NEWPORT NEWS - Sandra Lee Byrum passed away suddenly on March 14, 2014 at the age of 62. She was born in Shelby County, TN, the daughter of the late Elouise Payne and Daniel Grady Norris. Sandra graduated from Kecoughtan High School and was a longtime resident of Hampton and Newport News. She worked as an inspector at the Newport News Shipbuilding for many years, where she met her husband of 25 years, William H. Byrum, Jr. Given a strong sense of community and respect for her country, she was a Girl Scout troop leader and worked to support veterans through service to the American Legion. Sandra was a deeply caring woman with a brilliant smile that brought joy to the lives of all her knew her. She leaves to cherish her memory, her husband, William H. Byrum, Jr.; daughter and spouse, Jennifer and Christopher Johnson; stepfather, Julian Payne; brother and spouse, Daniel and Gail Norris; and sister Gerri Bailey. A memorial service will be held in her honor at 5 PM on Thursday, March 20, 2014, at W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home. The family will receive friends beginning at 4 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to support Alzheimer's research, www.alz.org. Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.

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Published by Daily Press on Mar. 19, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Sandra Byrum

20 Entries

March 21, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Sandy was a volunteer Peninsula AARP Tax Aide counselor and client facilitator. The selfless giving of her time to aid the organization and others was commendable. She will be missed.
Danielle Wilkinson

Pat Coates

March 20, 2014

Billy and Jennifer,
So sorry about your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

March 20, 2014

we are so sorry about your loss Bill our thoughts and prayers are with you.......gerry and donna salati

Theresa Moyer

March 20, 2014

Gerri and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers!!!

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Julia Copeland

March 19, 2014

Bill, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sandy was just a joy to work with and to be around. I pray that God comforts you and your family. She was really a very special lady.

March 19, 2014

So sorry for your loss! I have lots of fond memories spending time with Sandy at our daughters activities. I'm glad I saw her a couple weeks ago at the American Legion and we had a nice talk! Sandy lived life to the fullest and was a hard worker. I will miss her. Judy Brittingham

March 19, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. We have such fond memories of Sandra cheering her daughter on at Denbigh HS's Field Hockey games. She will be missed by so many friends and family members. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Beth Cerri and family

March 19, 2014

My family extends our sympathy during this time,we will miss seeing her smiling face at the American Legion.She was a kind person to everyone.

March 19, 2014

Bill, We are heartily sorry for your loss...Sandy was a wonderful person and a delight to be around. John and Dianne Stringer

Fusek Family

March 19, 2014

Bill, we are truly sorry for the sudden loss of your beloved wife. She was a unique person who will be hard to forget.

Melissa Love and Michael Patrick

March 19, 2014

So sorry for your loss Gerri! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Deborah Rymer

March 19, 2014

To Sandy's family I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with her at OLMC driving buses. She was such a fun person to be around and made me laugh daily. She was one of a kind and will be truley missed. My prayers are with you.

March 19, 2014

Bill my prayers are with you and your family. Sandy was a awesome person, she will be missed. love Terry and Donnie Oden

Buddy/ Angie Dingle

March 19, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bonnie Bridger Mittelmaier

March 19, 2014

To the family and friends of Sandy, on behalf of the KHS Classes of 1968 & 1969, we wish to express our sincere condolences during this time of sorrow and loss. As Sandy now rests in the arms of heaven, may your memories of a lifetime serve to bring you comfort and lift you up. KHS Reunion Committee Members, Bonnie Bridger and Alley Mittelmaier

Ron & Rhonda

March 19, 2014

Jen & Chris- Our hearts are saddened by your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time.

Henry & Joyce Bennett

March 19, 2014

Bill,
Joyce and I are deeply saddened by the your sudden loss of Sandy. She was such a delight to be around and so helpful to the AARP Tax Aide Program at the Legion. We will sorely miss her. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Judi Shivers

March 19, 2014

Sandy was a ball of fire that burned too quickly.She will live on in our hearts until we meet again. Prayers and much love for you and your family.

vickilynn pabalan

March 19, 2014

praying for you Bill; that the Holy Spirit provides you with comfort and peace.

March 19, 2014

Bill, Our hearts are heavy but we have to keep the faith and know she is looking after us. Sandy has gone home and we will see her again. Dan

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