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Kemlee Byrn Obituary
Kemlee Wright Byrn, 67, of Virginia Beach, Virginia, died Feb 19, 2025, at Va Beach General Hospital after a brief illness. Kem was a beloved teacher & step team coach at First Colonial High in Virginia Beach, after several successful careers as a managed healthcare executive, social worker, personal trainer, air marshall & real estate agent, to name a few. Kem lived life to the fullest and touched people every step along the way.
Kemlee was a proud graduate of Mayfield High & Murray State University, as well as an avid, vocal Virginia Tech Hokie. She is survived by her mother, Mavis Wright; her husband of 36 years, Spencer Byrn; three brag-worthy children, Sarah Miller (Chris), Corvin Buck (Lyndsy) & Willie Byrn, all of Virginia Beach; two brothers, Scott Wright (Tammy) & Kurt Wright, of Mechanicsville, Virginia; two beloved grandsons, Hays Miller & Jackson Miller of Virginia Beach; four nieces and four nephews. She is preceded in death by her father, Rev. E. Thomas Wright; step-mother, Patricia Wright, of Russellville, Kentucky; and in-laws, C.A. Byrn, Jr & Emily Byrn, of Mayfield, Kentucky.
Rest in peace Mom, Gigi, Kem, Ms. Byrn, sweet Kemlee Jane... you earned it.
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Eddie Seay
March 28, 2025
Condolences to this family.
Aliye Lambiro
March 8, 2025
So sad to hear the loss of wonderful person. Kem was sunshine. Her contagious smile, happy personality will be missed. to My sincere prayers and thoughts to Spencer and family.
Coe Creason Bell
February 26, 2025
I am deeply saddened by Kem´s loss. I send my heartfelt love and prayers to Spencer, Mavis and all who loved her. Her sweet spirit will live on through each of you! I will always remember her smile!
Ma Bell
February 25, 2025
What an awesome gal we have lost! She and Spencer made a dynamic couple! Prayers and hugs for your family, Spencer! I will always remember her in that MHS cheer outfit encouraging our Cards!
Amy Stern
February 25, 2025
I am so saddened by the loss of Kemlee. I will miss her sweet hugs and wonderful listening ear. She was such a bright spot in everyone´s day.
Kim Timms
February 25, 2025
Spencer and family,
We are so very sorry to hear this news. Kem was a bright and vivacious ray of sunshine to all! We share your sorrow and know her memory will be a blessing.
Kim and Bob Timms
Barbara Winn Jones
February 25, 2025
Scott wright and family
I´m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you. May God comfort you all. Always remember Kem will live on in each of you and your precious memories will last a life time! Prayers love and hugs.
Barbara Winn Jones
Terri D Moore
February 25, 2025
Oh, Kemlee Jane, the stories we won´t tell! Your presence was just a flicker, but you could ignite a lifetime and beyond. Love and comfort to all who loved her - Terri & Sandy
Jay Jackson
February 25, 2025
I´m so short on adequate words. I´ve known you most of my life and y´all are like family. Miss you Kem and love you all.
Carole Dowdy
February 25, 2025
Shocked and saddened by this. Kem was such a bright light to everyone around her. Prayers and love for her entire family.
Terri D Humes
February 25, 2025
So sorry to hear of this loss. prayers for peace e and comfort for all.
Debbie Elliott Buck Seay
February 25, 2025
Oh my gosh... this breaks my heart! Sarah and Corvin and Willie, know that you are in my thoughts and prayers! I can only imagine what you all are going through. Your mom was an amazing woman and she loved you all and her grandbabies more than anything in the world. I know your hearts are broken. I just wish there was more I could say or more I could do for you 3, Spenser, Mavis and your entire family! Know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers! Love you, Aunt Debbie
Stephen Mckelvey Boyd
February 25, 2025
Prayers for this family during this difficult time in your life. May God Bless.
Greg Hawkins
February 24, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this, thoughts and prayers to all of this family! G.Hawkins
Karen Grooms
February 24, 2025
Praying for the family of my dear friend. She was a very special lady.
Debbie and Dave Miller
February 24, 2025
Our hearts are broken for all of Kem´s family and friends. She was dear to our hearts and will be sorely missed. We are so much better for having been touched by her life and love.
With love from Dave and Debbie Miller (Mimi & Popi)
Lew Thomas
February 24, 2025
Corvin, There are no words, sending you Love and Peace,
Lew
Laura Lee (Anderson) Parrish
February 24, 2025
You and your family are truly some on the brightest memories of living in Mayfield! I´ll miss your smile and big hugs. Love to Spencer, your children, Mavis, Scott and Kurt
Laura Lee (Anderson) Parrish
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