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Mary Byrd Obituary
Mary was a beacon of love and strength, known for her unwavering faith and devotion to her family. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tommie Byrd, and her twelve siblings, who together formed a tapestry of cherished memories that she carried throughout her life. Her siblings-Dorothy Malone, Lois Corns, John Kiser, Charles "June Bug" Kiser, Helen Faye Carper, Erma Jean Parker, Lloyd Kiser, Delmar Cledus Kiser, Douglas L. Kiser, Billy Ronald Kiser, and Gordon Kiser Sr.-were not just family but lifelong companions in her journey.
A devoted member of Oak Forest Church of Christ in Goldsboro, Mary's faith was a cornerstone of her life, guiding her through both joyous and challenging times. She found great joy in her role as a mother and grandmother, and her legacy lives on through her son, Dale Allen Smith of Greenville, South Carolina; her daughters, Tina (Donald) Everhart of Goldsboro, North Carolina, and Vonnie Smith of Seymour, Tennessee; as well as her four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Each of them carries a piece of her spirit, and they will forever treasure the love and wisdom she imparted.
Mary's warmth and kindness extended beyond her family, touching the lives of many friends and extended family members who will deeply mourn her passing. Her laughter, compassion, and gentle spirit will be profoundly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at Malone Funeral Home in Grayson, with Bro. Michael Burnett officiating. Burial will follow in the Everman Cemetery of the AA. The family will receive friends for visitation from 12 noon until the service hour on Tuesday.
Those honored to serve as pallbearers include Donald "Skippy" Everhart, Ryan Snell, David Kiser, Kurt Parker, Justin Parker, and Paul Parker.
In this time of sorrow, the family invites you to share your condolences and memories at www.malonefuneralhome.com. Mary's life was a testament to love, faith, and resilience, and her memory will forever be cherished in the hearts of those she touched.
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