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Ronald Byram obituary, 1942-2025, Crozet, VA

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1942

DIED

2025

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Memorial Service

Nov. 1, 2025

2:00 p.m.

Crozet Baptist Church

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Ronald Byram Obituary

Ronald Curtis Byram (Ronny), 82 years old, passed away on October 10, 2025, at his home in Crozet, VA. He was born at Graves Mill, VA, in Madison County on October 30, 1942. He was preceded in death by his parents James N. Byram and Elna Daniel Byram White. He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Jo Anne Blankenship Byram; son, Robert Scott Byram of Wirtz, VA; two very special grandchildren, Sarah Layne Byram and Robert Hunter Byram of Crozet, VA, and their mother, Kelly Lindamood Byram. Additional survivors include his brother James (Jimmy) Byram and wife Carolyn of Radiant, VA. He is also survived by a nephew, several nieces and his special little buddy Harley, his granddog.

Ronny began his career in law enforcement as a University of Virginia campus police officer. In 1964, he became a Virginia State Police Trooper and served for 32 years in the counties of Page, Buchanan, Albemarle, Wythe and Richmond before retiring in 1996 with the rank of Sergeant. After retirement, he worked an additional six years for the U. S. Marshal Service in the Charlottesville and Harrisonburg Federal Court Houses. After permanently retiring from law enforcement, he worked part-time at Automotive Parts, Inc. delivering automotive parts and at Jim Price Chevrolet as their courtesy shuttle driver.

He was a lifetime member of the Virginia State Police Association and the Virginia State Police Alumni; a member of the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge No. 5 in Charlottesville, VA; a member of the American Association of State Police. He was a 32nd degree mason and a member of King Solomon's Lodge No. 194 in Crozet, VA. He served as a deacon in the Crozet Baptist Church where he taught Sunday school for many years.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 P. M. on November 1, 2025, at Crozet Baptist Church.

Special thanks go to his wonderful caregivers Maria Connerly, Tina Whiting and Annette Hulse and to the Hospice of the Piedmont in Charlottesville, VA.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
Published by Daily Progress on Oct. 18, 2025.

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Wanda Quick

Yesterday

Ronny was a truly amazing person and will be missed by many. He was a very close friend to my deceased husband (Carroll). They were the best of hunting pals calling their little group "The Deadeye Hunt Club". This consisted of Ronny, Carroll , Uncle Woody , Uncle Massie, Jerry and Jimmy. I also remember how we would get together at your house then ours every other weekend for dinner and Ronny and Carroll would have their little card games.
So sorry for your loss and wishing you and your family peace and comfort as you recall all the wonderful times you have had together .

Paula Hawkins Deane

October 20, 2025

Dear Byrum family. My Mother, Ellen Daniel, was Elna, Ronnie's Mother's 1st cousin in Madison County. Her name was Ellen Daniel Hawkins. Her younger sister is Mary Lou Daniel Deane. Mom's and Mary Lou's nephews are Joe Ray Daniel of Culpeper and Eddie Daniel of Orange, VA. The Daniel family had a reunion in 2023 in Shelby, VA and met Zane Byrum. He is a nice member of our family I had not met. Ronnie was a role model during his life and will be missed. It is an honor to read and share his life time of involvement in so many ways. Paula Deane 1133 St. Clair Avenue, Ch'ville VA

Niki Byram

October 19, 2025

Dear Ronny, rest in peace! You and Bucky can talk old times together once again, Love, Niki Byram

Brenda Yousef

October 19, 2025

Many happy memories of coffee and good conversation at Gateway Market (Crozet) with Danny and myself. Danny has passed too! My deepest respect to Ron and condolences to his family.
Brenda Yousef

Frank Pyanoe

October 19, 2025

So long old friend. I enjoyed working special assignments with you back our VSP years. My sincere condolences to Jo Anne and family. May God bless and strengthen you all.

SHEILA CLAYTOR

October 19, 2025

Ronnie was a dear friend of our family for many years. He and his family lived down the road from us for many years. When my dad became bed ridden Ronnie would come by and sit with him for a while which meant a great deal to him. He was always there if you needed something all you had to do is ask. Ronnie you will be missed and may you rest in peace. Thoughts and prayers to all the family.

Doug Townsend

October 18, 2025

Lived in crozet near Ronnie. We worked together and were friends. A lot of memories . To many to tell and some i shouldn't tell. R.I.P. BROTHER

John & Dolly Janezic

October 18, 2025

Jo Anne, Scott & Family,
We are saddened to hear of Ronny´s passing. I always enjoyed working with him. I not only consider him a co-worker but also a dear friend. His thoughtfulness and kindness toward my family will never be forgotten. May God give you peace and comfort at this time as only HE can.
With our deepest sympathy.

Joanne Broyles Biggers

October 18, 2025

Knew Ronnie in high school and was a good friend during those years. Played a joke on me that I laugh about today . My brother was at a camp in Luray and at the end of the week Mother, who was his English teacher, and I drove to pick him up.. as I was driving through Luray , I was blue lighted from behind and came to stop. Police car behind me , another one blocked me in the front and one pulled up beside me .. being about 17 , I was scared to death. Ronnie had seen us and decided to play the joke by having 2 of his buddies block me in and the 3rd car that pulled up beside me was Ronnie . Looked over , he tipped his hat, smiled . The other two cars left and after my heart rate went down, Ronnie became to the car laughing and we had a great visit.. I saw him somewhere years later and he laughed at the prank he pulled ! I am so sorry to hear of his death

vikki shifflette

October 18, 2025

Scott and Mrs. Byrom,

I am so sorry for your loss.

Vikki Shifflette

Teresa Madison Steward

October 18, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My condolences to the family.

Rob Langdon

October 18, 2025

Ronny was a great man and an outstanding law enforcement officer. His son, Scott, was truly a chip off the old block. I attended several "retired law enforcement breakfasts" with Ronny and many other wonderful officers, and I absolutely enjoyed every conversation we shared. He had a long and rewarding journey, and he earned the right to cross over the river and rest in the shade of the trees. I´ll miss you, my friend. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.

Carolyn Church

October 18, 2025

Dallas and I met Ronnie and Jo Ann Byram when Dallas was assigned to Buchanan County out of basic school. This was the beginning of a life long friendship which we treasured. My heart is broken but I know that he is in a better place.

Love, Carolyn Church

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