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William Sidney Byrd, Jr.
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William Byrd, Jr. Obituary
William S. Byrd, Jr. went home to be with the Lord, March 25, 2025. He is survived by wife of 53 years, Helen Byrd. He is also survived by his daughters, Stephane Byrd- Parrales (son-in-law Ralph Parrales (of Apopka. FL) and Kimberly Byrd (Apopka, FL), brother, Joseph Darryl Byrd (Mobile, Alabama and sister, Wanda Sue Gunter (Mobile, Alabama).
Funeral arrangements being held by Newcomer - S. Seminole Funeral Home in Longwood, FL. Viewing will be held on Thursday, April 3, 2025 from 9:30 am –10:30 am with graveside service immediately following at Edgewood-Greenwood Cemetery in Apopka, FL.
Please wear Alabama attire or a red top in honor of William.
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335 East State Rd 434, Longwood, FL 32750
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