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for Erkie Byrd
Stephanie T Wright
July 9, 2020
It is in the time of sorrow that life's are changed. I never had an opportunity to really get to know my father, but it doesn't change the hurt and void I feel knowing I will never have that chance. 12 years later, I am getting married and wish I had the chance to dance with my father. My most cherished memory of my father is of the times when I was very young visiting with him and Janice and drinking pepsi from the bottle. Gone but not forgotten........
Anita Coughlin
March 5, 2008
My deepest sympathy to the entire family. May all of your wonderful memories comfort you at this difficult time. I worked with Erkie at BWC and he was truly a gentle kind man.
robert steele
February 22, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Michael Easley
February 21, 2008
You have our deepest sympathy. The
Easley family, Loreen, april and Michael
Vickie Collins
February 20, 2008
Janice & family-
My deepest sympathy in your loss. Remember the good times to help with the healing process.
Donna & Zola Diggs
February 20, 2008
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Eboni Eiland
February 20, 2008
To "Erkie Byrd" , I regret having to find out about your passing through the newspaper, but I send my regrets to all and I know that you and my Dad (Chester Eiland) are sharing a cloud together. Eboni
Mike Jackson
February 19, 2008
My heartfelt sympathy goes to you Janice and your family during this difficult time. It was a random meeting on a softball field that led to a wonderful friendship. Erkie's sense of humor and his desire to make things around him better will be sorely missed.
Blenda Crawley
February 19, 2008
To the family of Erkie Byrd. Erkie was the funniest person I have ever worked with. I will miss his laughter and his wisdom. May god bless the family in this difficult time. Rest in peace Mr. Byrd.
DEBRA EVANS
February 19, 2008
JANICE MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
REMEMBER GOD KNOWS BEST. IF
THERE IS ANYTHING YOU NEED JUST
LET ME KNOW.
DEBBIE AND ASHLEY EVANS
Jeffrey Potts
February 18, 2008
To the Family of Erkie,
I cannot believe that he's gone, but please know that he rests in the
Hands of a Just God.
As a friend, co-worker, and former softball opponent and later, fellow teammate, I truly valued his friendship, easy smile, jokes and neverending stories of old times...I cannot listen to another version of any song by WAR, or drive by another softball diamond without thinking of Erkie.
Please accept my families deepest condolences as we'll continue to keep your family in our prayers...
Michael Fisher
February 18, 2008
Janice - You and your family are continually in my thoughts and prayers.
Alisea Grant
February 18, 2008
Janice and Family of Erkie Byrd,
My deepest sympathies in the loss of your loved one. May the love of God give you peace and comfort. Trust God and believe he will wrap you in his tender love and care during the dificult days ahead.
Cynthia Mahoney
February 17, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
LaShawnda Eiland
February 17, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Linda Brown and Family
February 17, 2008
Deepest Sympathy to Janice and Family. May it help you to know that we who have been where you are, pray for God to comfort you in your sorrow. May his fond memories live in your hearts forever. God bless all of you and may your love one rest in peace.
Paula Lawson
February 17, 2008
You have my deepest sympathy for the loss of a loved one... My prayers will be with you and all the family.
Barry Thigpen
February 17, 2008
To the Byrd Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. I will remember "Erkie" as a friend and fellow "Mighty Mighty Tiger". The few times I played baseball in Franklin Park,I always tried to make sure I was on Erkie's team!He will be sadly missed.
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