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He leaves his beloved wife of 25 years, Dorothy L. (Allison) Byers; his children, Jennifer Dupree and husband Corey, of Alabama, and Keith Landry, of Auburn; his grandchildren, Haley Landry, Justin Dupree, and Shelby Dupree; his great-grandsons, Leighton and Carter Landry; his siblings, Ralph Byers, of Walpole, Janice Byers, of CT, Dr. James Byers and wife Dr. Lynne Byers, of Assonet, and Nancy Sullivan and husband Joseph, of Plymouth; along with many nieces and nephews, and his faithful canine companion, Charlie. George was predeceased by his brother, John Byers.
George was born in Boston, to the late George A. Byers, Sr. and Ruth (Knapp) Byers. He was raised and educated in Dedham, and attended and graduated from the University of Massachusetts. He earned an MA in education. He then joined the US. Army as a 2nd Lieutenant and served two years, one year in Vietnam. George then went back to the University of Massachusetts to earn his MBA.
George had an extensive career at Douglas High School, where he taught history, business, and accounting. His passion in life was teaching and sharing life lessons with his beloved students. He retired after many wonderful years.
In his free time, George loved to play bridge and race canoes – he was taught by his father, who was an Olympic canoe racer!
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Veteran's Inc., 69 Grove St., Worcester, MA 01605 (www.veteransinc.org).
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with the Byers family between 12 – 2 PM on Sunday, August 27, 2023 at the BRITTON-WALLACE FUNERAL HOME, with a service to follow at 2 PM.
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Frank
August 18, 2023
My condolences to George´ s family. He and I attended UMASS together and lived in the same dorm and were ROTC brothers. We lost contact after graduation, but I remember him as a good guy.
Patti (Alexander) Deieso
August 17, 2023
My condolences to Mr Byers family and friends. He was my favorite teacher in high school. My favorite class was his accounting class. The one class I never minded going too and do all the work. May your memories of him help you all through the tough days and weeks ahead. RIP Mr. Byers.
Linda Morey
August 17, 2023
George was a great friend and beautiful soul...he always made everyone laugh. He will be dearly missed.
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Leisa
August 17, 2023
Always remember as Mr. Byers one of my favorite teachers. I was one of his first students when he came to Douglas, and I´ve never forgotten how nice he was. My prayers are with his family for peace and comfort.
Kimberly (McNelly) Carroll
August 17, 2023
To those left behind, my heartfelt condolences to you all. George was one of those amazing human beings, always willing to help you out and always had a beautiful smile. I learned so much from him. I had him for my business/accounting classes in the late 70´s. He made learning fun and I have used the skills he taught me throughout my life. I enjoyed playing online scrabble with him a few years back. I would get quite the chuckle when I would play a word that blew him away. I have many fond memories of him from classes to him taking on the duty of class advisor. Rest peacefully George.
Michael Gonynor
August 17, 2023
Mr Byers was one of the best teachers I ever had! Fair, kind and funny. He always supported us and the school teams. Very sorry to all his family and friends.
Paul Halacy
August 17, 2023
I worked with George at Douglas High back in the late 80s early 90s, he will be missed.
Ann Doyon
August 17, 2023
So very sorry Dorothy to hear of George´s passing. He was truly a great teacher and friend. He left an imprint on all his students, who have such wonderful memories of him. I have such fun, kind, and caring memories of him and will hold them in my heart forever. My deepest sympathy, love and prayers to you and family.
Geralyn Bailey
August 17, 2023
Dear Dorothy and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. George was a kind, generous man with a wonderful smile. We were lucky to be neighbors. You were a terrific team. I know I will never forget the mentorship you both shared quietly and graciously.
Sending love and gratitude.
Teena Porter
August 17, 2023
You were blessed if you ever had Mr Byers for a teacher. He taught me how to balance my checkbook, with patience. He was much more than a teacher, he was like a friend to all. Douglas was fortunate to have him, as were all his students. So sorry for the loss of your husband and dad. Praying you feel the comfort of Jesus in the darkest days. God bless your family.
Tracy (Dixson) Hill
August 16, 2023
Mr. Byers was my teacher for many years at Douglas HS. He was a wonderful man, who taught important life skills, like how to balance a check book. He was kind and humble. I´m sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family -Tracy (Dixson) Hill
Angela
August 16, 2023
Mr. Byers was a frequent face in the stands during my high school softball career, I had the utmost respect for him and think of him often even after all these years. Rest in peace Mr. Byers. Thank you for all you have done!
Angela Penta (Kozak)
Tiffany
August 16, 2023
I don´t think any of us that had Mr. Byers at Douglas have not told our own kids about him and the lasting impression he left w so many of us.
My deepest condolences.
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