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James E. Byrd, 73, of Mayfield, died Sunday, July 13, 2025, at Baptist Health Paducah.
He was of the Methodist faith, a retired employee of Ingram Barge Company, and a U.S. Army veteran.
He is survived by one son, Bryan Byrd of Martin, Tennessee; one daughter, Lori Jacob of Lexington; one sister, Joyce Cox of Mayfield; and two grandchildren, Kyle Lyons of Georgetown, and Hannah Jacob of Colorado.
He was preceded in death by a brother. His parents were, Rubin and Stella Pinion Byrd.
Services at 3 p.m. Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Byrn Funeral Home in Mayfield. Rev. Ronnie Stinson, Jr. will officiate. Interment will follow at Trinity Cemetery.
Visitation will be noon-3 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home.
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