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Byron White Obituary
Funeral services will be held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2007, in Sorrells Funeral Home Chapel in Slocomb with the Revs. Matt Basford, Richard Thorn and Bruce Spivey officiating. Burial will follow in Hartford City Cemetery with Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb directing. Flowers will be accepted or contributions may be made to Abundant Life Church (Building Fund), P.O. Box 56, Samson, AL 36477.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 1 p.m. until service time.
Byron was born on Aug. 15, 1958, in Hartford to the late Harold Ray White and Era Martiel White. He served as a deacon in Abundant Life Church in Samson. Byron was presently employed with Michelin Tire Corporation of Dothan.
Survivors include his wife, Lisa Hobbs White of Hartford; his daughter, Ashley White of Hartford; one sister and brother-in-law, Tammi and Eric Beasley of Hartford; nephew, Aaron Beasley; father and mother-in-law, Earle and Faye Hobbs of Dothan; brother-in-law and his fiancé, Johnnie Hobbs and Heather Sims of Dothan; brother and sister-in-law, Jason and Elizabeth Hobbs of Slocomb; nephew and niece, Brandon and Kacei Hobbs of Slocomb.
Visit www.sorrellsfuneralhomes.com to sign a guest register.
Sorrells Funeral Home of Slocomb, (334) 886-7777, is in charge of arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Byron White
Jan Howell
October 10, 2007
Lisa, I just found out about Byron's passing. Please know that my prayers and heart are with you. Though it's been some time since seeing him he'll forever be remembered.
Deborah KARP
October 7, 2007
Tammi and Family
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Travis, Deborah, Austin, and Jameson Karp
(Guyton, GA)
Connie Gill
October 6, 2007
Lisa, John and my prayers are with you and your daughter. If you ever needs us just call. Love.
Bro.& Sis Caples Caples
October 5, 2007
We love you very much and we are praying for ,we did know about Byron until after the funeral.
Bro. Caples
april killingsworth
October 3, 2007
Ashley and Lisa! I am so sorry for your loss...my prayers are with you!
Cynthia Glasgow
October 3, 2007
Lisa and Ashley
My heart and prayers go out to you.
Bryon was a very kind and joyous person. Continue to trust in the Lord for He will never leave nor forsake you.Cast all of your cares on Him.With Gods blessing
Coy & Judy Wallace
October 3, 2007
Lisa & Ashley, we are sorry to hear of your loss of Byron. We wish we could visit you personally and show our love. You are in our prayers. May you find comfort in knowing Byron was a Christian and his final destiny - he has made it! We look to talk to you soon.
Earlene Benton
October 3, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jennifer Kilgore
October 3, 2007
Lisa, Ashley, & Tammy,
My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. I'll always remember how he lived as though each act, each word, was a reflection of his faith. Ashley, I'll always hold dear the fond memories I have of going over to your house when we were little and thinking you had one of the coolest dads! I know we'll all miss him dearly, but it is comforting to know that he is in Heaven with our Lord & Savior, Jesus Christ. I love you all and will be praying for you.
EVELYN GOODMAN
October 3, 2007
LISA AND ASHLEY words can't tell you how sorry I am for your loss I wish I could be there just to hold you.I love you both very much .my prayers are with you .Aunt Evelyn
Donna Bennett
October 3, 2007
Lisa and Tammi, I was sorry to hear about Byron he was a special person.The Lord must have needed another Angel. I have been right where you are at. I lost my son Nicholas not to long ago,but remember we will see our loved ones again.Lisa, I will keep you lifted up in my prayers. God Bless you always!
Mike Hatcher
October 3, 2007
Byron was my work out partner, but he was also my mentor. He pointed me to the Lord.
Bennett Family
October 3, 2007
Lisa,Ashley,Tammi and family We were so sorry to hear about Byron.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.God Bless, Bro. Bennett, Jo, Donna and Paul
Rhonda and William Park
October 3, 2007
Lisa and Ashley,
I've worked with Byron for 20 years , he always talked about you. I am so sorry for your loss. He will be truly missed.
Steve"Hammer" & Linda Cunningham
October 3, 2007
Byron will be truly missed. He was a man of God and a great person to know.
Michael and Linda McMoy
October 3, 2007
Dear Lisa and Ashley,First I'd like to say how sorry I am for your loss. I can't even imagine your pain, but thought you might find some solace in how Byron's spirit touched my life.
I met Byron while working out at Gold's gym and through the years of simple morning hellos, there were a few times of stress in my own life, where he had words of wisdom and confirmation of God's love. We sometime take for granted those we sort of brush across in our daily life, however, my thoughts on Byron's spirit is this. We have opportunities each and every day to affect how others feel and view the world during their moments of unexplained crisis.. Byron had a sense of these times and knew how a simple gesture or lending of the ear could lift someone's spirit and place their hearts in God's mighty hands. It didn't take a lot of time or even much effort for you to know Byron had a relationship with God.
I saw Byron Monday. I was lifting weights on one side of the gym, but saw him up above on the balcony running on the treadmill. I admired Byron. He told me his story and teased me about turning 51 for he said he wouldn't be far behind. My birthday was in August too and it was a fun to spin that milestone with someone who could put a sparkle in your eye. My husband only met Byron and few times but even in the few moments of sharing, he too came away with a healthy respect for Byron's dedication to life, love, family and testimony. He shared his brush with death in such a way that he inspired others and even now that he is physically gone, I know he would still have that same testimony in hopes that others could understand, learn and appreciate his story. Byron's spirit will live on forever in so many hearts. He was a good man and I feel blessed to have known him. Again, Michael and I are so sorry for your loss and will remember you in prayer.
Bobbi,Phil, Shannen, Robin and Eliot
October 3, 2007
Lisa and Ashley,
We know you are hurting right now at Byron's sudden passing. I do believe he is with the Heavenly Father and is at Peace forever. We will miss seeing him out cutting his grass, I know how much he really enjoyed doing that. We are just next door if you need us for anyting.
charlotte husband
October 3, 2007
Ashley, I am so sorry for your loss. I know what you are going through . I loss my dad 2 years . I am thinking of you.
Roy Kelley
October 3, 2007
Lisa & Ashley,
Just a note to let you know that our prayers are with you at this time. If there is anything we can do to help--we'll be here for you day or night. May God comfort you both in this time of sorrow. We love you'all so much.
Love & Prayers,
Uncle Roy, Aunt Loretta & David
Lamar & Mary Brackin & Sons
October 3, 2007
Dear Family of Byron,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this most difficult time. Byron was a very special friend to us and to our sons; Mike, Larry Steve, and Stacey who also wish to express their deepest sympathy. May God's love and the comforting work of the Holy Spirit be with you and keep you during the difficult days that follow, and may He fill the void in your lives with fond and happy memories!
Allen & Sharrel Forehand
October 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Donable (Donna) Harrell (Bottoms)
October 3, 2007
I grew up just down the street from Byron and will always remember his kind and sweet spirit. I have also worked with Byron at Michelin. The only comfort is to know that Byron is in heaven with his mother/father/and sister and of course our Lord and Savior.
Lesa Ingram
October 3, 2007
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss. He was truly an inspiration to all that knew him. Just by talking to him would brighten one's day. I know that you was Byron's world. He will be greatly missed.
Greg Majors
October 3, 2007
My deepest sympathy. Byron was a good guy and always nice to me.Hope he rest in peace. I have alot of fond memiories of him from School.
Leah Bigbee-Dragovich
October 3, 2007
Lisa & Ashley,
I am saddened by your loss and I can only hope that with God's faith and his support over your family; you will begin a new journey soon. Byron will surely continue watching over the two of you from the Heaven's above.
Wanda Crawford
October 3, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time. Wanda and Lamar Crawford
MICHAEL & BARBARA DRIGGERS
October 3, 2007
LISA AND ASHLEY , WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF BYRON'S PASSING AND I'M SURE NOTHING SAID CAN EASE THE PAIN BUT MAY YOU BOTH FIND PEACE AND COMFORT IN OUT LORD AND SAVIOR JESUS CHRIST , WE ARE LIFTING YOU UP IN OUR PRAYERS .
Dana Wallace-Bourque
October 3, 2007
Lisa,
My prayers and thoughts are with you and Ashley. I wish I could be there to hold you and support you during this time of loss, but know that you are loved and that God is with you. He will be your peace, comfort and hiding place. I love you both, and am sending lots of thoughts and prayers your way--all the way from Texas. I love you, and my heart is broken to hear that Byron was called away so early. The angels are rejoicing that a believer has made it home, but I know that your pain is real and sorrow will be your companion for awhile. God will uphold you with His righteous right hand and will be your very portion during this time of loss. I so want to hug you and kiss your tears away...know that you are loved, Lisa and Ashley...not only by me, but by so many others. You have always had my highest opinion and I have always looked up to you as a mighty woman of God. God works out all things for His good...Hold On To HIM!
Much Love,
Dana Wallace-Bourque
Donald Enfinger
October 3, 2007
Lisa&Ashley, I am a co-worker of Byron. We worked side by side on the extruders when he was in prep for over 18yrs.I will always remember Byron,because everyday at work when we saw each other we called out to each other "Hootie". My thoughts and prayers are with you&your family in your time of grief.May your memories bring you comfort.
Dennis and Peggy Goddard
October 2, 2007
Lisa and Ashley, we just heard about Byron and our hearts and prayers go out to you. May God hold you in his arms while you go through this tragic time. We love you and are praying and thinking of you
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