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Tommy BYRD Obituary


News Death Notice

BYRD, Jr., Rev. Dr. Tommy H. age 68, of Dayton, departed this life on Sunday, May 27, 2012 at the Department of Medical Affairs Medical Center. He was a native of Jackson, MS, raised in Detroit, MI, and a resident of Dayton for the last 29 years. He was the Pastor of Calvary Missionary Baptist Church and the Moderator of the Northwestern Ohio Missionary Baptist Association. As a man of many talents, he used them to serve and proved to be an effective and faithful servant of God for most of his life, which was his greatest joy. He was a US Army veteran and held professions from a Teacher to a Detroit, MI Police Officer, but working for the Lord was his life's mission. He was a member of Canaan Missionary Baptist Church. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving and dutiful wife, Sandra; children, Tommy, III, (Atiya), Marlon, Charon (Sandra), LaChoya (Irving), grandchildren, a loving & devoted church family and many loyal friends. Visitation 4 to 7 pm Thursday, May 31, 2012. Tribute Ceremony will begin at 7 pm. Home going service will be held 11 am Friday, June 1, 2012. All services will be held at Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, 2067 N. Gettysburg Ave. with Pastor Joseph L. Coleman, officiating. Entombment Dayton Memorial Park Cemetery, 8135 N. Dixie Dr., Dayton, OH. Arrangements entrusted to the House of Wheat Funeral Home, Inc., 2107 N. Gettysburg Ave.

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Published by Dayton Daily News from May 30 to May 31, 2012.

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Flonzie Brown Wright

May 24, 2024

I treasure his commitment to supporting the "Yes We Care" foster care initiative through MCCSB which I coordinated. Additionally, we were both Mississippi proud. 5/24.

Daisha

June 7, 2012

I can recall the day me Tawannah and Breannah was at your house and you was telling us that we was going to move down there with you and go to Ohio state and you'll pay for everyting. I can hear you calling my name telling me to come take your picture... I MISS YOU UNCLE TOMMY Your Gone But Never Forgotten..


Love Always Daisha :)

Brandon Williams

June 5, 2012

I remember Pastor Byrd baptizing me as a young boy. He opened his heart, home and a church to me when I was in need. Whose son who had been like a brother to me; these memories I still hold with me to this day. Byrd Family, I love you, stay strong. The legacy lives in your heart that Pastor Byrd's love and ideals can be carried on through you! God bless you - I love you!

Rev. Jerry & Linda Copeland

June 4, 2012

To Mrs. Sandra Byrd, Myron, Tommy & Family. I learned a whole lot from Pastor Byrd which I will carry with me for ever. If you or the family need anything please let us know. May God Bless you and your family.

Brenda Watkins

June 3, 2012

Sister Byrd you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. You will get stronger and able to except Rev. Byrd's death as time pass. You are a strong girl Sandy. I love you and I am here for you.

Helen Hannah

June 3, 2012

Dear Sister Byrd, The Byrd Family and The Calvary Family, I thank God for the life and legacy of Pastor Byrd. I've never met anyone like him; he was kind, loving, strong, knowledgeable and a man after God's own heart. Absolutely none other could compare to his demonstration of God's love as he showed us the behavior of a real servant leader. May each of you be comforted through the fond memories of Pastor Byrd, my friend. I love Pastor Byrd and I am comforted by just knowing that God does in fact keep His promises. He promised to come back for His servant and that is exactly what He did when He took Pastor Byrd from labor to reward. I encourage each of you to keep the faith, trust in the Lord and He will supply all of your needs according to His riches in glory. I love each of you.

Stephanie Clark-Ray

June 2, 2012

To Mrs. Byrd, family, and Calvary Baptist Church family---
May the peace of God be with all of you at this time. I will keep you all in my prayers. May God bless all of you Stephanie Clark-Ray

KITA

June 1, 2012

I want to thank ALL the Associations that came out to SHOW OUT for my uncle Tommy, Thank you, Thank You! Thank you to Jordan Baptist church for driving from Detroit to come be with my Granny and her family during our sad time. This Man Has Touched so MANY lives and I LOVE HIM SO MUCH!

June 1, 2012

The Homegoing ceromony for my Uncle Tommy was so touching, I felt like I was at a celebrity's funeral because that's who he was to me a Celebrity. Thanks Calvary and everybody that came and celebrated this man's LIFE. Keep my aunt Sandy, his sister Ann and the rest of the Byrd family in your hearts, thoughts and Prayers.
Kita (Sterling Height, MI)

Joy Byrd-Taylor

June 1, 2012

May God continue to bless and keep you during this time. My Uncle Tommy will truly be missed. I love you all
Joy

June 1, 2012

To the Byrd family and the Calvary Missionary Baptist Church family. Your hold on the your love one has been severed and relinquished to the One that will now sustain you in your time of sorrow. God bless and keep you until your heart smiles again with wonderful memories. Harris Family, Trotwood, Oh.

Rev. Ian D. Bethel, Sr.

June 1, 2012

To the Byrd family, may God grant you peace and comfort during this time of bereavement. May the blessed memories within your heart and God's grace give you continual strength.

Pat Martin

June 1, 2012

To Sister Sandra Byrd and Family, Calvary Family and Community,
The Lord bless thee,and keep thee:The Lord make his face shine upon Thee,and be gracious unto thee:The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee,and give thee peace. Num.6:24-26
Thank God for such a Friend.
Much Love,Pat Martin, Mt Enon

Diane Carpenter

June 1, 2012

To the Byrd Family and Calvary Family my prayers go out to you....Pastor Byrd will truly be missed by all!!

Don Joseph

June 1, 2012

"To Sister Byrd& Calvary Church Family, I offer my deepest condolences. Pastor Byrd was a mighty warrior & servant. A great,Magnificent Man of GOD. It was a true blessing to know him.
- Don Joseph ( Atlanta,Ga.)

Vivian Estell

June 1, 2012

To The Family Of Rev. Byrd
That Heavenly Choir must have been in need of another golden voice. Rev. Byrd is no doubt smiling and singing around heaven all day. Cherish those precious memories family, they will give you the strength to endure. Those in Christ are never lost, we know where they are, all we have to do is get in our secret closet and talk to them. GOD bless you all.
A Sister in Christ.

Marquita Manns

June 1, 2012

Marlon,

You are in my heart, thoughts and prayers!

Much Love,
Marquita (Holloway) Manns

Sister Zandra Harris

June 1, 2012

Sister Byrd, Family, Church Family and Community;

My, what a loss we share. May the richness of His grace and mercy be with each of you.

Kenneth and Michelle Littlejohn

June 1, 2012

To Sis. Byrd and Family, and to the Calvary Baptist Church Family, I extend my heartfelt condolences to you on the passing of Pastor Byrd. We thank God for his legacy and we pray that God would strengthen and keep you in His loving care.

Tiffany Davis

June 1, 2012

I will miss cousin Tommy Byrd. I'm praying for you, my family and encourage you to read 1 Thessalonians 4:16. Death is hard even for a Christian but we have a blessed hope to see cousin Tommy again. Family must stick together because it is hard. Love you all.

JAMES & PEARL KNOX

May 31, 2012

To THE CHURCH FAMILY of CALVARY....May GOD give you all the strength to remain strong in your FAITH just as your Dear PASTOR prepared you. We are very sorry to hear of your loss....TRUST IN THE "LORD" LEAN NOT TO YOUR OWN UNDERSTANDING.

Flonzie Brown Wright

May 31, 2012

Sister Byrd,

So sorry to hear about the passing of Dr. Byrd, my friend and your husband. I learned upon coming to Dayton in 1990 that we were both from Jackson, MS. Blessings to you and family and may God sustain you during your bereavmenet.

Flonzie Brown Wright
Jackson, MS

James Turner

May 31, 2012

My prayers flank you and your family during this difficult and sorrowful time.....Joy will come in the morning......Pastor James Turner (Victory through Faith Worship Center, Montgomery, AL and former Senior Pastor of the 9th Street Tabernacle Baptist Church, Paducah, Ky..

Edward Hatch

May 31, 2012

My condolences to the Byrd family and Calvary Baptist Church.

rhonda ramsey

May 31, 2012

to the byrd family, you are in my prayers.

Cecile Browne Roberts

May 31, 2012

To the Byrd family, My deepest condolences to you all God be with you.

May 31, 2012

To The Byrd Family
You may say, I have lost a husband,
But he is not lost.
You may say, I have lost a father,
But he is not lost.
You may say, I have lost a pastor,
But he is not lost.
You may say, I have lost a friend,
But he is not lost.
He was created for God and by God,
He has returned to God for God.
Remember the borrowed time that you had,
And not be swallowed up within being sad.
For all the moments God allowed you to peak,
Was in God's plans, to save and to seek.
Knowing that his preparation was not a loss of time,
I pray will give you comfort, and peace of mind.
He is not lost, he just returned home.

Love
Sharon Stoffer, Bruce, and Brandon Grundy

May 31, 2012

To sister Byrd and family, Sharing your sorrw in the loss of one so dear ,and sending deepest sympathy to let you know we are near,Ann Bostick,Bettye Smith, God Bless.

Sis Brenda Williams, St Timothy MB Church

May 31, 2012

To the Byrd family and to the Calvary MB Church family, May God bless and comfort you during this time of sorrow. My Thoughts and Prayers are with you all.

John R. Jackson

May 31, 2012

On behalf of Friendship Baptist Church and Pastor John R. Jackson we offer our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to the family of Bro. Tommy H. Byrd Jr. We pray that during this time of bereavement you will find comfort in knowing God is with you until you see your family member again. May God bless you and strenthen you until that time.
Humbly Submitted,
Vanessa Jones- Church Secretary
Rev. John R. Jackson -Pastor

May 31, 2012

Praying that God will provide His strength, grace, and guidance during this times. I will keep the family and church in my prayers.

Rev. Dr. Phillip L. Paschal, and the Shiloh Baptist Church (Canton, Ohio)

Aunt Annie Bell Pace

May 31, 2012

To: The Byrd Family
I can not be there with you at this time, but I am sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. Just rely on the Lord and he will see you through.

From your Aunt Annie Bell Pace
Jackson, MS

May 31, 2012

To: The Byrd Family
I can not be there with you at t his time, but I am sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. Just rely on the Lord and he will see you through.

From your Aunt Annie Bell Pace
Jackson, MS

Missionary Jacqueline King-Johnson

May 31, 2012

To First Lady Byrd and family. May God be with you and comfort you during this time of sorrow.
Know that you are, and will forever be in my prayers.

EVANGELIST MAMIE BROWNE

May 31, 2012

TO THE FAMILY OF REV: TOMMY BYRD. I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. HE WAS A GREAT MEN OF GOD,AND MY FRIEND I WELL TRULY MISS HIM. MY PRAYS ARE WITH YOU.

Kyda Smith

May 31, 2012

I am truly sadden by this loss. Pastor Byrd you baptized me! You taught me things that I still take heed to today as an adult. My grandmother (Sis. Georgiajana Smith) followed your word! You officiated over her funeral and also over my Great Grandmother's funeral! I understand to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord... it just hurts too bad to let go. Once I lost my grandmother I haven't been able to step foot back in Calvary. I just couldn't. And I still don't think I can. But I love you Pastor Byrd, and I am praying over the entire Byrd family. We have lost such a great man. And nothing can ease that reality. Hug my grandma for me! She knows I miss her sooo much. And I will see the both of you soon.

Rev. Dr. M. J. Wade Mt.Zion MBC

May 31, 2012

I shall never forget the first time I met Pastor Byrd @ 9th Street Paducah, KY
He introduced our community to a new gospel group called Bobby Jones & New Life of Nashville, TN. Then Dr. Bobby Jones announced he was going on syndicated T.V. How well I remember the preaching and singing of this man of God! A job well done! He will be missed in a mighty way! God bless you Sis Byrd and Family! Thank you for lending him to all of us!! May your memories be filled with joy!

Lenard McCray

May 31, 2012

The officers and members of Jordan Missionary Baptist Church, located at 703 Newport in Detroit, MI, express our deepest prayers to Sis. Sandra Byrd and the Byrd family. Mother Annie Walls, Pastor Byrd's sister, serves as our church mother and we are in prayer with you during these times.
Pastor Lenard & Sis. Ivory McCray

JEAN PHILLIPS JOHNSON

May 31, 2012

SIS. BYRD AND ENTIRE FAMILY. JESUS LOVES YOU AND SO DO I.

Todd and Margo Bishop

May 31, 2012

To the Byrd family, may God grant you peace and comfort,and may your heart be filled with many wonderful memories.

Pamela Young

May 31, 2012

To the Family, Rev Bryd will be missed by so many. He brought spiritual healing, and joy to so many with his God filled personality. Your angel will now watch over you and continue to speak to you to help you through this time. You will be in my prayers.

Brittney Ward

May 31, 2012

To the Byrd family which is my family through Christ. There are no words that can express how i feel. Pastor Byrd has been my pastor since i was 9 years old. He used to always tell me that i had a good head on my shoulders. Every since we moved from Anna and into the new church, our church grew and we blossomed. Im going to miss you Pastor Byrd, all of our talks, disagreements..lol and jokes. Sister Byrd you are strong and i know you will get through this. The family is in my prayers.

~Brittney Ward (Dayton, OH)

Twanya Bowman

May 31, 2012

I was saddened to hear of the home going of Pastor Byrd. To the family I pray Gods comfort and continual strength. He spoke at my moms funeral and was a good friend to my family the Schoolers. As we close the book let us always remember his story. Love to you all

Michael Miles

May 31, 2012

Dr. Byrd was an inspiration to so many, including his special affinity for young preachers and love for gospel preaching. He walked with power, authority, and humility. I appreciate the moments I shared gaining wisdom and just laughing with him. We all will miss him dearly. Family- be encouraged.

Patrice Rivers-Wheeler

May 31, 2012

I was sad to hear of the passing of Pastor Byrd. My brother (Darrin) and I grew up under Pastor Byrd. I can vividly remember him singing before he began his sermon. My prayers are with Lady Byrd and the family.

May 31, 2012

To The Byrd Family
You may say, I have lost a husband,
But he is not lost.
You may say, I have lost a father,
But he is not lost.
You may say, I have lost a pastor,
But he is not lost.
You may say, I have lost a friend,
But he is not lost.
He was created for God and by God.
He has returned to God for God.
Remember the borrowed time that you had,
And not be swallowed up within being sad.
For all the moments God allowed you to peak,
Was in God's plans, to save and to seek.
Knowing that his preparation was not a loss of time,
I pray will give you comfort, and peace of mind.
He is not lost, he just returned home.

Love,
Sharon Stoffer, Bruce, and Brandon Grundy

James Gifford

May 31, 2012

To the many family members and friends of Pastor Byrd:
Our heartfelt prayers are for all of you. Brother Tommy was a great man of God. Nothing greater can be said of any man. May God bless each of you.

Lupina Farmer

May 31, 2012

Sister Byrd and Family, we pray that God will give you strength and courage in your time of breavement. Pastor Byrd will be forever remembered and his memories (Leadership, Preaching, Teaching and Singing) will live in our hearts forever.
Sis Charlesetta Boatwright, Lupina & Philip Farmer

Cynthia Sims

May 31, 2012

To The BYRD Family with deepest sympathy on the lost of our dear friend Rev Byrd, he will be missed. Our prayers are with you and your family. Elouise and Cynthia Sims Mt. Moriah Baptist Church.

Tisha Smith

May 31, 2012

I am so lost for words right now. My grandmother Georgiajana Smith was a faithful member of Calvary. She passed away a few years back but she Loved Pastor Byrd so much. He was a great Pastor and will be missed. Thank You for everything you taught me growing up. When I was little Pastor Byrd use to always kiss me and my sister on the cheek. I will forever keep those memories in my heart. God Bless the family, friends, and Church Family.

Pastor Damon Davenport, Jr

May 31, 2012

TO First Lady Byrd and family my prayers are with you pastor Byrd was a great teacher leader and a man after gods own heart I know that he has a crown stored up god. and even though he has departed from this life like the word says to be absent from the body is to be present with the lord. God bless and keep you.

Pastor Damon E Davenport Jr
Abundant Life Ministries INT. Lexington Ky

Cheryl McNeil

May 31, 2012

To the Byrd Family, My prayers are with and your family. I pray that God will comfort you during this time. I thank God for giving me a chance to meet Pastor Byrd. I will miss listening to him preach, teaching the word and singing.

Vernettia Flemons

May 31, 2012

Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thought and prayer.I wanted to let you know that you have my deepest sympathy, and my heart is truly saddened. May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. Sister Byrd my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Patrick & Teresa Turner

May 31, 2012

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Alisa Harber-Smith

May 31, 2012

To Sister Byrd Marion and family you my
prays during this time .

Deacon Jesse and Chris Stafford

May 31, 2012

Sister Byrd, Marlon, Tommy and family,
Our Thoughts, Love, Blessings and Prayers
will always be with your family.
We THANK God for allowing our family to enjoy Pastor Byrd leadership, TEACHING, PREACHING, SINGING and fun time for many years.
Pastor was a true Loving, Caring and Sharing man of God and we truly miss him. We will cherish many loving memories of many Special occasions and his fun loving sense of humor.
Our prayers are that God will bless, strengthen and comfort you all during this difficult time.

Patricia Henry

May 31, 2012

To Mrs. Byrd and family, I was sorry to hear of the sudden loss of one of Dayton's finest ministers. He made a great impression on my husband and I at a Marriage/Family seminar many years ago. I am sure the teaching we received is the glue that has helped us to make 31 years of marriage. God Bless you and family, and rest in knowing that Pastor Byrd made his mark in Kingdom building while here.
Mr. Mrs. Moses E. Henry, Jr. CBC/DAYTON

K Jackson

May 30, 2012

Rest In Paradise, Pastor Byrd. You are a true man of God and one of the best smelling ones, too!

Charles & Kay Williams

May 30, 2012

To the Byrd family'
Right now there is darkness that is over shadowing the good master's perfect light, but in the days ahead the light will once again shine for all of you!! May God continue to keep his arms around you, and continue to bless you!!!!

May 30, 2012

To the family and members of Calvary Baptist Church, words are woefully inadequate to express the depths of our condolence in this moment of transition of our Brother Rev. Tommy H. Byrd Jr. We are praying for God's peace and comfort to over-shadow you during the days ahead. Sign The Rev. Dr. Earl D. Hudson and Members of the Harris Memorial Christian Methodist Episcopal Church of Dayton, Ohio

Jonas and Rita Rothwell

May 30, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Johnnie Smith-Jackson

May 30, 2012

To the Byrd family and Calvary M.B.Church family of Pastor Tommy Byrd.... May God grant you peace and comfort now and forever. An awesome man of God resting in the bosom of our Lord and Savior.
Cherished memories,

Rev James and Leanda Fanning

May 30, 2012

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Gerald, Vicki and Christon Martin

May 30, 2012

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

May 30, 2012

To the family of Rev. Byrd: He will be missed. May God strengthen you as these days pass. My prayers are with you. Frances Radford (Lexington, Ky.)

Deacon and Mrs. Alvin Pitts

May 30, 2012

To the family and church family of Pastor Byrd. May God grant you peace in this time of sorrow.

stacy clark

May 30, 2012

I am praying for the family may god be with u guys lots of love .

Tiana North & Family

May 30, 2012

In Loving Memory of a wonderful man of God....i grew up going to church at Calvary on Anna St. Pastor Byrd baptized me and all my sisters, i have so many memories of him and his lovely family! May the Lord comfort you all, at this diffcult time.

Rev. & Mrs. James McClellan

May 30, 2012

To Mrs. Byrd and Family:
Pastor Byrd was a great Preacher and Singer. I was glad to have been in his presence as a young preacher. I never got the chance to tell him what I thought about the gifts God blessed him with. But, his gifts inspired many young preachers. May God bless you and familiy in this season of going through.

Dec in trng Derrick Roberts Sr.

May 30, 2012

Our prayers will be with you always. Rev Byrd will be missed because he was a great preacher.

May 30, 2012

"To the family and church family of Pastor Byrd ,my deepest sympathy to u, Pastor Bryd was my very first pastor, and he will be highly missed.
-Janet D.White(Palmer} Dayton,Ohio

May 30, 2012

"To the family and church family of Pastor Byrd ,my deepest sympathy to u, Pastor Bryd was my very first pastor, and he will be highly missed.
-Janet D.White(Palmer}

RAVYN WHITE

May 30, 2012

Pastor Byrd has always been a part of my familys life in some way. Even though I had been away from church he always knew me and would say "I'll see you in church Sunday." I truly looked forward to him marrying me this summer...I cannot imagine the loss The Byrd Family is feeling, I pray that you find peace in the memories that you have and hold close to your heart. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Veronica Greene-Fossie

May 30, 2012

My sincere condolences to The Byrd Family. I learned and grew greatly under Pastor Byrd's leadership at 9th Street Baptist Church in Paducah, KY. You will forever hold a special place in my heart.

Clarence & Sharon Abernathy and Family

May 30, 2012

Our Prayers and Thoughts are with the Byrd Family and Church Family. Rev. Byrd will always hold a special place in our heart.

Stromas Flowers and Gifts

May 30, 2012

We want you to know that we care and our love and prayers are sent you and your entire family.

Family of Sis. Georgia Smith

May 30, 2012

To the family and church family of Rev Dr Tommy H Byrd Jr...You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sherry Joseph

May 30, 2012

My loving prayers goes out to the Bryd family. Pastor Bryd was a kind, loving, caring man n I will truly miss him. He's always been their for our family. I luv u Pastor Bryd n may u rest in peace.

Vannessa Atkins

May 30, 2012

To the Byrd family there are not enough words to decribe how we felt about our Pastor it just really hurts to know we well not see him or hear him again,for he well turly be missed.But we have alot of good memories that we carry on. Our prayers to the family for your strenght and comfort and we love you all.
Terry,Vannessa & Kari Atkins

Rev. Dr. Robert Lewis, Sr.

May 30, 2012

May the pease of God carry the Byrd Family through this difficult time. Dr. Bryd was my friend and brother. He will be greatly missed.

Brenda Mack

May 30, 2012

To the family of Rev Dr Tommy H Byrd Jr., my families prayers, love and sympathies are with you in your time of sorrow. Pastor Byrd was a wonderful man and person, God would be proud to have him in his kingdom. He will be missed dearly. We really truly loved and respected him.

Tisha Franklin

May 30, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Rev Byrd will always hold a special place in my heart.

Aaron & Julie Render

May 30, 2012

"To the Byrd family or thoughts are with you and your family and remember god will take care all of you and you family and in the time of need he will be there just ask for him. God be with you and your family" The Render Family (Dayton, OH)

Therese Jackson

May 30, 2012

My Prayers and Condolences are with you all, at this time, Rev.Byrd was a GREAT Pastor, i always looked forward to the yearly church anniveraries, between Canaan and Calvary, May God continue to Comfort you as well as Strengthen u...

THE FAIR FAMILY

May 30, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

THE FAIR FAMILY

May 30, 2012

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

D Harden

May 30, 2012

Pastor Byrd will truly be missed. His wonderful personality and his humor. God has called him home to rest from his labor. He will always be remembered in our hearts. Sister Byrd may the Holy Spirit comfort you in your times of hurt, sorrow and loneliness.

Janice Dennis

May 30, 2012

To the family of Rev. Dr Tommy H Byrd Jr. Words cannot express my sorrow at the lost of a WONDERFUL MAN OF GOD! Be it that I have only been a member of the Calvary family for a short time; He has left an IMPACT on my life and the lives of my two son's. I am FOREVER greatful to JESUS THE CHRIST for allowing our paths to cross. May you find comfort in the days to come. We LOVED PASTOR just as much as HE LOVED US. Janice, Taylor and Nicholas Dennis

Annise Anderson

May 30, 2012

To Pastor Byrd's Family, May the memories that you share and knowing that God will continuously bless and hold you close sustain you through this time. Praying for you all. I thank God for allowing Pastor Byrd to give me food for thought that I have been able to use through the years.

kathy blalock

May 30, 2012

To the family of Rev.Tommy Byrd,
My deepest condolences to you all @ this very sad time. Rev Byrd was one of the nicest men i had the pleasure of knowing. May you all know the Love and peace of our Lord and savior @ this very diffucult time.
Sincerly Kathy B.

Evelyn rowland

May 30, 2012

Condolences to The Byrd family. May he rest in peace in his heavenly home. God Be With the family, friends, church family and everyone that loved him. Edward& Evelyn Rowland

Carolyn Turner&Family

May 30, 2012

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Valerie Owens

May 30, 2012

My condolences to the family my prayer are with you.Rev. Bryd was a good man i thank God for brining Him into my life. He was a great teacher i leaned a like in His bible class i will truly miss Him

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