayne's obituary and I wanted to express my most sincere condolences to you and your family. Even though we moved from Aurora over 15 years ago, I still remember your family fondly. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time.
-Carrie (Ross) Rath
BERNICE HARRIS
March 28, 2007
A Great spirit will be missed, knowledge, understanding, warm-hearted and dependabilaty. May his spirit continue to live in us........
Annie Harrison
March 28, 2007
I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your son. May your memories bring you comfort always, and may God keep you & your family forever strong. I am Anji Youree's sister, & BMBC member. God bless you all!
Angela Youree
March 27, 2007
To Mr/Mrs Bryd, Shaunalia & family:
My heart goes out to you and your family during your time of bereavement. May God be your God of all comfort during this time. I want to be used of Him to aid in that endeavor. God Bless You.
RODNEY JACKSON
March 26, 2007
I will miss Dwayne he was a person that defensed your rights to the end. He also instilled confidents me everyone around him. He was a special brother.
Bernitta Kennebrew
March 26, 2007
My deepest sympathy and respect. Dwayne was one of the most intelligent, motivated, and concerned young black men I have ever known. His committment to serving and advocating for others was above reproach. His is a loss that will be deeply felt by many for years to come. May God bless your family with peace knowing that even though Dwayne's life was short, it was very significant!
Bernitta Kennebrew
March 26, 2007
My deepest sympathy and respect. Dwayne was one of the most intelligent, motivated, and concerned young black men I have ever known. His committment to serving and advocating for others was above reproach. His is a loss that will be deeply felt by many for years to come. May God bless your family with peace knowing that even though Dwayne's life was short, it was very significant!
Joyce Hill
March 24, 2007
It has taken a while for me to embody the strength and accept the fact that you are gone. I will truly miss you and always cherish the friendship that we shared. My thoughts and prayers will forever be with your family and loved ones. Goodbye for now, my dear and trusted friend.
Patricia Young
March 22, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Jonnie Patterson-Young
March 20, 2007
I just Thank Jehovah God for sending Dwayne into the hearts and LIFES of so many people. To his family, friends, and especially his union family, find comfort in knowing that it was designed that we encountered Byrd and it is part of a plan that we are yet to understand,for most, and to appreciate. He fought a good, hard, and long fight; this soldier is at rest. I find it a joy to know that it will not be long before we see Dwayne again!!!!!
In Jehovah's Son name I pray, Amen Amen and Amen!!!!!!!!
TERRI WHEELER
March 20, 2007
THERE ARE NO WORDS TO EXPRESS MY FEELINGS AND THOUGHTS. I WILL MISS DWAYNE. TO THE BYRD FAMILY: MAY GOD KEEP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU. GOD BLESS
Nekita Taylor
March 19, 2007
To the family of DAB,your son was a very intellegant person who had respect for those who had respect for him.My prayers are with all of you.When ever you needed answers,he was the one that gave good ones.
Kempton Horton
March 19, 2007
Dwayne, buddy, you were a true friend, not only to me, but to everyone. You never met a stranger.
Thanks Dwayne for the short period of time that I got to know you. You will be missed.
To the Byrd Family, May God bless you and keep you close.
Teresa Bell
March 19, 2007
The Byrd Family,
Wow...What a great tribute to the life of Dwayne. So many responses of people truly touched by him. Family you are soooo blessed to have shared and celebrated 43 years of his special life!!!
Rest now Dwayne.
Teresa Bell
Upper Marlboro, MD
Cheryl Carpenter
March 19, 2007
To the Byrd family my deepest sympathy go with you all I will keep you in my prayers daily.
Cheryl Carpenter
Charlesetta Gray
March 19, 2007
To the famly of Dwayne Byrd,may god give you the strength to get through these difficult times, my prayers are with you. Be blessed
Cynthia Davis-Daigs
March 18, 2007
To the Byrd Family:
Our hearts are with you today and always! Dwayne was special to us; and you ALL hold a very special place in our hearts!
May God hold you in his arms and give you comfort!
Tara and Jai Ingram
March 18, 2007
We are extremely saddened to hear of Dwayne's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences. May you find solace in your memories.
Lanaye Howard
March 18, 2007
My Cousin Dewayne was the best at whatever he did. Dewayne loved his family,he loved to cook, eat, and he loved his job. The times he visited me he always told me about the union and some case that he was working on. My last time spent with Dewayne was in Thomasville during Christmas. Dewayne grilled shrimp, made shrimp salad, fried fish, and fixed shrimp pasta. He made his own sauce and it was scrumptious. Dewayne loved everyone and treated everyone the same. He will be missed. I love you Dewayne. Thanks for all the advice you have given me.
Your cousin,
LaNaye
Beth and Jim Steele
March 16, 2007
May you all find comfort in your memories of Dwayne.
Marilyn Y. Miller
March 16, 2007
To The Byrd Family:
With Deepest Sympathy and Prayers. God is Our Strength and Refuge. You're in my Prayers.
Marilyn Y.Miller(Jackson,Ms)
Tonia Green
March 16, 2007
To The Byrd Family,
I will never forget when I first saw Dwayne. He was a breath of fresh air. I always enjoyed talking to him because his whole demeanor was just so refreshing. I am really going to miss him and will always hold a very special place for him in my heart. You all had a wonderful son. He was loved so much. May God see you all through this time of need. Lots of love and sympathy,
MIRIAM INGRAM
March 16, 2007
MAY GOD COMFORT YOU AND BLESS YOU ALL. YOU WILL BE VERY MISSED.
Tonia Green
March 16, 2007
Dwayne,
I will never forget when I first saw you. I always enjoyed talking to you because your whole demeanor was just so refreshing. I am really going to miss you and there will always be a very special place for you in my heart. Love always.
Lisa Healea (Meister)
March 16, 2007
To The Byrd Family,
Our love and sympathy to you. Like all the other people he touched with his beautiful smile and kindhearted ways, we will always cherish our memories of Dwayne.
The Girls From the Neighborhood,
Lisa, Georgie, Barb, Jenny, Lynn, Debbie, Joy....
Mary Jackson
March 16, 2007
I pray that God strengthens you during your time of bereavement.
Dan, Linda Olivarez
March 16, 2007
Our deepest symathy to the Byrd Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Valerie Carson
March 16, 2007
To my buddy Dwayne! Wehad so many laughs that I never imagine not imagined you not being around! As long as Tam said you were still Dwayne and working hard as usual, I was good! May God Bless you and my prayers go out to you mom & family! Love Always Valerie
JR Reeves
March 15, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Stanley Tate
March 15, 2007
Shaunaililia (Byrd) Fews, You have my Deepest Sympathy in Your Time of Need. God Bless you and your Family.
Charlotte Collins
March 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. May God comfort you and Bless you all.
charlotte Collins
elsheikh osman
March 15, 2007
To Dwayne Byrd
Family,Freinds and Co wrokers..
Although I have not met Mr. Dwane Bird, but I feel really sorry for his tragic event. I heard a lot of good words been spoken about him. May God bless his spirit since he had left good memories to many of his freinds and Co workers at the VA Medical Center @ Jackson, MS.
To his Family , please accept my condolences and may God Bless you and help you during this time.
Shakos, Ridgeland, MS.
Delores Young
March 15, 2007
My Prayers is with you and the family. You will be very well missed.
Patrick Miesuk
March 15, 2007
Mr. & Mrs. Byrd, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I am saddened by the loss of your son Dwayne and pray that God is taking good care of him now. My sincerest regrets, Patrick Miesuk
Marc Henshaw
March 15, 2007
May God reach down and comfort you in His arms during this time.
Sammie Thomas
March 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of grief. May your memories of "Back-Pack Dwayne"
bring you comfort in times to come.
Dwayne was (is still) very special
to me as a friend, a co-worker, and
as an exemple of what caring for others should be.
Sandra Finney
March 15, 2007
Because of Dwayne I kept the faith and stayed on my path at the VA. It is partly because of his helpful words that I am striving to fight harder against my own demons, both professional and personal. To his parents I say be proud because you blessed this world with a "real man." May God be with you during this difficult time.
Theresa Checkley
March 15, 2007
May God bless your family through these trying days. Prov:3-6
Jeff Knott
March 15, 2007
To the Byrd Family,
You are in my prayers during this time of sorrow. Keep the Faith and God will truly bless you all.
Ed & Dorothy Villwock
March 15, 2007
Dear Gloria, M.C. and family,
How saddened we were to learn of Dwayne's passing. He will be missed by many. May the good memories you have help you thru these trying times. Our deepest sympathy.
Ed & Dorothy Villwock (NIR-WPC Club)
Tina Jackson
March 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
March 15, 2007
TAMERA D. LONGMIRE (JACKSON, MS)
TERENCE SMITH
March 15, 2007
TO THE BYRD FAMILY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST KEEP YOUR HANDS IN GODS HAND HE WILL SEE U THROUGH MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. TERENCE SMITH /CLAUDINE SMITH
Vonda Gorden
March 15, 2007
I will truly miss your hurried pace in whatever you were doing or wherever you were going, you were always on a mission. May God Bless and Comfort your family at this time.
MARY BUSH DODD
March 15, 2007
Set Free To A Deeper Rest: Dwayne, you have been called to a Deeper Rest, for you need your strength for the final onslaught from the enemy. Yes, you will make it to the end because The Mighty Hand was placed on you and has now called you forth. God, being your strength, your righteousness, has set you free. Rest. Our Good and Faithful Servant. And, A Soldier you were......... The Word Miss...Cannot begin to convey the void we will all feel by loosing someone of this statue.
Bryan Robbins
March 15, 2007
I considered Dwayne a tremendous friend. His "Im Ready" aproach towards our adventures was always uplifting. Its without a doubt my fishing partner will greatly be missed on the front deck of my boat, but his Grand qualities of a friend will be missed even more. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and freinds.
Scott Miller
March 15, 2007
My deepest sympathy to the Bryd family. Dwyane was a great man and a fine citizen. I will cherish all of our childhood memories and will miss him dearly. May God bless him in his transition and watch over those that are grieving his departure.
Shanta Wilson
March 15, 2007
Whenever I needed someone to talk to
You were always there.
My eyes filled with tears, my heart filled with pain, and
You were always there.
There was no time when I had doubt
to come to you because
You were always there.
I could see in your eyes you wanted to help, and that you really cared.
Whenever I was down and blue
You were always there.
No matter my problems, are what was wrong
You were always there.
Whenever I felt like nothing matters
You were always there.
Now your gone, and I don't know what to do
I close my eyes and think of you, and how
You were always there.
It's hard to look at the pictures, and get memories of you
Can you hear me now
At night I pray, and I speak to you
I guess you were right when you told me no matter how far you were
You would always be there.
I know one day I'll see you again, but till then I have to say goodbye
Even though it hurts to hear your name, and speak of you
One thing I will always say is
You were always there.
Betty Hall
March 15, 2007
Dwayne was such a nice young man, always pleasant and smiling. I know how deeply his family will feel his loss, as well as those of us who knew him professionally. May God be with you and help you cope with life without him.
James Chestnut
March 15, 2007
To the Byrd family I am so sorry for your loss. Time will heal all wounds. Dwayne was so full of life,love and compassion for all
that he came in contact with. I will miss him so much. Dwayne was so gifted and he very eagerly shared that gift with others.my love goes out to the family of this
wonderful man who is very greatly
going to be missed.
SARAH MCGEE
March 15, 2007
YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS. I PRAY THE LORD OUR GOD WILL KEEP AND COMFORT YOU DURING YOUR TIME OF SORROW. DWAYNE WAS A REALLY NICE GUY. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED. TRUST IN THE LORD FOR HE IS OUR COMFORTER, HE WILL NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU.
Dedric Ross
March 15, 2007
My prayers goes out to the Byrd family. He will be missed by many.
Nathaniel Barnes & Family
March 15, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Byrd family. I pray that the Holy Spirit sends his comfort because He is ever present in a time of need. May God Bless You and Keep You.
Dennis Spencer
March 15, 2007
Thank You, for being apart of our family,it was a great joy in knowing you. Most of all Thank You and Charles for being so good to my wife ( Nena ) she thinks of you and Charles as her big brothers and so do I. I WILL MISS our Friday night games, when we all gather together at Charles house.
Dennis Spencer
Bill Pauley
March 15, 2007
Gloria and MC my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your son. Our Prayers go out to you during this difficult time.
Bill Auroraland Auto Restorers Club
LAKECIA DANIELS GARDNER
March 15, 2007
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY OF DWAYNE BYRD.HE WILL BE TRULY MISSED.
Robert Osgood
March 14, 2007
Dwayne,
You were kind,unselfish and completely pure in your desire to help others. I'm saddened not only by my personal loss of you as a friend, but by the fact that there are so precious few other people like you in this world that we may never again experience the comfort of having been truly blessed to know that you were always there for anyone who needed help. This will become clearer in the years to come as those of us who really knew you deal with the aftermath of losing you while making effort to make sure that we never forget you. It was better to have known you for the short time we did, than never to have known you at all. I offer my deepest sympathies to your family, loved ones and to all who ever knew you. I'll see you later, my friend.
William Smith
March 14, 2007
My condolences to the Family of Mr. Dwayne Byrd.
helen brown
March 14, 2007
"Little While"
Father,you love me,I know not why
A sinner with endless faults am I
Living each hour sheltered from the rain
Taking for granted each second lives live in vain
Hold me Jesus,like I was a child
Your child I am forever and a little while
Hold me Jesus,rock me to sleep
Hours you hand out,these arms cannot keep
Hold me Jesus,the tide is wild
Sailing on your seas,forever and a little while
Copyrights Protected 2003
Lenny Yaggie
March 14, 2007
Im sorry for the lost of a great person though it has been many years since we seen one another I remember the great times we had as kids growing up. My wife and I send our prayers.
rico henderson
March 14, 2007
Dwayne, you have meant a lot to so many people as evidenced by the signatures in your guest book. You have had a positive affect on the lives of many and have touched the hearts of all that have had the priviledge of knowing you. You have developed friendships which extends from Illinois to Jackson, MS. You were always there to give me advice and you put the needs of others before your own. Working on the weekends with you at the VA was a great experience for me and I've always admired you for your drive to be the best at what you did. I regret never taking the time to communicate that to you. I remember how much you said you enjoyed college basketball and how you looked forward to the games. I was never a big fan of "march madness", but I will watch it this year in honor of you.
Charles Jenkins
March 14, 2007
Brother Dwayne is my friend, brother, and a true warrior for the average man or woman that is seeking justice and equality.
My wife, children, and I miss him deeply. His spirit lives on forever in everyone that makes a stand for truth, justice and fairness. Dwayne didnot seek praise or fame for his immeasurable dedication to our fight, because he knew what he was doing was right.
Dwayne was hated by those that hated fairness, and loved by family, friends, and others that realize that we have to be more like Dwayne and stand up for a righteous cause. Our hearts are wounded deeply by this gigantic lost, but fear not brothers and sisters, a wounded heart will heal. The spirt of Dwayne lives on!
Meta Patton
March 14, 2007
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Wish there was more that could be done to help ease the pain and sorrow that you are now going though. Time will heal the sorrow. Loving memories you will always have and share. My heart goes out to you today. Remember God is our refuge and strength a very present help in trouble. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Elizabeth Strong
March 14, 2007
only knew briefly, but encounter was beautiful, as he was a beautiful person, God bless
Rhonda C. Holmes and Family
March 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone who has been affected by such a tremendous loss. My deepest sympathy to the Byrd Family, it was an honor to know your son and brother.
"I am with you always, until the end of the world" (Mt. 28:20)
Monica Thomas
March 14, 2007
Dewayne was most definitely a conquer here at the VA who helped many. He will be missed dearly. My deepest sympathy reaches out to the Byrd family. God Bless
Lawrence Campbell
March 14, 2007
My condolences to the Family and may God bless all of you.
Bernard Clay
March 14, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
RAY CHAMBERS
March 14, 2007
TO THE FAMILY OF DWYANE BYRD, GOD HAS CALLED HIS ON TO REST IN THE CRADDLE OF HIS ARMS. DWYANE WAS CERTAINLY AN INDIVIDUAL TO BE ADMIRED. STRONG, DEDICATED AND IN CONTROLLED. TO KNOW DWAYNE WAS TO LOVE HIM, HE WAS NEVER A STRANGER TO ANYBODY. GOD IS A GOOD GOD, WEEPING MAY ENDURE FOR A NIGHT BUT JOY COMES IN THE MORNING. KNOWING THAT THIS SOLDIER HAS PASSED ON FROM THIS LIFE TO ETERNAL LIFE WITH THE LORD IS ENOUGH FOR ME. I AM THANKFUL FOR HAVING KNOWN DWYANE, HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED. JUST TRUST IN GOD, HE WILL SEE YOU THROUGH, JUST LEAN AND DEPEND ON HIM FOR YOUR STRENGTH IN THIS TIME OF SORROW. GREAT IS THE LORD AND WORTHY TO BE PRAISED!!! HOLD ON, HELP IS ON THE WAY.
KALVIN AND TRACY AND FAMILY GRIMES
March 14, 2007
To Mr and Mrs Byrd and family stay strong and find comfort in the lord GOD BLESS
TINA HARRIS-WILLIAMS
March 14, 2007
MY PRAYERS AND LOVE GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS. KNOWING THAT HIS SPIRIT OF CARING WILL LIVE FOREVER IN OUR HEARTS AND THIS SHALL BRING US PEACE.
Linda Taylor
March 14, 2007
I will truly miss Dwayne. My prayers goes out to his family and friends.
God knows our heart.
Jeanette McClinton
March 14, 2007
With deepest sympathy to the Byrd Family, "you will be in my prayers," it was a pleasure to have known your wonderful son.
VERENDA PULLIAM
March 14, 2007
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Sherry Bell
March 14, 2007
I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. PEACE BE UNTO YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
WILLA SANDERS
March 14, 2007
To: The family of Dwayne Byrd
Our prayers are with you.
May thoughts of peace and sweet memories flow through your mind as the wounds began to heal more readily with time. may god bless and comfort you.
MAMIE BURFORD
March 14, 2007
TO THE BYRD FAMILY MAY THE GOD OF ALL COMFORT BE WITH YOU AND YOUR LOVE ONES DURING THIS TIME OF SORRY DWYANE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
Valencia Williams
March 14, 2007
May God continue to be with the Byrd family and give you strength as you mourn the loss of your loved one.
Carolyn Houston
March 14, 2007
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
ARNETHIA MCLAURIN
March 14, 2007
MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW. TRUST GOD!!
Suzette Rounds-Washington
March 14, 2007
To The Family :
I am one of Dwayne's co-workers, and friends, in the Radiology Department here at VA Jackson. Mississippi. I miss Dwayne dearly. I did not get a chance to say goodbye. Maybe I could have said, "We all Love You", and "Need You so much." Life at VA Jackson will be different as I know it will be for the family. I will always remember Dwayne's beautiful face and His hearts desire to help others. I still have, and will always cherish my "REMEMBERS", and my "LOVE" for my dear brother in Christ. I thank God that noone can take that.
Sincerely,
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