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William Byrge Obituary
Step-father: Roy Jones, Father Harvey Byrge, Sisters; Naomi Wilson, Wilma Howard, Brothers: L.M. Byrge, James Byrge.
He retired from acting after having acted from the early 1980's until the early 2000's. He was featured in music videos ranging from Alan Jackson to Ray Stevens also taking part in commercials and the Ernest P. Worrell comedy movies such as: Ernest Scared Stupid, Ernest Goes To Jail, Ernest Saves Christmas, Ernest Goes To School, Etc. He was a loving man who adored his family and never had an unkind word to say about anyone. While acting during his life he was also employed and retired from being a librarian in the Metro Nashville Public Library. He attended Nashville First Baptist Church for over 50 years.
Survived by:
Brother: Ronald Jones
Sisters: Charlene Lawson, Jackie Dean, Pam Van Norstran
Several nieces and nephews and a host of other relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Saturday, January 18 at Cross-Smith Funeral Home with the Funeral Service to follow at 12:00 PM in Cross-Smith Chapel. Family and friends will then proceed to Beech Fork Cemetery for a Graveside and Interment Service.
Condolences for the family of William (Bill) Byrge may be given online at http://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com
Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home
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Josiah Koniecki
April 11, 2025
Growing up as a kid in the 80s, Bill was another piece of the puzzle that made my childhood amazing. He was quirky, understated and fun. He always played good characters. From what I understand, he was just as good of a person off screen. So, rest in peace Bill, happy trails to you, until we meet again.
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Robert Kennedy
February 2, 2025
Sincere condolences to the family. Bill was my (second ) uncle.
Rest well Uncle Bill.
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