Sam Byrd Obituary
Samuel Ernest Byrd age 85 passed away peacefully at Methodist Medical Center.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Janet Byrd; his father and mother J.D. and Roxie Byrd; brothers Marshal, Mack, Hoyle, John Henry and sister Josephine.
He is survived by son Roscoe Byrd; grandson Preston; granddaughter Maci; two great grandsons Mason and Kolson.
The family is honoring Sam’s wishes to be cremated. No services will be scheduled at this time.
Schubert Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Samuel Ernest Byrd.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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